What the Airfare Class of Service Letters Mean

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If you've ever bought a plane ticket and noticed an odd group of letters on it, chances are those were service letters. These letters indicate the class of service for your plane ticket as well as the type of fare that was purchased. And, since the classes may vary from airline to airline, understanding what the class of service letters mean can be difficult.

Class of Service Letters

When you see a group of letters on your flight ticket or receipt, they usually refer to the class or kind of ticket you bought as well as what perks or extra costs may come with that fare. Though many of the airlines have similar class indicators, these are not universal so be sure to always double check your ticket.

  • F, A and P are the letters that indicate a full fare First Class ticket.
  • J and C represent full fare Business or Executive Class ticket.
  • W represents premium economy ticket.
  • Y is almost universally used for full fare economy tickets.
  • B, H, L, M, and V are just some of the letters indicating subclasses (reduced, restricted, and/or discounted fares). These letters vary by airline and in value. On one airline B may be indicative of a more expensive ticket. On another airline, L may represent a ticket booked for a seat sale. Check the fine print to make sure you understand what specific ticket you purchased.
  • X, U, and R commonly refer to a fare purchased from a consolidator. Consolidators are companies that buy tickets directly from airlines at special discount prices, and then resell them to travel agents or customers for prices much lower than published fares . These sales can be as much as 20 to 70 percent off the sticker price. Tip: For the best deals, look for consolidator tickets on international flights.

Fare classes are used by airline reservation systems and travel agents to sell seats on a plane, helping them keep track of which fare classes are still available for purchase.

Where to Find the Class of Service Letters

If you have booked a discounted fare and are interested in the subclass you are holding, check the letter immediately following the flight number on your ticket. It may also fall under the heading of Booking Class or some similar, shortened phrase. If you happen to see an E after the service letter, this is a ticket with an excursion fare, which means that there is a minimum or maximum stay attached to your destination or trip. This typically only happens if you book an itinerary through a travel agent or cruise line.

Keep in Mind

As with all flight classes, it's important to know what you are getting for the price. Economy tickets (Y service letter) usually indicate less flexibility with changing tickets as well as restrictions such as not being able to select your seat ahead of time, no free checked bags, and so on. On the other hand, unrestricted fares are some of the most expensive tickets, but they provide conveniences like full refunds and flexibility to change flight itineraries. This is especially beneficial for business travelers who may need to extend a work trip or go to multiple destinations.

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What are the differences between airline classes?

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How to understand and use different airline classes

Since the first commercial flight in 1914, the  airline industry has achieved many milestones , including introducing innovative amenities to entice travelers to fly the friendly skies. Today’s flight experience is, of course, vastly different from the inaugural commercial flight in 1914. One of the most notable differences is how much we pay for our journey and what’s included in the price. Flight prices today are really about getting from point A to point B. Another development has been the introduction of multiple classes of service and the variety of pricing schemes within each fare class, allowing you to only pay for the extras if you choose.

We’ve purchased our fair share of seats across all air carriers, and it’s clear not all seats and classes are equal. Here are answers to frequently asked questions about North American airline classes and what you can expect from each class. Read on for help choosing a seat, and then find that perfect flight on Cheapflights.com .

What are airline cabin classes? What airline cabin classes are there? What can you expect in Premium Economy on North American flights? What are fare classes? What does each letter of the fare basis code mean? How do fare class letters and miles work? How can you use fare classes when finding flights?

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1. What are airline cabin classes?

There are 4 cabin classes offered on most airlines: economy, premium economy, business, and first class.

“In the early days, all seats were first class,” said Seth Kaplan, managing partner of “ Airline Weekly ,” a subscriber-supported publication about the airline business.

“In the 1950s, airlines including  Delta Air Lines , began experimenting with coach flights at off-peak hours – in other words, not first class and coach cabins separated by a curtain, but entirely separate flights. Later they begin offering 2 cabins on the same flight, as we see today,” said Kaplan.

The number of seats increased after deregulation kicked in, calling for more seats to make more profits per flying mile, said Stephen Carbone, who has worked for the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) as well as the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).

“Seats were wider because the airlines were subsidized, so they could afford flying fewer people to more obscure locations. This was changed with the introduction of the hub-and-spoke routing system,” said Carbone. “Destinations were now decided by passenger numbers, which brought about the concept of how many seats can we legally and safely fit.”

Depending on the airline, some seats have shrunk over time while others have remained the same across all classes of service. See our guide to how to pick the best airline seat and which airline has the best legroom   for secure the best seat.

2. What airline cabin classes are there?

While there are 4 airline cabin classes, some airlines only often one — coach. But a seat in coach class on 1 carrier can be vastly different from an economy seat on another airline. Many airlines have the same airplane models in their fleets, but they configure the interiors differently, so it’s important to look at the seating map not only for the airplane type but also the airline you are flying. Using another airline’s map may not be accurate. If your airline doesn’t provide airplane seating charts, call and speak with an agent, who should be able to provide guidance.

Here is what you can expect in each class:

Economy: Whether you call it coach, standard, main cabin, or “cattle class,” economy is the most basic class. The seats here are the narrowest, ranging from 16 inches to just over 19 inches wide and the seat pitch, the distance from one seat to the seat in front or behind it – what travelers often refer to as “legroom” – ranges from 30 inches to 34 inches. These days, economy offers little more than a seat that will get you from point A to point B. Some airlines like jetBlue and Hawaiian Airlines offer free snacks and beverages and in-flight entertainment systems. Delta Air Lines offers 3 classes of service: Delta One (180-degree flat-bed seat featuring Westin Heavenly bedding and a dedicated flight attendant on cross-country U.S. flights and long-haul international flights), first class (up to 8 inches of additional legroom, up to 5.4 inch seat recline, and a wider seat-back screen), and main cabin. Main cabin is further divided into 3 “experiences” based on seat size and location: Delta Comfort+, Main Cabin, and Basic Economy. Some low-cost carriers like Allegiant Air , Frontier Airlines  and Spirit Airlines only offer coach class.

Premium economy: Virgin Atlantic was actually the first airline to incorporate the concept of premium economy back in 1992. Since then, dozens of airlines have picked up the concept. Once only found on international flights, premium economy is widely available on flights within North America. The slightly comfier premium economy offers wider seats and more legroom at a comfier price than business or first class on most airlines. Some airlines categorize economy and premium economy under main cabin. Typically physically partitioned on international and some long-haul flights, the “premium” in premium economy is the added space and sometimes location of seats in more desirable locations, like the front of the aircraft. On international flights, premium economy may not only be physically separate from economy class, but it may also offer additional perks like complimentary or better food, a greater baggage allowance and amenity kits. Premium economy often refers to the “better” seats on an aircraft on domestic flights.

3. What can you expect in premium economy on North American flights?

  • Alaskan Airlines: Alaskan Airlines’ passengers can book  Preferred Plus Seats , which are located in row 6 and in the exit rows on select flights. The seats offer the same 3 inches of recline as the standard seats do (except in row 16, which doesn’t recline) but more legroom: a 36- to 40-inch seat pitch.
  • Allegiant Air: Allegiant Air has all-coach configurations on its planes, but select flights offer Legroom+ seating, which offers a larger seat pitch of up to 34 inches, and  Giant Seats , which have wider seats, comfy headrests and more legroom. There are 6 Giant Seats per plane, in the front row and mid-cabin emergency exit row, on planes that fly to and from Hawaii and several Western U.S. cities.
  • American Airlines: American Airlines’ Main Cabin Extra offers seats with more legroom at the front of the plane starting at $20.
  • Delta Air Lines: Delta Airlines’ Delta Comfort+ seat offers up to 4 extra inches of legroom, dedicated overhead bin space, and priority boarding.
  • Frontier Airlines: Travelers who opt to upgrade to Frontier Airlines’  Stretch   seating get to enjoy in-flight service first, get off the plane first, and sit in seats that are laptop friendly and offer more legroom: 33 inches to be exact on all aircraft types.
  • Hawaiian Airlines: Hawaiian Airlines’  Extra Comfort   seating, available only on the Airbus A330, features a 36-inch seat pitch; priority boarding at the gate, complimentary on-demand in-seat entertainment and a personal power outlet.
  • jetBlue: Options for more legroom on jetBlue include  Even More Space   seats, which offer up to 38 inches of legroom. There are 7 rows of Even More Space seats on the Airbus A320 and both Airbus A321 configurations and 4 rows on the Embraer 190 (rows 1, 12, 13 and 14), offering passengers more legroom, early boarding and more.
  • Porter Airlines: On Porter Airlines , travelers can upgrade to a  premium seat , which offers more legroom, at the time of booking for $20 (Flexible and Freedom fares) and $40 (Firm fares). Premium seats are located at the front of the plane (Row 1, Seats A and B; and Row 2, Seats A, B, C and D).
  • Southwest Airlines: There is no assigned seating on Southwest Airlines and all seats are coach class. Southwest’s sole upgrade option is  Business Select , which guarantees, among a variety of perks, priority A1-15  boarding, allowing passengers who upgrade to pick the seats they want and have a place to stash their carry-on luggage.
  • Spirit Airlines: Spirit Airlines offers their  BIG FRONT SEAT  for those who prefer more space. BIG FRONT SEAT options are located in the front of the plane, have a 36 inch pitch and are 25 inches width, with a full 6 inches of additional legroom compared to the airline’s standard Deluxe Leather seats. The BIG FRONT SEAT option can be purchased for a fee during or after booking, based on availability.
  • United Airlines: United Airlines ’ Economy Plus seating offer more legroom and wider seats and is available as a one-time purchase or as an annual subscription.
  • Virgin America: Virgin America ’s Main Cabin Select  offers roomier seats with a 38-inch pitch (6 extra inches of legroom).
  • WestJet: WestJet ’s premium economy fare a  Plus   seat that affords travelers a variety of amenities, including more legroom. Located in the first 3 rows of the Boeing 737 aircraft, Plus seats have a 36 inch seat pitch. Plus seats are also located in the first four rows of the Boeing 767 aircraft and have a 38 inch seat pitch.

Business: The happy medium between coach class and first class is business class. Pioneered by airlines like Pan Am and Qantas , Business class was born after deregulation of airlines when international first-class fares skyrocketed, discounts in economy were common, and full-fare coach travelers were not happy. Business class is a completely different class from economy, and airlines have increased the quality in this category so much that some have replaced first class with business class or, as was the case with now-defunct Continental Airlines, combined the privileges of business class with the luxuries of first class into what the airline called BusinessFirst when it launched in the early 90s. On some airlines like Delta Air Lines, international flights may offer business class service in lieu of first class. The experience ranges from a wider seat that reclines back but doesn’t lie flat, full meal service, in-flight entertainment and an amenity kit on American Airlines, to a seat that converts to a full lie-flat seat, personal minibar, multi-course meals served on fine china and a full bar area complete with bartender and canapés on Emirates .

First Class: Passengers can’t get upgraded any further than first class, which is a luxurious experience that varies depending on the airline. The experience of first class can range from jetBlue’s Mint , which features a 6-foot, 8-inch lie-flat seat with adjustable firmness and a massage feature, a door for privacy, in-flight entertainment and full meal service to Etihad’s The Residence , a 3-room suite with living room, bedroom with a double bed and private bathroom with shower.

4. What are fare classes?

The service classes of economy, premium economy, business, and first class are further divided into fare classes, which appear as a letter on your ticket. Each seat on an airplane is put in a fare class, which each come with their own set of rules and price. What might look like a random letter on your ticket is actually a valuable piece of information that shouldn’t be overlooked.

