Originally Posted by
Eastbay1K
Although I've flown DL up front, including on international flights, the recent Alaska MP changes caused me to need a second plan, so I matched into DL last year, and am now a GM. Recently, my first upgrade processed at 72 hours out. How exciting! As I've never flown DL as as an upgraded passenger with a shiny gold card,
(1) What time should I expect the car service to arrive? No one from DL has contacted me to make arrangements, and I'd like to experience the special upgraded passenger car service to the airport.
Don't worry. DL will contact you with arrangements to get you to OAK. You might have to share it with about 40 of your closest friends. Customer Manager, Bart, will give you call personally.
(2) Where is the special Upgrade Passenger Lounge @ OAK? With TSA Pre, I'm sure I don't need any expedited screening, but I certainly want to use the UPL, and DL hasn't yet told me of its location.
No worries. Just do the secret handshake (and don't forget the spin move).
(3) I suppose I will just board with the regular PREM passengers and I will not receive an escort from the UPL to the jetway.
While this does sound awful, it does make up in the fact that you might see an allegiant aircraft or two. You know, if you're traveling on a Tuesday or Saturday around 1pm
(4) I have not yet received notification of advance meal selections. I am excited to try the first class offerings between OAK and LAX and wonder how many courses will be served, and if special meals are available.
More than likely you will get the two course picnic basket fare.
(5) Can someone please explain the special upgraded passenger arrival procedures @ LAX? As with the departure arrangements, no one at DL has sent me information regarding the car service to my hotel.
DL has partnered with ultra-luxury car service, Uber. Just make sure you download the app, request a ride and pay for it. Easy-peasy lemon squeezy.
As you can see, I want to maximize my experience on my first upgrade on DL. It seems all so exciting!