I'll never forget the first and only time I've flown first class. It was an amazing experience and one I hope to enjoy again in the future. I had been on my 2nd epic road trip, where I'd spent the last week exploring Yellowstone National Park and parts of Montana. My flight home had a layover in Colorado before heading on the last bit back to Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport. I was at my gate well before the flight was scheduled to depart and had been just relaxing and waiting for our turn to board when an announcement came over the speakers. Upgrades to first class were being offered for just $100.
At that point, I'd come in under budget on my trip and realized that wasn't likely something I'd have the opportunity and finances to do, so I jumped in and splurged. The experience was amazing.
We boarded the plane first, then as other passengers were getting onto the plane, we were already being offered snacks and beverage service. I was amazed when I ordered water and they gave me an actual glass cup and the full bottle. Then they held up a basket of full snack-sized crackers and cookies to select from.
I was so jazzed from this alone, then I realized the size of my tray and my seat area. I was able to place my glass and snack on my tray and still had room for my full-sized notebook and book I'd been editing. Nothing quite screams, first time first class passenger than someone who pulls out their phone to take a picture of the tray that fits everything.
I couldn't help but laugh to myself when the person sitting next to me gave me a bit of side-eye. I can only imagine what they were thinking. Honestly, I didn't care. I just popped in my headphones, opened my snack-sized bag of Wheat Thins, poured my water into the glass, and enjoyed the ride.
It was only an hour or so long, but the experience will stick with me for a long time. Perhaps, one day I'll be able to do a longer first-class flight. Maybe I'll plan that into a budget for a future trip overseas or back east. Who knows?
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