A ticket’s fare class (also called a booking class or fare bucket) is represented with one of the 26 letters of the alphabet. Originally, booking codes were standardized by the International Air Transport Association , a trade association for airlines, but booking codes are now determined by each airline. Most airlines have a different fare class for each letter of the alphabet, and this varies by airline: F is first class, C and J are typically business class, and Y is usually economy, regardless of the airline. The assignment of letters to each fare class isn’t arbitrary. Take C for business class, which derives from Pan Am ,  which was one of the first airlines to introduce a new class of service for business and full-fare economy passengers called “Clipper Class.”

The fare class letter denotes information like how much your ticket costs, how many airline miles you’ll accrue for the flight, and the amount of flexibility you have to change your reservation. Airlines, reservation systems and travel agents use fare classes to keep track of tickets sold and fare class availability. This one letter is often the difference between you paying hundreds of dollars more or less for your ticket than the person next to you.

Airlines want to get the most they can for each seat while also aiming for a full flight, so ticket prices fall within particular fare classes or buckets to help control inventory and how many tickets can be sold at a particular price. Each fare class has its own price, fare rules, including how much mileage is earned for the airline’s loyalty program and if the ticket can be changed or not. There are also “hidden” fare classes for frequent flyer awards and elite upgrades that are not normally shown in travel searches.

To control inventory while aiming to get as many passengers to pay as much as possible, airlines divide the seats into buckets. Airlines use an algorithm that takes into account factors like the number of seats on a flight, departure and destination airports, the time of day, the time of year, and the expected breakdown of leisure and business passengers to determine how many seats get assigned to each bucket for a particular flight. It’s hard to gauge how many seats are allotted to each bucket, but once the seats within a bucket are sold for a flight, the bucket isn’t replenished. To control inventory and maximize profit, airlines don’t release these numbers. Only travel agents and airline staff or travelers who subscribe to services like Expert Flyer can see how many seats remain in each class.

Fare classes vary by airline, so it’s important to consult the airline directly for confirmation about what each letter means. The letters within each fare class have a hierarchy. When reading an airline’s fare class chart, read from top to bottom and left to right. For example, on American Airlines, F and J are both full-fare first class/business class, but F is higher than J. Hierarchy becomes meaningful when you’re looking to upgrade or standby for a flight.

The fare class code is just the beginning. Each ticket also has a fare basis code, an alpha or alphanumeric code that describes the fare you bought, making it easy for airline staff and travel agents to quickly access the fare rules for a ticket. Each airline sets their own fare class codes that range from 3-8 characters. Almost always, the fare basis code begins with a letter that denotes the class of service. What follows after may refer to the season, how many days in advance the ticket needed to be purchased, minimum and maximum stay requirements, whether a fare is valid on a weekday or restricted to weekends only,  or whether the fare is one-way or round-trip. additional fare rules like non-refundable or to signify the fare is a child fare or infant fare. If you have an itinerary made up of multiple fare codes, you may be restricted by the limitations of the most restrictive portion, so check with the airline to ensure you understand the fare rules and restrictions.

When searching for airline tickets by classes, you only need to concentrate on the first letter.

5. What does each letter of the fare basis code mean?

Flights within Canada:

  • J, C, D = Business Class (flexible) | Premium Rouge
  • Z, P = Business Class (flexible) | Premium Rouge
  • O = Premium Economy
  • E, N = Premium Economy (lowest)
  • Y, B = Latitude
  • M, U, H, Q, V, W, G = Flex
  • S, T, L, A, K, F = Tango

Flights between Canada and the U.S.:

Flights between Canada and Sun Destinations (Caribbean, Mexico, and Central America)

  • J = Business Class (flexible) | Premium Rouge
  • C, D, Z, P = Business Class (lowest) | Premium Rouge
  • M, U, H, Q, V = Flex
  • W, G, S, T, L, F, A, K = Tango

Flights between Canada and International Destinations (Europe, Israel, Asia, Australia, and South America)

  • O = Premium Economy (flexible) | Premium Rouge
  • Alaska Airlines
  • F, P = First Class
  • Y, S = Economy
  • M, B = Discounted Economy
  • H, Q, L, V, N, K, G, T, R, W = additional economy seats with the most restriction
  • U = complimentary upgrades
  • Z = Refundable Main Cabin awards

Allegiant Airlines

The all-coach airline offers Giant Seats and Legroom+ seats on select flights for an additional fee.

  • American Airlines
  • F, J = Full Fare First Class/Business Class
  • A, P, D, I, R = Discount First/Business
  • Y, W = Economy
  • H, K, M, L, W, V, G, Q, N, S = Economy
  • B – Basic Economy
  • Delta Air Lines
  • F = First Class
  • P, A, G = Discounted First/Delta Premium Select
  • J = Business
  • C, D, I, Z = Business and Discounted Business
  • W = Premium Economy (Available on flights operated by Air France , Virgin Atlantic, and Virgin Australia )
  • W = Delta Comfort
  • Y, B = Economy
  • M, H, Q, K, L, U, T, X, V, E = Economy, Discounted and Deeply Discounted Economy
  • R, O, S, N = Award Travel
  • Hawaiian Airlines
  • F, P, C, A = First Class (Inter-Island and Transpacific flights)
  • J, P, C, A = Business Class (international flights)
  • Y, W, X, Q, V, B, S, N, M, I, H, G, K, L = Economy (Inter-Island flights)
  • Y, W, X, Q, V, B, S, N, M = Economy (Transpacific and International flights)
  • I, H, G, K, L = Additional Economy seats with the most restrictions. (Transpacific and International flights)
  • Porter Airlines

Tickets are classified as Firm, Flexible, and Freedom , which determines fares and rules.

  • Southwest Airlines

Tickets are classified as Business Select, Anytime, Wanna Get Away, Senior Fares, and Rapid Reward Companion Pass .  

  • Spirit Airlines

The all-coach airline offers passengers the option to purchase a BIG FRONT SEAT for an additional fee. There are 10 on the airline’s A319 aircraft and 4 on the airline’s A320 and A321 aircraft, according to the airline’s fact sheet .

  • United Airlines
  • F, J = First Class
  • A, D = Business First
  • C = Business
  • Z, P = Business Class
  • M, E, U, H, Q, V, W, S, T, L, K, G = Discounted Economy
  • N = Reward travel
  • Virgin America
  • J, C, D = First Class, which includes no change or cancellation fees, 2 free checked bags, meal service, 55-inch seat pitch, 165-degree reclining massaging chair and priority boarding.
  • W = Main Cabin Select with no change or cancellation fees.
  • Z, Q = No change or cancellation fees, 1 free checked bag, free food, drink and movies, 38-inch seat pitch and priority boarding.
  • Y = Main Cabin with no change or cancellation fees and 1  free checked bag.
  • V, B, H, E, U, M, I, L, S, N = Main Cabin with no change or cancellation fees and 1 free checked bag, 32-inch seat pitch, and seat-back entertainment.

Tickets are classified as Member Exclusive, Econo, Flex, Plus Lowest, and Plus Flexible .

6. How do fare class letters and miles work?

Frequent-flyer miles aren’t based on the number of miles flown. The fare class determines how many airline miles you will accrue for the flight. Some fare classes offer double or triple miles while other classes offer no miles. Depending on your objective, achieving status on an airline or booking the cheapest ticket possible, reviewing the mileage accrual chart for your chosen airline may be an important factor in choosing which flight to book.

The following are links to each North American airline’s mileage accrual charts for eligible published fares. These charts denote the relationship between the fare class letters and miles passengers receive who fly in these classes.

  • Allegiant Air

7. How can you use fare classes when finding flights?

Most airline websites allow for searching for flights by fare class by selecting the advanced booking options. Expert Flyer allows users to search for flights by fare code. When shopping for tickets on airline websites, the fare code is displayed toward the end of the booking process, either when selecting flight options or just before submitting payment. Typically, there is a correlation between the fare class and the price of the ticket; the cheapest fares are the lowest fare classes. Tickets that have more perks and fewer restrictions have higher fare classes (and, most often, higher prices).

What fare class do you typically purchase when you fly? Share your preferences in the comments and start your next flight search on Cheapflights.com .

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Complete guide to United's revenue, award and upgrade fare classes

Kyle Olsen

Editor's Note

If you're looking for ways to maximize your recently devalued United miles , you're not alone.

As you delve into the details of the MileagePlus program , you'll come across fare classes, which can feel like alphabet soup. United uses different letter codes in its reservation systems to label different buckets of tickets. While we commonly refer to them as economy, premium economy, business class or first class, the reservations systems use designators such as Y, O and J, among others .

For example, let's consider the United Polaris cabin. Regardless of the seat they choose, passengers in this cabin may have booked their tickets in different fare classes. One passenger in seat 1A might have booked the "I" class, which indicates a saver award ticket using miles. Another passenger in seat 8L might have booked a full-fare (paid) "J" ticket. The in-flight experience won't differ, but there are still important distinctions between the two.

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Understanding fare classes is essential for frequent United flyers as it affects mileage and Premier qualifying points (PQPs) earnings, which are generally tied to the price of your ticket. For instance, a basic economy passenger with an "N" class ticket will generally earn significantly fewer miles than a business traveler with a full-fare "Y" ticket.

In addition, if you hope to upgrade to a higher cabin, paying attention to fare classes is important. Booking a flight in the "W" fare class or higher requires 40 PlusPoints, while lower-priced fare classes require double that amount.

These fare class codes also come into play when making flight changes. If only a higher fare class is available, you may need to pay the price difference, even when using United's same-day change policy. Therefore, it's crucial to familiarize yourself with these codes.

Let's take a closer look at how United breaks them down.

Revenue fare classes

United uses many different fare classes for standard revenue tickets. These letters apply to paid tickets booked on United.com, but they also apply to reservations made via credit card travel portals — including Chase Travel and American Express Travel .

For visibility into these fare classes, we suggest visiting United's website and enabling Expert Mode on your profile page. This will allow you to see the complete list of fare classes when searching for paid itineraries on United-operated flights, as demonstrated below with an example from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Singapore Changi Airport (SIN).

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The available fare classes list includes paid tickets, upgrades and awards, all mixed in.

Starting with revenue fares, here's how it breaks down:

First/business class

J: Full fare C: High fare D: High fare Z: Discounted fare P: Deepest discounted fare

Premium Plus

O: High fare A: Discounted fare R: Deepest discounted fare

Y: Highest full fare — regional instant upgrades for all elite members when PN is available (or PZ if Premier 1K) B: Full fare — regional instant upgrades for all elite members when PN is available (or PZ if Premier 1K) M: High fare — regional instant upgrades for Premier 1K when PZ is available E: High fare U: High fare H: High fare Q: Discounted fare V: Discounted fare W: Lowest standard Polaris upgrade-eligible fare S: Deep-discounted fare T: Deep-discounted fare L: Deep-discounted fare K: Deep-discounted fare G: Deepest discounted fare N: Basic economy on domestic and short-haul international flights

Just note that you'll often see multiple prices for the same economy fare class. Domestic and short-haul international flights offer an "upgrade" option to convert a discounted fare into a fully refundable one. Meanwhile, long-haul international flights usually have three different options for the lowest-priced economy fare class:

  • Basic economy (limited perks)
  • Economy (standard perks)
  • Flexible economy (standard perks on a fully refundable fare)

Pay close attention to the ticket you book to know exactly what to expect.

How fare classes impact partner mileage rates

When you book United flights via United.com, you earn Mileage Plus miles based on the price of your ticket. However, if you opt to credit these flights to a partner program, most of them still compute earning rates based on the fare class and distance flown.

Take Air Canada Aeroplan . Here's the accrual chart for United-operated flights credited to your Aeroplan account:

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In the above flight from San Francisco to Singapore, the Great Circle Mapper calculates the distance as 8,446 miles. Booking a ticket in the S fare class would accrue Aeroplan points at 50% of said distance — so you'd take home 4,223 points. This is notably higher than the 3,675 United miles you'd earn with United MileagePlus.

