I've been researching flights for an upcoming work trip, and my company said I could upgrade if I cover the difference. Out of curiosity, I checked business class prices and nearly fell off my chair! We're talking 5-7x the cost of economy for the same route.
I see people on social media casually posting about their business class experiences like it's no big deal. How?? I make decent money, my partner and I both work, no major debt, and I still can't wrap my head around dropping that much extra just for a more comfortable seat and better food.
Are there insider tricks I'm missing? Do people use points exclusively? Corporate accounts? Win the lottery?
Genuinely curious - is the experience actually worth 5-7x the price, or is this just something wealthy people do without thinking twice? Would love to hear from anyone who's found a way to make this work without selling a kidney!