Notes from the front cabin, based on trips I actually took.

My own notes on what matters when I travel up front: what I noticed, what I would do differently, what was worth it. Personal experience from real trips I paid for myself, across dozens of business class flights on 20+ airlines.

July 30, 2026

Bilt Palladium to Air France Gold: Claim It the Day You Qualify

Air France charges for seat selection even in business class. Flying Blue Gold waives that fee, but the Bilt upgrade is not instant.

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Written by a frequent traveler with dozens of business class flights across 20+ airlines. Every note comes from a real trip I paid for myself.