Related: United's best kept elite status secret: How to earn PQPs faster with partner flights

Upgrade fare classes

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United also has different fare classes for upgrading to a higher cabin. This includes travelers booked in economy who want to upgrade to Premium Plus or Polaris business class, as well as ticketed passengers in Premium Plus who want to snag a business class seat. These can also vary depending on your United elite status tier.

PN: Global Services mileage and PlusPoints upgrade and instant upgrades for Premier 1K customers in full-fare economy on eligible routes. PZ: Premier Platinum and 1K PlusPoints and all mileage upgrade awards — though if you've received a Complimentary Premier Upgrade (CPU), you'll also be automatically reticketed in this fare class

RN: Upgrades for all members

Upgrade-eligible fare classes

While these upgrade classes are fixed, the price you'll need to pay to upgrade is not, as it depends on the revenue fare class you book. Passengers with tickets in the "W" fare class or higher can use 40 PlusPoints to upgrade to Polaris business class on eligible international flights. However, tickets booked in S, T, L, K or G fare classes require 80 points for the upgrade.

All paid Premium Plus fares are eligible for Polaris upgrades at 30 PlusPoints, and all regular economy fares can be upgraded to Premium Plus for 20 PlusPoints.

Note that United's basic economy fares — which book into the N fare class — aren't eligible for any type of upgrade.

Related: Why Premium Plus and higher fare classes are the secret to United upgrades

Award fare classes

Now, let's discuss award tickets. There are nine fare classes for mileage tickets, and the rates can differ significantly between each code. As noted above, you can view all fare class availability by enabling Expert Mode. From there, you'd initiate a revenue search instead of selecting "book with miles" on United.com.

Here's a breakdown of United's award fare classes.

JN: Everyday award for all members (dynamic pricing) IN: Saver award for Premier Platinum and 1K members I: Saver award for all other customers and partner redemptions

Premier Platinum, 1K and Global Services members have access to expanded business- and first-class saver awards on United-operated flights. These will book into the IN fare class but will only appear when logged into an eligible account.

For example, I'm a Premier 1K member, and here's what I see when I search for the same flight from San Francisco to Singapore detailed above.

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In this specific example, the IN inventory matches the I inventory. However, as a general rule of thumb, United typically releases more seats to the IN fare than the I fare (the standard fare class for business-class and domestic first-class saver awards).

Just remember that only I inventory is bookable using rewards from partner programs like Air Canada Aeroplan and ANA Mileage Club .

Read more: The best websites to search for Star Alliance award availability

ON: All awards (dynamic pricing)

YN: Everyday award for all members (dynamic pricing) XN: Saver award for elite members and select credit cardholders X: Saver award for all other customers and partner redemptions

If you're the primary cardholder of a United Explorer Card , United Business Card , United Quest Card or United Club Infinite Card , you can access expanded economy-class saver awards , giving you access to the XN fare class. This also applies to all United elites — including Premier Silver and Premier Gold members. United often releases more seats to the XN fare than the X fare (the standard fare class for economy-class saver awards).

However, like business class, only X inventory is available using partner currencies.

Bottom line

Frequent flyers often familiarize themselves with fare classes, as understanding their meanings empowers them to book, change and earn credit from flights more efficiently. While you don't need to memorize all the fare classes immediately, we suggest enabling Expert Mode on United's website. This will grant you access to this valuable information whenever you log in, whether through the airline's website or mobile app.

Additional reporting by Zach Honig.

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The Guide to Lufthansa Airlines Economy Class

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If you’re searching for flights from North America to Germany — or to lots of other European destinations, for that matter — chances are your options will include Lufthansa Airlines. It’s the biggest carrier in Germany and, along with its partners Austrian, Swiss, Brussels and Eurowings airlines, the second-largest airline in all of Europe. Lufthansa is also part of the 26-member Star Alliance, meaning you can use miles in partner programs like United Airlines MileagePlus or Air Canada Aeroplan to book Lufthansa flights.

With so many choices for economy class flights to international destinations, it is useful to know what to expect before you book. Here are the basics of Lufthansa Airlines’ economy class to help you decide whether this is the airline you want to fly.

Lufthansa economy fares

Lufthansa offers four different fare types in its economy class. From most to least restrictive, these tickets are called Economy Light, Economy Basic, Economy Basic Plus and Economy Flex.

The differences between Economy Light and Economy Basic on Lufthansa are baggage allowance and flexibility. Economy Light flyers can only fly with a carry-on and personal item, and tickets can’t be changed, rebooked or refunded. Economy Basic fares include a check bag and while also nonrefundable, allow changes for a fee.

All international economy tickets on Lufthansa include meals, beverages, and in-flight entertainment. The tickets range in terms of flexibility, baggage allowance and eligibility for flight changes and refundability.

Lufthansa economy vs. Economy Light fares

In recent years, airlines have been rolling out a ticket type that’s even more economical than economy. United, Delta and American Airlines call it basic economy . Lufthansa calls its low-cost long-haul ticket class Economy Light. It works similarly to most other airlines’ ultra-low-fare options: less free baggage, limited or no seat selection, and less overall flexibility for your ticket.

Most notably, the lower ticket price comes with a high risk of getting stuck in a middle seat, possibly separated from your travel companions. On a trans-Atlantic flight, that’s a pretty unpleasant prospect, making the next level — economy class — far more appealing.

What's included in economy

In-flight food.

If you’re flying a long-haul flight in Lufthansa Airlines’ economy class, expect a three-course meal, along with free snacks, free soft drinks and alcoholic beverages for purchase. Depending on your long-haul flight length, even more food, like a second meal, may be offered.

Free checked bag

Unless you booked an Economy Light fare, you’ll be able to check a bag for free, in addition to your free carry-on and personal item. Check Lufthansa’s baggage calculator for your exact flight to be sure.

Average seats

Technically, Lufthansa’s main cabin seats are pretty average: On a Boeing 747-8 Intercontinental aircraft that Lufthansa flies from Chicago to Frankfurt, you get a typical seat width of about 17.1 inches and a decent 31-inch seat pitch — the distance from the back of your seat to the back of the seat in front of you. But the experience is slightly better than the numbers suggest. The seat backs have a “slim” construction, so you get a little more of that 31 inches to stretch your legs.

That’s nice, but if you can afford a splurge on an extra legroom seat in premium economy, do. On the same Boeing 747-8, those seats offer a roomier 19 inches in width, an impressive 38 inches of pitch and greater recline.

Lufthansa also offers an unusual way to make your flight more comfortable: Pay to keep the middle seat next to you empty. For about $42 (35 euros), you can — in certain cases, like continental routes — block off a middle seat next to yours, sparing you some awkward elbow wrestling for space on the armrest and giving you a little more room to stretch out and breathe.

Can I choose my seat in Lufthansa Economy class?

Top-tier elites in Lufthansa’s Miles & More frequent flyer program, known as HON Circle members, can choose their seats in economy in advance for free, as can any travelers flying on a ticket booked with miles. Most everyone else must either wait until check-in (23 hours before departure) or pay for advance seat selection.

Depending on the distance flown, choosing your standard seat more than 23 hours in advance costs between $14 and $42 each way (12-35 euros). Standard seats in a preferred seating zone cost $20-$66 (17 to 55 euros), while extra legroom seats start at around $30 (25 euros) and run up to around $132 (110 euros) for longer flights.

Booking award flights

About the miles & more frequent flyer program.

Lufthansa’s Miles & More frequent flyer program offers you a chance to earn miles redeemable for award tickets by flying Lufthansa or its partners, or by booking hotels, rental cars and vacations through the Miles & More website. You can earn miles even faster using the Lufthansa Miles & More Credit Card .

Lufthansa’s frequent flyer program has a huge drawback: Unlike many other airlines that let you transfer points from bank loyalty programs like Chase Ultimate Rewards® , American Express Membership Rewards , Citi ThankYou and Capital One , Lufthansa doesn’t. Even transfer-friendly hotel programs like Marriott Bonvoy , which has a large list of transfer partners , won't allow you to convert their award currency into Lufthansa miles.

So you’re limited in the number of ways you can build up a balance in your Lufthansa Miles & More account.

But, because Lufthansa has so many partnerships, you have plenty of opportunities to use other programs’ miles or points to book flights on Lufthansa. The difference is you book through the other airline’s website.

How to get the best deal for a Lufthansa economy award flight

Because Lufthansa has no transfer partners, you don’t have as many options for comparison shopping as you do with other airlines. That is, a traveler with a stack of Chase Ultimate Rewards® points can compare the cost of their flight on all of Chase’s transfer partners to find the best deal.

But to book an award flight with Lufthansa, you need to either have the miles in your Lufthsansa frequent flyer account or you need to have miles or points with a partner, like fellow Star Alliance-member United, then book directly through that partner’s website. In the rare circumstance you have both, it can’t hurt to compare.

» Learn more: Your guide to the Star Alliance

First, search for your date and destination at the Miles & More website , where you might find a Chicago-to-Frankfurt flight in May for 30,000 Miles & More miles each way on either Lufthansa or United.

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Then, try the same dates and destination through United’s website, which in this case shows Chicago-to-Frankfurt flights on either Lufthansa or United also starting at around 30,000 United MileagePlus miles each way.

Often, the costs will be similar. So you can make your choice based on variables like flight times and seat sizes. But depending on your dates and destination, you could find deals, too.

The bottom line

Lufthansa Economy class can be a great way to get to Europe or beyond on a budget. You get a smidge more legroom than you would on many other airlines, plus a free checked bag, meals and snacks, and both free and paid options for choosing your seat in advance. Without transfer partners, the airline’s frequent flyer program, Miles & More, makes it hard to earn miles for award travel through any means other than flying.

But if you collect miles in any of Lufthansa’s dozens of partner programs — including United, Swiss and Air Canada — you can redeem them for an economy class seat on Lufthansa directly through that partner airline’s website.

How to maximize your rewards

You want a travel credit card that prioritizes what’s important to you. Here are our picks for the best travel credit cards of 2024 , including those best for:

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Your Complete Guide To All The Airline Classes

Economy plane seating

Air travel is very much impacted by the type of class and fare a traveler is paying. Though the kinds of service across the classes can differ wildly from one airline to another, there are four types of airline classes: economy, premium economy, business, and first class. Unless you are well-versed in airline booking hacks  or a frequent flyer with airline status, you'll most likely spend most of your time in economy — unless you want to shell out a lot of money for a better seat.

What class you're in will impact not just your seat and position in the plane itself, but it will also dictate what kind of service you receive on the plane. Higher classes have larger seats, more room in between the seats, and complimentary services like better food, snacks, and beverage options. You may even be lucky enough to fly with an international airline in a class with private suites for the ultimate flight experience. But what are the biggest differences between the airline classes and what do you need to know before booking your next flight?

Basic economy

The seats in basic economy are often the same as those in regular economy, though the ticket itself is more restricted. These are usually the cheapest tickets offered by an airline. However, with cost savings come restrictions on changing your flight dates or times, a limited amount of baggage you can bring, the inability to select seats, boarding last, and several other limitations depending on the airline. The reason folks buy basic economy tickets is to save money, though with additional fees, the cost of the ticket may very well add up to more than the price of a regular economy ticket.

Some of the other terms you may encounter in purchasing tickets under a basic economy fare can include economy light, saver fare, economy basic, and bare fare. Each airline can have its own terminology for the flight classes, so be sure to read the fine print when purchasing your ticket. Try comparing the cost of the amenities you need like a free carry-on bag with what you'd pay with a basic fare. You may be better off with a regular economy ticket.

Regardless of the kind of plane or airline you're flying with, the economy section is pretty much the same across the board. These tickets are not as cheap as basic economy tickets, though they usually still afford a pretty average travel experience. Generally, an economy experience in a legacy airline like Delta, United, or American Airlines will be more comfortable than in a budget airline like Spirit or Frontier.

