Sometimes I check in and magically get bumped up to a suite. Other times nada. Is there a trick to consistently score upgrades? Status, timing, or just luck?

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I always just ask nicely, even if I have lower status. It usually gets me a little something at least

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Echoing PWC1, being polite and friendly goes a long way.

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