In regular economy, you may or may not get complimentary snacks and drinks or even meals if your flight is long enough. Choosing your seat is usually included with an economy fare, though if you try to choose a seat in certain parts of the cabin you may have to pay extra. Exit row seats are often more expensive, as are seats that are closer to the front, or any that provide additional perks like more legroom or more space to recline.

Premium economy

Like the differences between basic and regular economy, premium economy can either be a significant upgrade from regular economy or basically the same. What is true for premium economy seats is that there is more legroom and potentially more recline pitch in the seat back. Some airlines also provide premium economy passengers with amenity kits, better food, and sometimes even the free alcoholic offerings you'd find in first or business class.

The few inches of extra room can vary widely between carriers. Japan Airlines, for example, can have 10 inches more space in their premium economy seats whereas the average for carriers is between 5 and 6 inches of additional space. Premium economy seats are also often in more favorable parts of the cabin like the front of the economy section. You may also be in a better boarding group with a premium economy ticket than others in the economy cabin. Again, it really depends on the airline you're flying with.

First class

In general, a lot of travelers use business and first-class cabins interchangeably. It's easy to do since they can be pretty close together in their amenity offerings. Planes generally don't have both business and first-class seating options, they'll have one or the other. First class, like premium economy, can mean a lot of things depending on which airline and route you're flying. For example, domestic flights generally have first-class seating rather than business.

Domestic first class usually includes more comfortable seats, more room around seats, a more favorable seating arrangement, and food and drink inclusions. They're generally not the seats you see all over luxury planes on Instagram. These are not lie-flat seats, though they are still much more comfortable than economy seats. You'll probably get hot food even on shorter flights and your choice of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages.

International first class on the other hand is easily confused with business class. They can include private or semi-private suites, lie-flat beds, gourmet dining, and lots of drinks to keep you cozy in the sky. You may have turn-down service, complimentary pajamas, and luxury amenity kits with posh items. A first-class international ticket can also more than likely get you into an international airport lounge before takeoff.

Business class

Although even airlines use first and business class interchangeably, generally the experiences folks hope to one day attain are designated to business class. Lie-flat seats, complimentary meals and snacks, unlimited drink selections, and other amenities can be linked to first class, though more often than not it's business. In some cases, business class is considered a step down from first class and can offer a premium experience for more than economy but less than a first class ticket.

Like with first class, the kinds of service and amenities travelers receive with a business class ticket depend on whether you are flying domestically or internationally. International flights by and large are going to be the most luxurious version of a business class experience, not that a domestic business class flight isn't considered a posh experience.

Business class flights also often come with airport lounge access. That's true for most domestic and international flights on a business class ticket, though international lounges like the United Polaris Lounge tend to offer a more luxurious experience than their United Club domestic counterparts.

Why airline classes vary so much

Air travel was a much more luxurious experience for everyone in the mid-20th century. But the big reason why airline classes have gotten so competitive, seats have gotten smaller, and amenities have started to disappear is because of deregulation. The federal government in the United States deregulated the airline industry in 1978 which meant airlines could do even more to increase their revenue per passenger.

Because of that deregulation, and the fact that planes have become more advanced to get people where they're going faster, ticket prices continue to rise. That is regardless of the fuel price trends because there is a wider profit margin for airlines to take advantage of. While it's easy to assume that the widest profit margin is in the higher classes, it actually isn't. Per square foot of space, first class and economy are pretty close because the airlines want to fill their planes as much as possible. It's in the addition of premium economy and business class sections that the airlines make more money per square foot.

Domestic versus international destinations

When it comes to airline classes, domestic flights have much less variety in the kinds of experiences you'll receive. Even if the plane has economy, premium economy, and first class, the service you'll get on a domestic flight is usually far less than you would on an international flight. Long-haul flights have the most variety of classes and amenities. For example, domestic first class (the best class on that plane) will have better seats but they don't lie flat. At the same time, that same class on an international flight will have lie-flat seating.

Different lengths of travel also offer passengers of all classes more amenities all around. Most international journeys will provide even economy passengers with some kind of meal and comfort items like pillows and blankets. Economy might not be the most comfortable way to travel internationally, though it can be more comfortable than domestic flights. Jumping from economy to premium economy on a long-haul flight may also be a significant difference in an in-flight experience as well.

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Economy light, the basic fare for long-haul flights.

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Travel lighter and save: if you are flying with carry-on baggage only and don’t require any ticket flexibility, you can enjoy a great-value trip on our Economy Light fare. Apart from one item of carry-on baggage, the Light fare has no free-baggage allowance. However, you can add one piece of checked baggage to your booking for a fee. Meals and beverages on board are still free of charge.

Learn more here about fees for one piece of checked baggage.

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A preferred seat can be added to your booking up to 52 hours before departure. 

Fees for one piece of checked baggage

On the Economy Light fare you can book an additional first piece of baggage for a fee. Please note that this is not refundable.

You can check your free baggage allowance in just a few steps with our baggage calculator – based on route, travel class and fare. There you can also find the prices and dimensions for additional pieces of baggage.

For flights with our partners United Airlines and Air Canada, you can only purchase checked baggage at the airport.

For HON Circle Members, Senators and Star Alliance Gold customers on intercontinental flights, the first item of baggage on the Economy Light fare is free of charge and can only be declared at the check-in counter. If the first item of baggage on the Economy Light fare is booked online, at the Service Center or via a travel agency, corresponding charges will apply.

For the time being, the Economy Light fare is only available in desktop view.

FAQs on the Economy Light fare

Find out more about the applicability of the Economy Light fare as well as more details.

Which destinations does the Economy Light fare apply to?

The Economy Light fare is available on many long-haul flights. Please note that the fare is only available for journeys which start or end in a country to which Lufthansa flies.

The fare applies to flights with:

  • Journey start in Europe and a destination in Africa (except for Angola, Equatorial Guinea, Ethiopia, Kenya, Nigeria and Tanzania), Asia (except for China, Japan and Singapore), the Middle East, North America and South America.
  • Journey start in Africa (except for Angola, Equatorial Guinea, Ethiopia, Kenya, Mauritius, Nigeria and Tanzania), Asia (except for China, Japan, Korea and Singapore), Canada, the Middle East (except for Iran), North America, South America and a destination in Europe.

Is the Economy Light fare available in all classes on long-haul flights?

Initially, the Economy Light fare will only be available in selected booking classes. If these booking classes are no longer available, the Economy Standard fare can still be booked.

Is it possible to upgrade using Miles & More miles?

A mileage upgrade is not possible in booking classes K, L and T.

Can the Economy Light fare on long-haul flights be combined with European fares?

European fares cannot be combined with the Economy Light fare on long-haul flights. For connecting flights within Europe, the Economy Light or Standard fare can be booked.

Which extra services and amenities can be booked?

You can book the following additional services on the Light fare very easily.

You can also book all the additional options directly online.

For flights with our partner airlines United and Air Canada, you can only pay for checked baggage at the airport. If you wish to check in a larger, heavier or wider baggage item, the Economy Light fare is subject to the flat fees for excess baggage.

Is it possible to take sports baggage free of charge?

If you are travelling on the Economy Light fare, you cannot take any sports baggage free of charge as your booked item of baggage or in addition to your booked item of baggage.

Can a buggy or child seat be taken as checked baggage free of charge?

Suitable car seats, baby baskets or foldable pushchairs may be brought on board as carry-on baggage free of charge (pushchairs will be transported in the hold).

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15 Fascinating & Free Online Classes For Smarter Traveling

Fun fact: There are a ton of free travel classes online!

Maybe you want to travel smarter using clever tactics.

Or possibly you dream of exploring the world luxuriously on a budget using miles and points,

Want to start a travel blog that allows you to make money by creating content while you’re on the road?

I’ve SO got you covered.

Below, check out some of the best free travel classes available online, no matter what your travel style or trip goals are.

Once you’re done reading, make sure to also check out these 27 Netflix and Chill alternatives for travelers . The list mentions a number of travel courses and fun livestreams to fuel your wanderlust!

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Top Free Travel Classes Online

1) the *new* strategy for profitable blogging email course.

Many intrepid travelers have toyed with the idea of documenting their trips on a travel blog.

And for those wanting to take their blogs to the next level — as in, turn them into profitable businesses —this free five-day course by Jessie on a Journey shows you how.

In fact, it takes you from branding your blog for success all the way through list-building and community building to monetization. By the end, you’ll truly know how to map out your blogging goals — and crush them!

After taking this course, you’ll spend less time wondering how to make money while traveling, and more time actually doing it!

2)  10 Powerful Ways To Make Money Travel Blogging

While we’re on the topic of blog monetization, I’d love to invite you to my free workshop: 10 Powerful Ways To Make Money Travel Blogging.

During the 60-minute on-demand workshop, you’ll learn:

  • Myths related to monetizing a blog (that may be holding you back!)
  • Strategies for creating profitable content (so those blog posts, emails & social shares lead to income!)
  • Tips for earning recurring passive revenue as a blogger (so your income grows even when you’re away from your laptop!)
  • How to create products that you know your audience will buy (so you don’t waste your time!)
  • Advice for growing your affiliate income (with a strategy that truly works!)

Plus, your free ticket to this actionable workshop also includes a Q&A, limited-time replay, and special bonuses.

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3) The Profitable Travel Blog Makeover

Looking for a crash course on running a blogging business?

If the previous option isn’t enough and you’d prefer something with video lessons, then this four-day online travel blogging course is for you.

Each video is less than 10 minutes, but teaches a vital travel blogging strategy.

A few topics that are covered include how to:

  • Set up a profitable blogging foundation (including the vital step many bloggers skip!)
  • Increase your website traffic (no tech required!)
  • Grow your email list (with  targeted subscribers!)
  • Nurture your subscribers into raving fans (who can’t wait to hear from you!)
  • Monetize your blog (without being spammy!)

If you dream of making travel a full-time lifestyle or just want to start your own online business centered around something you’re passionate about, then you don’t want to miss this free blogging course.

4) Instagram Authority

The world is full of beauty to photograph.

One great place to share those photos is on Instagram.

For those that want their pretty trip pictures to go beyond views from family and friends, this free seven-day course by Alex Tooby demystifies the challenging arena of growing an Instagram following.

A few tactics you’ll learn include how to craft a follow-worthy bio, create a cohesive profile, and boost engagement through high-quality content and hashtags.

By the way, one you get savvy at Instagram you can use this skill to find easy ways to volunteer from home , as many nonprofits and projects are often looking for people who can help them spread their mission online.

5) Savvy Solo Traveler Email Course

If you’ve been thinking about taking your first solo trip but feel a bit apprehensive about this new venture, then this course by Jessie on a Journey is for you.

Learn how to stay safe and other essential information about traveling alone — including how to take the perfect selfie!

Additionally, you’ll learn how to overcome common solo travel fears, choose the perfect solo destination, tell loved ones you’re hitting the road alone, stay safe, and mentally prepare.

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6) Travel Photography Demystified

Want to learn how to take better travel photos?

Check out Karthika Gupta’s online class — a free five-day video series with plenty of tips to help you improve your photography skills and take envy-inducing photos on your next trip.

Don’t worry if you don’t own a DSLR, as the course breaks down tips even iPhoneographers can appreciate.

7) Amplify Your Email List Challenge

Back to those travelers who are also interested in travel blogging, one strategy that will be essential to master is growing your email list.

Luckily, the Amplify Your Email List Challenge can help!

In this free challenge, you’ll learn how to increase your subscribers, nurture your community, and monetize an email list in just five days.

Throughout the challenge there will be a number of bonuses that will help you implement your list-building strategy easier and faster. Make sure to grab those before the challenge ends!

Best of all, each email is concise and clear, teaching a step-by-step tactic in the shortest way possible.

This means, you can spend less time reading emails and more putting learning into practice.

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8) Travel Miles 101

The opening sentence of this free Travel Miles 101 course description is “learn how you can travel the world for pennies.”

I don’t know about you, but that sounds perfect  to me.

Inside, you’ll learn the art of miles and points hacking, so you can save your cash for memorable on-the-ground experiences instead of hotels and flights.

9) How To Travel Long Term / Full Time

Traveling for months at a time takes more savvy than knowing how to book a plane ticket; which this HighBrow course delivers.

It’s designed for people who want to travel long term or full time, but do not know where to begin.

It teaches you how to sort out your finances, find free accommodation and earn money while traveling, among other things.

Note: This course is free with a 30-day free trial on HighBrow. You can also create your own email course for HighBrow by clicking here . 

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10) Travel Hacking Basics: How To Travel Longer and Better

UDEMY is one of my favorite platforms for online learning, whether travel classes or professional development education.

As the title suggests, this course covers the basics of cheap and safe travel.

Topics include planning your trip, finding cheap flights and accommodation, and avoiding common travel scams.

Oh, and one of my favorite lessons: how and where to find “error” fares.

11) Learn How To Fly Free To Hawaii

Have you always wanted to visit Hawaii, but haven’t yet been able to save up enough to afford the trip?

This free travel class by Go To Travel Gal shows you step-by-step how to fly to Hawaii with your friends and family using only miles and points.

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12) How To Take Amazing Videos Of Your Adventure

Want to learn the secrets to capturing your special moments in amazing videos?

This course by Evergreen Lane Productions walks you through the main elements of shooting beautiful videos during your trips.

The course is perfect for adventurers who want to capture their trip of a lifetime without having to spend a lot of time playing around with their camera.

13) How To Plan A Vacation: Save Time And Money

Consisting of three units, this course by To The Nations Worldwide shows you how to plan an amazing vacation while saving time and money.

Lessons include choosing the right destination, creating an itinerary, and general travel tips and tricks.

Hint : I also offer a free Ultimate Travel Planning Kit  on Jessie on a Journey full of handy worksheets and resources for savvier trip planning beyond the guidebook.

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14) What To Expect On Your First Disney Cruise 

This nine-day email course by Picture The Magic covers everything about going on a Disney cruise, including dealing with seasickness, avoiding unnecessary costs, tipping, amazing things to do during the day and more.

If you’re feeling a bit anxious about your first Disney cruise, this course will help you dispel any uncertainties and worries you may have.

15) How To Travel Full-Time In A Financially Sustainable Way

If you’ve often wondered how some people manage to travel full-time, this course by the Professional Hobo will show you how they do it — and how you can, too.

Packed with information, the course will teach you how to reduce costs on accommodation and transportation, earn money on the road and how to manage your finances, among other things.

What free travel classes would you add to this list?

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Excellent list! I’ve been looking on Udemy recently too for some inspiration, but with so many courses available there, it’s difficult to find the really useful ones. Now I have them – time to study! 🙂

This is some great stuff. I had always been wondering about how you guys get such mouthwatering photos on Instagram. Now I know the trick. Also, since I am going to start a new travel blog “The Vagabond Report” I think some of these will make very good help to me. Starting with that gram course of course. Thanks, ya!

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The stopover options for the US flights to Moscow depend on your airline, departure city, and arrival airport. If you're flying with Turkish Airlines from New York, expect layovers in Istanbul, Bodrum, and Antalya. United Airlines, British Airways, EI AI, Azerbaijan Airlines, Austrian Airlines, SWISS, and Emirates offer flights from New York to DME with common layovers in Tel Aviv-Yafo, London, Baku, Vienna, Zurich, and Amsterdam respectively. Flights from Los Angeles have common layovers in New York, Frankfurt, Dubai, Stockholm, Amsterdam, and Vienna.

Which US airports offer flights from the US to Moscow?

If you’re looking to fly to Moscow from the US, you will be happy to know that several US airports offer these flights. You can get flights from the US to Moscow from Los Angeles (LAX), Miami (MIA), Newark (EWR), New York (JFK), Philadelphia (PHL), Chicago (ORD), and Atlanta (ATL) among others.

Does Sheremetyevo International Airport offer accessible services?

Yes. SVO is an accessible airport with management that strives to ensure that all passengers traveling through the airport get full access to its programs and services. The airport’s terminals are well configured to provide easy access for passengers with reduced mobility. SVO also offers accessible restrooms throughout its terminals. Disabled travelers are welcome to use Saturn Lounge in Terminal D or Sirius Lounge for passengers flying from Terminals D, E, and F.

How can I access the lounges at Moscow Vnukovo International Airport?

Art Lounge is near Gate 23 on the Second Floor of Terminal A. The lounge admits passengers on in-transit or international flights only and remains open for 24 hours. You can access the lounge through a pass or membership programs. Fountain Lounge is in the food court area on the Second Floor of Terminal A and admits passengers on membership programs. You can access Top Lounge through membership programs. The lounge is near Gate 21 on the Third Floor of Terminal A. Prokofiev Premier and Tchaikovsky Lounge admit travelers through membership programs. Prokofiev is near Gate 13 in Terminal A while the latter is on the International Airside of the same terminal.

What shopping options are available at the Moscow airports?

Travelers looking to shop while in Moscow need not go any further than the airports, as both airports have a wide range of options from fashion to jewelry and souvenirs. Popular shops in Sheremetyevo International Airport include Red Machine, Yarmarka, and Swarovski. For Domodedovo International Airport, Natura Siberica, Consul, and Frey Wille are all great stores to take a peek at.

What restaurant options are there at the Moscow airports?

Just as the shopping options were extensive at both airports, the dining is the same. For Sheremetyevo International Airport, consider paying a visit to Kolbasny Tsekh and Mama Russia. If you are flying into Domodedovo International Airport, Uzbechka and Edim Letim are sure to satisfy.

What facilities are available for children and families at Moscow’s airports?

In Sheremetyevo International Airport, travelers will be happy to note that there is a children’s play area in Terminal D. There are also mother-and-child rooms that feature play areas, showers, and couches for young children and their mothers. As for Domodedovo International Airport, there are two children’s play areas located at the International and Domestic Terminals.

How do I get from Domodedovo International Airport to downtown Moscow?

Fortunately for travelers, Domodedovo International Airport is very well-connected to downtown Moscow. If you are just in town for a visit, likely the cheapest and most convenient way to get into town is the Aeroexpress. Aside from the Aeroexpress, however, there are also bus, shuttle and taxi options available.

Which Moscow airport is closest to central Moscow?

There are 4 major airports in Moscow. The nearest airport from Moscow city center is Moscow Vnukovo (17 miles), followed by Moscow Sheremetyevo Airport (18 miles), Moscow Zhukovsky (25 miles), and Moscow Domodedovo Airport (25 miles).

How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights to Moscow?

KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights to Moscow.

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What is the Hacker Fare option on flights to Moscow?

Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Moscow with an airline and back with another airline.

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Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Moscow up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Which airline offers the most flights to Moscow?

Of the 20 airlines that fly to Moscow, Aeroflot offers the most flights, with around 1,551 per week, followed by Pobeda with 452 flights per week.

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  • Moscow Vnukovo International Airport (VKO) consists of two terminals, Terminal A and Terminal D. The former is the main terminal that serves most international and domestic flights. Terminal D mostly serves flights arriving from North Caucasus. The terminals are a short walk from each other as they are adjacent and are connected by walkways.
  • Passengers arriving at Moscow Domodedovo International Airport (MDE) can utilize the airport’s shower facilities to freshen up before leaving the airport. Showers are available in the Left Wing of the International Arrivals Area.
  • Passengers looking to explore MDE luggage-free are welcome to leave their luggage at the airport’s storage lockers. You can find the lockers Landslide of the International Arrivals Area and on the Ground Floor of the Domestic Arrivals.
  • Gadget-totting travelers can charge their devices at MDE. The airport offers stand-alone charging stations in every waiting lounge. You can also rent battery chargers from the Left Luggage room.
  • Moscow Sheremetyevo International Airport (SVO) is completely smoke-free in the terminals. However, the airport offers designated smoking pavilions to accommodate smoking passengers. The smoking pavilions are outside at the terminals’ entrances.
  • For flights to Moscow, travelers have four different airports to choose from: Domodedovo International Airport (DME), Sheremetyevo International Airport (SVO), Vnukovo International Airport (VKO), and Zhukovsky International Airport (ZIA). However, most travelers will be flying into either Domodedovo International Airport or Sheremetyevo International Airport, as they are by far the most popular of the four airports.
  • Getting from Sheremetyevo International Airport to downtown Moscow is simple, thanks to the Aeroexpress, which connects directly to both Belorussky Railway Terminal and Okruzhnaya station. From either station, you can head to a number of locations across Moscow in no time.
  • Looking to head straight to the hotel after your flight to Moscow? If you are landing at Sheremetyevo International Airport, the Novotel Moscow Sheremetyevo Airport Hotel is within walking distance of the airport’s terminals. For Domodedovo International Airport, on the other hand, there is the Domodedovo AirHotel, which is located just half a mile away from the airport and offers free transfers to and from the airport.
  • If you need to get between Domodedovo International Airport and Sheremetyevo International Airport, your best bet is to take a combination of the Aeroexpress and the Moscow Metro. There is even a special “Between Airports” ticket available for purchase at the Aeroexpress ticket office.
  • Got a few hours to spare at Sheremetyevo International Airport? Why not stop off at the Aero-beauty hair salon for a cut, trim, or maybe even a dye? Another option is to spend some time at the History Museum of Sheremetyevo, which has several unique exhibitions on the history of the airport.

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Moscow vacations are always a great idea when it comes to traveling in Russia. Plan your trip to Moscow with a leading tour operator for Russia and enjoy the ease and pleasure that comes from it. You will stay at the centrally-located hotels, enjoy guided tours to Moscow's best sights with charming local guides, and, most importantly, feel relaxed and immersed in the Russian culture at all times. Wondering what the ideal way to see the best of Moscow is? Well, with a private tour to Moscow, of course! We will listen to your travel preferences and prepare a custom Moscow itinerary just for you. Let's start talking about your upcoming vacation to the gorgeous capital city of Russia.

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Make sure to check the weather prognosis before your trip and pack accordingly.

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Moscow is beautiful all around the year. Choose traveling time according to preferred activities.

We suggest to always have some cash with you. You will need Rubles (RUB) for Russia.

How much to tip

Tipping is not required in Russia, but it's considered good etiquette, tip 10%-15% of your bill.

The average summer temperature is approx 18°C (64°F), and winter is around -6°C (22°F).

Some of the most popular souvenirs from Moscow are caviar, Krasnaya Moska perfume.

Best Moscow Sights

One of the highest points in Moscow and one of its most breathtaking places - the Sparrow Hills.

See the 344-feet Cathedral of Christ the Savior - the tallest Orthodox church in the world.

Enjoy masterpieces of Russian opera and ballet in Moscow's legendary Bolshoi Theater.

Being the most recognizable symbol of Russia in the world, Red Square is an absolute must see when in Moscow. 

The famous GUM is a large department store in the Kitai-gorod part of Moscow facing Red Square.

History and luxury is revealed inside the Kremlin as the Armoury Chamber displays treasures like Faberge Eggs.

St. Basil’s Cathedral is Moscow’s most famous artistic work of architecture set in the romantic Red Square.

The symbol of Moscow and entire Russia, the Kremlin is often described as the 8th Wonder of the World.

Moscow Metro is like a whole underground city that holds the world's largest collection of Stalinist Art.

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  • Air France, Lufthansa, Etihad Airways, and Singapore Airlines have quality first class experiences.
  • However, All Nippon Airways could be the best first class experience to discover in 2024.

Despite airlines shying away from first class seating during the past few years, especially before the pandemic, there has been a resurgent focus on premium products in 2023 and 2024. Demand for first, business, and premium economy class seating has driven airlines to innovate and refresh their top-of-the-line products, with several carriers introducing new first class seats and suites.

If you were to look to tick off a few bucket list-worthy first class seats to fly on in 2024, several airlines have introduced or are planning to introduce new first class cabins during the year, indicating that the crème de la crème of airline seats is not going away anytime soon.

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While the cabin is not available yet, Air France has promised that it will be during the upcoming winter season, which starts in October 2024. The carrier announced that it was redesigning its La Premiere cabin, exclusively deployed on its 777-300ERs, in May 2022.

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At the time, Air France said that La Premiere would be the longest on the market, offering up to three modular configurations that can be fully privatized, including transforming the seat into a sofa or a bed. Furthermore, the carrier promised that it would appear on more aircraft than previously.

Benjamin Smith, the chief executive officer (CEO) of Air France, said that La Premiere represents the best of French excellence and is a vital part of the airline’s DNA. The executive noted that even at the peak of the pandemic, the airline saw the importance of a first class cabin, especially on routes across the Atlantic Ocean.

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While Lufthansa teased the new designs of its first class cabins in October 2022, the German airline officially introduced the new Allegris cabins, including new first class seats, in February 2023. The seats will feature on Airbus A350, Boeing 787, and 777X aircraft, upon their delivery to the German airline.

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At the time, Lufthansa said the new Allegris seats would be introduced with its latest Airbus A350-900 aircraft in 2024. However, two of its most recent Airbus A350-900 aircraft were straight sent to the desert, reportedly because supply chain issues derailed the airline’s plans to introduce the new cabins on the two aircraft, which is why they are now parked at Teruel Airport (TEV), Spain.

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Nevertheless, while they might be delayed, the first class cabins will still have plenty on offer, including unprecedented privacy for the German airline’s top-of-the-line seats. For example, Lufthansa said that customers can warm or cool their seats in the suite according to their needs.

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While ‘The Residence’ is not a new product, the fact is that with the return of the airline’s Airbus A380 aircraft, passengers once again can enjoy ‘The Residence,’ an even more luxurious cabin than first class on the UAE-based Etihad Airways flights.

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The one new development with the self-advertised three-room suite in the sky is that starting April 2024, the airline will deploy its Airbus A380 aircraft to fly between Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport (AUH) and New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). When the aircraft returned to service in July 2023, the airline deployed it only on the AUH – London Heathrow Airport (LHR) route.

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2 singapore airlines first class, announced in: july 2013.

While it has been more than a decade since Singapore Airlines first unveiled its newest first class product, the cabin still has been one of the top-rated cabins globally as the airline has managed to provide an unparalleled experience to its customers.

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Unfortunately, the carrier’s Boeing 777-300ER only welcomes four first class passengers since its other long-haul aircraft, including the Airbus A350-900, A380, and Boeing 787-10, only have business class seats. The only exception is the Airbus A380, with the airline offering the ‘Suite’: a similar experience to Etihad Airways ‘The Residence.’ When Singapore Airlines announced the cabin in July 2013, it said that the seat would introduce a new industry benchmark for premium air travel, including redesigning its business and economy class seats.

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1 all nippon airways the suite, announced in: july 2019.

All Nippon Airways (ANA) announced its new first class seats in July 2019 . The airline, which also publicized its newest business class seat on the same date, described the then-new suite as designed by combining Japanese heritage and Western design.

While Skytrax rated Singapore Airlines’ first class as the superior product in 2023, maybe ANA, whose first class was ranked as the third-best seat in the world, will have what it takes to take it to the next level. After all, Air Frances’s La Premiere, voted second-best, is getting a refresh, which could go either way and provide a potential opportunity for ANA.

ANA First Class Suite Boeing 777-300ER

The Japanese carrier offers its first class product on two aircraft, its iconic ‘Flying Turtles,’ the Airbus A380s, and the Boeing 777-300ER. When it introduced the new suites, ANA said that this was the most spacious fully enclosed seating ever seen on an ANA aircraft, adding that features include privacy-enhancing doors and a 43-inch monitor, which also showed entertainment in a 4K resolution.

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As much as I love to travel, being crammed on a plane in economy seating is far from the ideal way to start any vacation. I’ve always been a bit envious of travelers in premium seating options (and the built-in footrests that accompany them) — but never pay-extra-to-upgrade envious. Lucky for me, flight attendants have found the perfect solution: the Basic Concepts Portable Foot Hammock . This clever gadget is a game-changer for making the most of your main cabin seat's legroom, and is available for just $15 at Amazon.

I have an international trip coming up, so I’ve been searching high and low for travel accessories and gadgets to ensure a smooth journey. So when I came across a review from a flight attendant who dubbed this portable footrest a “ lifesaver ,” I was immediately intrigued — mainly because if there’s one thing about me, it's that when a flight attendant offers a recommendation, I listen. That same reviewer went on to explain how they commute a lot for their job, and that the Basic Concepts Portable Foot Hammock makes the entire experience “so much more comfortable than without.” Needless to say, without hesitation, I promptly added this footrest to my cart ahead.

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Footrests do more than just provide immediate comfort for your feet; they can enhance your overall in-flight experience. Aside from relieving pressure on your lower back, footrests can also  increase blood circulation throughout your body, easing leg, knee, and general joint discomfort. And even better, this particular footrest comes equipped with built-in memory foam cushioning for luxurious-feeling support. With how much traveling flight attendants do, it’s no surprise that they depend on innovative accessories like this portable footrest to relieve tension and make flying a breeze. 

What's more, this convenient foot hammock is easy to pack, and even easier to assemble. Complete with an extra-long adjustable strap, you just need to wrap the footrest around the seat tray in front of you (rest assured, its seamless design won’t bother your front seat neighbor), and customize the strap to your desired length. Voilà, destination relaxation ahead awaits. Once you're finished using it, simply place it back in its designated carrying bag and slide it into your purse or luggage for effortless transport. 

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Its simple yet straightforward design also makes it suitable for comfortable commuting on trains in addition to flights. And, shoppers have even found alternative ways to use it outside of travel, with one reviewer sharing that they “have one hanging from [their] office desk and [it] helps elevate their feet” to help take the pressure off them. 

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Vodka is an important component of Russian life, an element of national identity and everyday culture. We invite you to visit the Vodka Museum and feel the atmosphere of long-gone...

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Mikhail Bulgakov Apartment Museum

This apartment museum located close to Patriarch Ponds became the prototype of the "bad apartment" described in the novel "The Master and Margarita." Currently the museum's...

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The State Museum of Lev Tolstoy Tour

Take this opportunity to learn more about the Russian writer Lev Tolstoy. During the visit to the museum you will see part of a vast collection of exhibits connected to Tolstoy...

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Novodevichy Convent Tour with transport

Tour of the Novodevichy Monastery. Founded in 1524 by Grand Prince VasiliIoanovich, the original convent was enclosed by fortified walls and contained 12 towers. The structure...

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City Tour with Visit to St. Basils & Red Sq. with transport

Panoramic City Tour. This Moscow tour is a great start to your trip and the best way to get acquainted with many of the city’s major highlights. Our professional guide will...

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City Tour of Moscow

Head to the heart of Moscow with a professional guide on a 4-hour private walk through the city center. See Tverskaya and Old Arbat streets, Theatre Square with the world-famous...

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Moscow Metro walking tour

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Kremlin, Red Square and Cathedrals Tour

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KGB Tour with transport

This is a very interesting and insightful tour. You will visit places connected with Stalin’s terror - a time of great repression and fear. You will be shown monuments to...

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Soviet and Post-Soviet Moscow Tour

The tour begins with a drive or walk down Tverskaya Street – a Soviet masterpiece. In the years of Soviet power, Tverskaya began to undergo a transformation: it was widened...

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Tretyakov State Gallery Tour

This world-famous gallery contains masterpieces of Russian art beginning in the 10th century up until today. You will view exquisite Russian icons and paintings from the 18th and...

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Jewish Heritage of Moscow Tour

This tour offers a detailed look into the history and present-day life of the Jewish community of Moscow. On the tour, you will visit sites connected with the cultural and religious...

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Lena, our guide in Moscow was excellent. She was very knowledgable and could answer any question we had for her. We liked that she could pick up on our interests and take us places we might not have thought of to go. When we realized that one of the places we had chosen to see would probably not be that interesting to us, she was able to arrange entry to the Diamond Fund and the Armoury for us. Riding the Metro with Lena was a real adventure and a lot of fun. In Saint Petersburg we found Anna well versed in the history of the Tsars and in the Hermitage collection. Arkady in Veliky Novgorod was a very good guide and answered all of our questions with ease. Novgorod was perhaps a long way to go for a day trip, but we did enjoy it. Vasily was a great driver to have and kept us safe with good humour and skill. We enjoyed ourselves so much, my daughter says she is already planning to return. We would both have no hesistation to recommend ExpresstoRussia to anyone we know.

Just wanted to let you know that My grandson Bruno and I couldn´t have been more pleased with our week in Moscow (6/15 - 6/21). We were absolutely enchanted with the whole experience, including getting lost a couple of times in the Metro during our free time. Although both our guides (both Eleanas) were excellent, I would particularly commend the first one (she took us to the Tatiakov, the KGB tour, and to that beautiful cemetery where so many great Russian artists, authors, composers, musicians, militarists, and politicians are buried). Her knowledge is encyclopedic; and her understanding of today´s Russia as a product of its past was, for us, truly enlightening. I will be taking another tour in Russia, with my wife, within the next two or three years. I will be in touch with you when the time comes. Meanwhile, I will refer you to other potential visitors to Russia as I meet them.

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Our Moscow tours are land only meaning that you arrange your own air travel to Russia and our expert staff meets you at the airport and handles everything else from there. Our online Airline Ticket booking system offers some of the most competitive rates to Russia available on the web so if you need tickets, please visit our Russian air ticket center . Rest assured that you will be taken great care of on one of our Moscow tours. Express to Russia has a fully staffed office in Moscow that will help to make your visit fun, informative and unforgettable. Please remember that of all these tours are private and can be adjusted to your taste. You can add, replace or skip some sights; you can add more days to the package or cut the tour short. Our specialists will be glad to help you create the tour of your dreams!

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Moscow, a City Like No Other

Moscow is Russia’s largest city with a population of between 12 and 13 million. It is also Europe’s largest city and when you visit Moscow, you can feel it. The layout and architecture of the city is eclectic, ranging from crooked, ancient streets and alleyways to wide, bustling boulevards, from medieval churches to Stalin skyscrapers and to modern, glass buildings towering over everything and of course in the center of it all is the Kremlin and the magnificent Red Square. Moscow is also home to a fantastic, efficient and very beautiful metro system – each station having its own special design. In fact, Express to Russia’s Moscow metro tours and excursions are some of our most popular attractions that we offer. On our Moscow tours, you will see this and more.

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Moscow Tours centering on Russian History

Moscow has a long and interesting history and has been the capital of Russia in many of its different iterations – capital of the Grand Duchy of Moscow , the Russian Empire and of course the Soviet Union (who could ever forget the Soviet Union?). Moscow, was founded in the 12th century by Prince Yuri Dolgaruki (Yuri of the long arms – he really did have long arms!). From that time on, it was home to the Russian Tsars until Peter the Great moved the capital to St. Petersburg in 1703. The city has survived invasions and sieges from the Mongols, the Tartars, the Poles, Lithuanians and Napoleon but has always persevered. Our Moscow tours will enlighten you on this great history and give you insights into Muscovites and their unique culture. Our Moscow tours show you what the city is like today but also brings to life the past. Moscow never seems to sleep and is bursting with energy. A Moscow tour with Express to Russia is truly the best way of getting to know Russia’s largest and most vibrant city.

Frequently Asked Questions From Our Travelers

What is the best time to visit moscow.

Any time of year is fine depending on what you plan to do. Summertime is pleasantly warm, ideal for exploring the city and its vibrant atmosphere, but Moscow will be much busier and accommodation is more expensive. Winter can be quite cold but beautiful nonetheless, and this is unproblematic if you intend to spend most of your trip in museums and galleries. There are also various festivals and events organised throughout the year. For more information about the best time to visit, read our guide

How many days are enough in Moscow?

If you plan your itinerary strategically and aren’t averse to a packed schedule, you can cover Moscow’s main sights over a long weekend. Most popular attractions are in the city centre, and the Moscow Metro allows you to cover much ground in a small amount of time. Ensure that your accommodation is fairly central and book tickets in advance, so that you can make the most of your days. For an informative and well-organised day out, check out our Moscow day tours with options to suit all interests.

Do they speak English in Moscow?

As Russia’s capital city, tourists are well accommodated in Moscow. There should be English-speaking staff in restaurants, bars, hotels, shops and attractions in tourist hotspots, and there are also English-speaking tourist police. Transport services have English translations on their maps and English announcements via intercom; alternatively, order taxis from the Yandex Taxi app (Russian Uber), though it’s unlikely that your taxi driver will speak English. If you get stuck and cannot communicate, it’s fine to use Google Translate.

Is it safe to travel to Moscow?

It is no less safe to travel to Moscow than to any European city if you exercise common sense and look after your belongings. As with every city some regions can be more unsavoury than others, but no tourist attractions are located there. The traffic in Moscow is notorious, so exercise caution when crossing roads. Do not take unlicensed taxis; book in advance or take public transport, which is widespread and perfectly safe. If you encounter any problems, look for the special tourist police who can help you. For more information, read our guide about staying safe in Russia .

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Deals on business class travel are rare, but there are plenty of details to keep in mind

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An Alaska Airlines flight lands behind a Qatar Airways plane waiting to take off at San Francisco International Airport on Dec. 22, 2020. (AP Photo/Jeff Chiu)

My ears perk up any time an airline announces there’s a fare sale.

But when the prices started at $3,415, I did a double-take.

This particular email was from Qatar Airways. Qatar is a pretty fancy airline, from everything I’ve heard. I haven’t flown them, but several friends have. Plus, Qatar Air is an Alaska Airlines mileage partner, with a daily nonstop flight from Seattle to its hub in Doha, the capital of Qatar.

Just for fun, I checked a couple of popular destinations in Africa using Qatar to see what the “sale” price was.

First, though, I logged in to my Alaska Airlines account to see how many miles I’d need to cash in for the lie-flat seats to the other side of the world. Flying between April 15 and April 24 is right in the middle of Qatar’s business-class sale to Cape Town, South Africa. On those particular dates, it would cost 560,000 Alaska Air miles to secure a seat, plus $158 in fees.

Well, I don’t have that many miles, so I opened a new window to check the cash price. Between March 25 and May 13, prices for business class range from $4,803 to $5,809 round-trip. Compare that to British Air at $11,680 round-trip or United’s price at $6,550 in conjunction with Ethiopian Airlines.

In the air, Qatar’s business class space includes a lie-flat seat. On some planes, including the one that flies from Seattle to Doha (more than 14 hours), travelers get what’s called a “Q Suite” with a privacy door, a big screen for watching movies, and other goodies.

On the ground, there’s access to the high-end lounge at the airport. But if your layover is more than eight hours (it’s more than nine hours between flights to get to Cape Town), Qatar Air will provide hotel accommodations, a visa to get out of the airport and transportation to and from the hotel.

Between Anchorage or Fairbanks and Seattle, the connecting flights on Alaska Airlines are booked first class.

Then there’s the miles you’ll earn with Alaska Airlines when you buy a seat “up front.” Depending on how much you pay, you’ll earn between 20,000 and 33,000 elite qualifying miles toward your elite status with Alaska Airlines. The formula for mileage accrual is based on the class of service, which in turn is based on how much the ticket costs.

Between Anchorage and Johannesburg, Qatar Air’s business class tickets range from $4,916 to $5,716 round-trip, traveling between March 11 and May 8, 2024.

Other destinations for the sale include Dar es Salaam and Mt. Kilimanjaro airport. Flights to Nairobi are a little less, from $4,887 round-trip.

Qatar’s route system is unique since almost all of the airline’s flights are wide-body aircraft which affords the big seats on each segment.

Not all business class or first class tickets are the same.

For example, business class tickets from Anchorage to Frankfurt are priced low right now: from $2,976 round-trip on either Delta or American. On Delta’s routing, the business class fare is really “domestic first class” on the first two flights. That means you’re sitting in a regular sit-up seat. But once you fly over the Atlantic, you get the lie-flat bed. The same is true for American: You’re sitting up between Anchorage and Seattle and between Seattle and Dallas. But the Dallas-Frankfurt leg of the journey offers a lie-flat bed for a nice nap.

Be careful, though, if your flight to Europe stops first at a hub like London, Paris or Frankfurt before continuing to your final destination. Sometimes the smaller planes they use for the last leg can be pretty cramped. For example, Delta has a business class fare from Anchorage to Istanbul for $3,270. Travelers can lie down flat across the Atlantic, but there’s a 3.5-hour flight from Paris to Istanbul. Business class travelers still only get 30 inches of “seat pitch” between rows. Air France blocks the middle seat — but it’s still a little tight.

Flying from Anchorage to South America, business class travelers may miss out on the lie-flat experience altogether. United Air has a nice business class fare from Anchorage to Bogota, Colombia: $1,109-$1,250 round-trip, between May 14 and July 4. Actually, on some of United’s flights there are lie-flat seats, but only between Houston and Denver.

Travelers often ask about deals on business class travel. The deals don’t come around that often. Even when they do, most travelers freak out at the cost of the tickets and go back to searching for economy seats.

If you grabbed the cheap seats but still aspire to stretch out for the long flight, watch your email or the airline app as you get close to departure. One friend got a last-minute upgrade offer for Qatar Air and was able to lie down and take a nap on the way to Qatar.

On our last trip to Spain, I scored a “premium economy” seat on American Air at the last minute for $175 one-way. First, the seat was nicer than a standard-issue first-class domestic seat on United, Alaska or Delta. But by upgrading, we also got an extra 6,000 elite qualifying miles on Alaska Airlines.

Whether you need to fly first class, or just want to, the airlines are anxious to sell you a ticket.

Scott McMurren

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You can travel first class without paying huge sums of money.

By earning travel rewards and utilizing insider tips, savvy travelers can find plenty of opportunities to travel in luxury without breaking the bank.

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Let’s start simple.

Rather than spending thousands of dollars on a premium flight, consider using credit card rewards to get to your destination in style. It’s a nearly-free strategy for traveling in first class.

Pro tip: The top travel credit cards could help you earn the points and miles you need to book luxury flights.

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<p> There are loads of airlines, loyalty programs, and credit cards out there. If you want to travel first class without paying tons of money, it’s likely going to take some planning.  </p> <p> You can start by considering where you want to travel and seeing which airlines fly there. Then search for a credit card that earns rewards for those airlines. </p> <p> For example, if you find American Airlines flies to your dream destination, it could make sense to consider credit cards that earn American miles. </p> <p> <strong>Pro tip: </strong>The <a href="https://financebuzz.com/credit-cards-for-international-travel?utm_source=msn&utm_medium=feed&synd_slide=3&synd_postid=11934&synd_backlink_title=best+credit+cards+for+international+travel&synd_backlink_position=5&synd_slug=credit-cards-for-international-travel">best credit cards for international travel</a> tend to earn flexible rewards that you can transfer to a number of different airline loyalty programs. </p>

Do your research

There are loads of airlines, loyalty programs, and credit cards out there. If you want to travel first class without paying tons of money, it’s likely going to take some planning.

You can start by considering where you want to travel and seeing which airlines fly there. Then search for a credit card that earns rewards for those airlines.

For example, if you find American Airlines flies to your dream destination, it could make sense to consider credit cards that earn American miles.

Pro tip: The best credit cards for international travel tend to earn flexible rewards that you can transfer to a number of different airline loyalty programs.

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Book flights well in advance

There are limited seats on every flight, and only a small number (if any) are in the first-class section.

That means if you want to guarantee you get a first-class seat on your preferred flight, it makes sense to book early.

Note that you can typically book around 330-360 days in advance, depending on the airline.

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<p> Top travel destinations tend to have high and low seasons for visitors.  </p> <p> If you want to travel during the high season, expect fuller flights and potentially no first-class seat availability.  </p> <p> If you can be flexible with your travel, there’s a higher probability of finding available seats, including in first-class sections, on different flights. </p>

Be flexible with your date

Top travel destinations tend to have high and low seasons for visitors.

If you want to travel during the high season, expect fuller flights and potentially no first-class seat availability.

If you can be flexible with your travel, there’s a higher probability of finding available seats, including in first-class sections, on different flights.

<p> Traveling to nearby airports for your outbound or return flights could provide you with more opportunities to find first-class seat availability.  </p> <p> For example, say you want to end up in Barcelona, but there’s more first-class availability on flights to Madrid. If you have the flexibility, you could book a premium flight to Madrid and then hop on a quick, cheap flight to Barcelona. </p>

Be flexible with your itinerary

Traveling to nearby airports for your outbound or return flights could provide you with more opportunities to find first-class seat availability.

For example, say you want to end up in Barcelona, but there’s more first-class availability on flights to Madrid. If you have the flexibility, you could book a premium flight to Madrid and then hop on a quick, cheap flight to Barcelona.

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Build loyalty with an airline

Some of the best airline credit cards could help you earn elite status with different airlines.

Why is that important? Because holding elite status with certain loyalty programs could get you complimentary upgrades to better seats on your flights.

And, yes, it’s possible to receive a complimentary upgrade to a first-class seat.

<p> Depending on the airline, you might have the opportunity to bid on premium seat upgrades after purchasing a ticket. </p> <p> You typically receive an email that offers you the opportunity to bid on an upgrade. You might also be able to initiate the bidding process through your booking on the airline’s website.  </p>

Bid on seats

Depending on the airline, you might have the opportunity to bid on premium seat upgrades after purchasing a ticket.

You typically receive an email that offers you the opportunity to bid on an upgrade. You might also be able to initiate the bidding process through your booking on the airline’s website.

<p> In some cases, you might find golden opportunities to upgrade your fare at a discounted rate during the booking process.  </p> <p> For example, you might choose an economy fare and then have the opportunity to upgrade to a first-class fare at a lower price than usual.  </p> <p> Of course, you still need to decide whether the discounted upgrade is worth it. </p>

Upgrade during booking

In some cases, you might find golden opportunities to upgrade your fare at a discounted rate during the booking process.

For example, you might choose an economy fare and then have the opportunity to upgrade to a first-class fare at a lower price than usual.

Of course, you still need to decide whether the discounted upgrade is worth it.

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Upgrade at check-in

Upgrades are commonly offered during check-in if there’s still premium seat availability.

This is because it’s worth it for the airline to make a little extra money on seats that would otherwise remain empty.

If you’re lucky, you might have the chance to upgrade your seat at a fraction of the price during the check-in process.

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<p> First-class travel is about more than sitting in a premium seat; it’s also about elevating the actual airport experience. </p> <p> To avoid sitting in loud and busy airport waiting areas, look into getting complimentary airport lounge access with your credit card. Depending on the lounge, you could enjoy free food and drinks while relaxing in a more comfortable setting. </p>

Get complimentary lounge access with a credit card

First-class travel is about more than sitting in a premium seat; it’s also about elevating the actual airport experience.

To avoid sitting in loud and busy airport waiting areas, look into getting complimentary airport lounge access with your credit card. Depending on the lounge, you could enjoy free food and drinks while relaxing in a more comfortable setting.

<p> If premium seat availability is low for your preferred travel dates, consider flying separately from friends and family. You can meet up with each other at your final destination </p> <p> This might not work out in every situation, such as traveling with kids, but it could open up opportunities for you and someone else to both get first-class seats on different flights. </p>

Consider traveling separately

If premium seat availability is low for your preferred travel dates, consider flying separately from friends and family. You can meet up with each other at your final destination

This might not work out in every situation, such as traveling with kids, but it could open up opportunities for you and someone else to both get first-class seats on different flights.

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Ask for an open seat

Flights don’t always fill up, which means the first-class section could have a few open seats after the plane doors are closed and before you take off. At this moment, you could ask a flight attendant if you can take one of those open seats.

It’s a bit brazen, but it could score you a free upgrade to first class.

<p> Airlines often sell too many seats on a given flight, which results in gate agents asking for volunteers to bump themselves from the flight, typically in exchange for compensation.  </p> <p> You could take the bump and put the compensation, such as travel credit or a gift card, toward a first-class upgrade on your next flight.  </p> <p> You could also try negotiating with the gate agent that you’ll agree to be bumped for compensation and a guarantee that you get a premium seat on the next available flight. </p>

Get bumped on oversold flights

Airlines often sell too many seats on a given flight, which results in gate agents asking for volunteers to bump themselves from the flight, typically in exchange for compensation.

You could take the bump and put the compensation, such as travel credit or a gift card, toward a first-class upgrade on your next flight.

You could also try negotiating with the gate agent that you’ll agree to be bumped for compensation and a guarantee that you get a premium seat on the next available flight.

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Receive flight alerts

If you have a tough time finding first-class availability for your preferred travel destination, use flight alerts to know when availability opens up.

Tools like ExpertFlyer and SeatSpy let you search for flight availability and set alerts for seat availability on certain routes.

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Easiest Trading Post Tasks to Complete the Traveler's Log - March 2024

Easiest tasks - march 2024.

  • As easy as visiting the Barber.
  • Requires spending a total of 25 gold at flight masters and other transport services.
  • Dragonflight flight paths are the most expensive and probably the easiest way to do this. For example, Wingrest Embassy, The Waking Shores to Azure Archives, Azure Span is about 9 gold per trip.
  • Requires sampling 5 of the Ruby Feast's foods. Every day, new foods can be sampled in Valdrakken at /way #2112 61.1 10.7. You can also purchase Ruby Feast food from Coulisa at /way #2112 60.6 16.0.
  • If you don't have the S.E.L.F.I.E. camera, talk to Arielle Snapflash in Stormwind or Vivica Starshot in Orgrimmar.
  • Emote /bow or /curtsey at 3 nobles in the Court of Stars.
  • Requires flipping the Hearthstone Board toy inside the Missing Hinge Inn in Azure Span. (/way #2024 18.7 24.4)
  • The toy can be purchased from Benjamin Brode in the Warlords of Draenor Level 3 Garrison. It costs 1000 gold.
  • Requires defeating Echo of Doragosa while wearing a Tuxedo shirt, jacket, and pants.
  • The Black Tuxedo Pants and White Tuxedo Shirt are Noblegarden items that can be bought and sold on the Auction House. Using the transmog of these items counts towards the task, but you still need to wear a jacket.
  • The Tuxedo Jacket , Tuxedo Pants , and Tuxedo Shirt are Classic Tailoring items that can be bought and sold on the Auction House. The pants and jacket are cloth items, so require a cloth user to transmog.
  • With follower dungeons, this task should be achievable on any character - even if it means having to equip the Tuxedo Jacket on a non-cloth wearer.
  • Infinitea - To obtain this tea, you want to borrow Melly's Metronographer+++ from Melly Teletone (requires completing an extremely short questline if you haven't before) and use it near Bartender Bob . This will spawn Bartender Blob who sells the tea. If you haven't yet, you can also use this tea to obtain a toy .
  • Slumbering Peacebloom Tea is made with cooking and can be bought and sold on the Auction House.
  • Lemon Silverleaf Tea & Cinna-Cinderbloom Tea are available at the Ruby Feast in Valdrakken. (If they're not up, they should be there on day one for any alt character that hasn't started The Ruby Feast! yet.)
  • Emerald Dreamtime can be purchased from Kritha in Valdrakken's secret inn , the Dragon's Hoard. To access this inn, emote /bow or /kneel at the Odd Statue in the back of the Roasted Ram Inn.
  • Only requires completing 2 races on challenge mode.
  • This event is the second last boss of Karazhan. The easiest way to solo is to control the queen and use it to kill the enemy side's king.
  • Only requires completing 10 quests.
  • The fastest option here is to just level one of these classes through Exile's Reach.
  • Dream Warden reputation is the easiest to earn yet. All it involves is planting some Dreamseeds and participating in a Seedbloom.
  • There are many to choose from and groups are always up.
  • Digs are up every hour on the half-hour. You 50 points for the first dig and another 150 for completing 5.

Additional Easy Activities

  • As easy as visiting a Rostrtum of Trasnformation.
  • Defeating 5 Raid Bosses rewards 50 points and defeating 20 rewards another 100 points.
  • Obtaining 400 Flightstones rewards 100 points, and upgrading gear five times with Flightstones rewards another 100 points.
  • Completing 5, 10, and 25 World Quests rewards 50, 50, and 100 Points respectively.
  • Completing 10, 25, and 50 quests rewards 100 Points each. World quests count.
  • Completing two weekly crafting quests rewards 100 points and fulfilling 10 crafting orders rewards another 200 points

Comment by dahihe

INB4 mouse is not worth it

Comment by Zimerita

sure. i did nothing and still got my 1k points. your guide with EASY tasks under 100 points as a reward are waste of time.

Comment by Sturmblut

*win 15 pet battles Takes like 1 minute if you just kill level 1 pets in Og or sw

Comment by FlipMethod

*win 15 pet battles Takes like 1 minute if you just kill level 1 pets in Og or sw they leave it out every month. it seriously is the easiest of them all.

Comment by Bulgos

I just did some wq and somehow got 1k points xd This guide is worthless :p

Suramar quests retroactively count, just log in on acharacter that did the quest back in Legion

Comment by Delacour

I cancelled my flight a few times and only had to go to a couple of different stops to get the 25g done. It takes the gold on flight start, not flight end.

Comment by Sajakain

Just completed Algeth'ar Academy with the follower dungeon system. - Tuxedo Shirt transmogged ( If you search White Tuxedo Shirt, it defaults to the "Tuxedo Shirt" ) - Black Tuxedo Pants transmogged - Tuxedo Jacket (worn) Credit was not given for the task after killing the last boss.

Comment by Mwar

Just completed Algeth'ar Academy with the follower dungeon system. - Tuxedo Shirt transmogged ( If you search White Tuxedo Shirt, it defaults to the "Tuxedo Shirt" ) - Black Tuxedo Pants transmogged - Tuxedo Jacket (worn) Credit was not given for the task after killing the last boss. Why the hell would you expect it to?

Comment by Vittorino

Just completed Algeth'ar Academy with the follower dungeon system. - Tuxedo Shirt transmogged ( If you search White Tuxedo Shirt, it defaults to the "Tuxedo Shirt" ) - Black Tuxedo Pants transmogged - Tuxedo Jacket (worn) Credit was not given for the task after killing the last boss. Why the hell would you expect it to? Maybe it has something to do with this little block of text under the task With follower dungeons, this task should be achievable on any character - even if it means having to equip the Tuxedo Jacket on a non-cloth wearer.

Comment by Richmond79

ty for the guide - I know the points come quickly just from playing anyway, but I like these little lists of random stuff to do as a distraction - and these guides help me each month.

Comment by CognateClockwork

Just completed Algeth'ar Academy with the follower dungeon system. - Tuxedo Shirt transmogged ( If you search White Tuxedo Shirt, it defaults to the "Tuxedo Shirt" ) - Black Tuxedo Pants transmogged - Tuxedo Jacket (worn) Credit was not given for the task after killing the last boss. Why the hell would you expect it to? Maybe it has something to do with this little block of text under the task With follower dungeons, this task should be achievable on any character - even if it means having to equip the Tuxedo Jacket on a non-cloth wearer. Same thing here, followed the advice in the article, didn't get credit as a leather wearer.

Comment by icemanjmw

*win 15 pet battles Takes like 1 minute if you just kill level 1 pets in Og or sw they leave it out every month. it seriously is the easiest of them all. I don’t know why I look at this article every month, just playing I get it in a couple days without “focusing,” on anything in particular. And the ones they list aren’t even the easiest, like you said the pet battle is an example of super quick. How is leveling a class 10 times listed lol that’s easy but time consuming. Same with Chess, unless you’re already doing Kara weekly the time to get to chess isn’t worth it.

Comment by Voniazmogis

Quick question, why would anyone ever log in if they've missed a month of FOMO with the Trading Post?

Comment by ToviValdora

Suramar quests retroactively count, just log in on acharacter that did the quest back in Legion And if you skipped Legion or are new, WQ do count. That's how I completed this objective today.

Just completed Algeth'ar Academy with the follower dungeon system. - Tuxedo Shirt transmogged ( If you search White Tuxedo Shirt, it defaults to the "Tuxedo Shirt" ) - Black Tuxedo Pants transmogged - Tuxedo Jacket (worn) Credit was not given for the task after killing the last boss. Why the hell would you expect it to? Maybe it has something to do with this little block of text under the task With follower dungeons, this task should be achievable on any character - even if it means having to equip the Tuxedo Jacket on a non-cloth wearer. Same thing here, followed the advice in the article, didn't get credit as a leather wearer. I never said that Wowhead was right about it, just that Sajakain had reason to believe that the Follower dungeon would work.

Comment by avatarofshadow

this one took me the longest, but I still got it done in one day. I don't like this month's color, or the mount, so I still have 540 left over. That 10 credit anniversary item is messing me up. I'll never be able to spend that 40 leftover credits.

Comment by Schattensang

*win 15 pet battles Takes like 1 minute if you just kill level 1 pets in Og or sw they leave it out every month. it seriously is the easiest of them all. I don’t know why I look at this article every month, just playing I get it in a couple days without “focusing,” on anything in particular. And the ones they list aren’t even the easiest, like you said the pet battle is an example of super quick. How is leveling a class 10 times listed lol that’s easy but time consuming. Same with Chess, unless you’re already doing Kara weekly the time to get to chess isn’t worth it. I was just looking at the tasks they have written up this time, and I really had a good laugh with them. Because there are a total of 70 activities for this month. With 27 of them behind timed events. And this article described 28 activities. And they of course left out all the limited time activities. And for some reason all the pet battle and PvP ones, even tho there are quite some short and lucrative ones as well. So they just threw in 80% of the PvE, not time-limited activities from the Traveler's Log. Basically just... writing down most of the thing.

Comment by tooltip

As a reminder: The White Tuxedo Shirt has been bugged since patch 9.0.2, which removed the appearance from players' collections and rendered the item unable to be transmogrified into / out of.  (It can still be equipped if you have the item in your bags, of course.) And for some reason all the pet battle and PvP ones, even tho there are quite some short and lucrative ones as well. Playing devil's advocate: PvP and pet battling are niche activities (the latter more so than the former, but still).  And I say this as a player who both strongly dislikes PvP and has a collection of 1,614 rare-quality battle pets at level 25. So it's about the more general and thus likelier to be done activities.

Comment by 5ive

For the flight path achievement, you can start flying to the Azure Span, but then cancel it to land at the nearest flight master. You lose the money, but don't have to wait for the flight to finish. Repeat.

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    1: Off-kilter genius at Delicatessen: Brain pâté with kefir butter and young radishes served mezze-style, and the caviar and tartare pizza. Head for Food City. You might think that calling Food City (Фуд Сити), an agriculture depot on the outskirts of Moscow, a "city" would be some kind of hyperbole. It is not.