Hacking travel: How to access business class without the loyalty status

Let our editors take the stress out of travel ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ [Matador]( [first class airplane seats]( How to Hack Your Way Into Business Class Without Top-Tier Loyalty Status Hi there, The Matador Network team is dedicated to publishing inspirational, on-the-ground stories and guides about where to travel. But we are equally dedicated to helping you travel better. Every Wednesday, we'll send you a mix of stories that cover our favorite travel tips, first-hand tests of travel gear, and, yes, fact checking which of those viral travel hacks actually work and which are all hot air. This week, we’re looking at how to get into business class without airline status, a travel scam targeting people who have complained about airline issues on social media, and the best way to skip airport security lines at major airports. Plus, two small purchases that will make your next flight all the more enjoyable — even if you’re stuck in the middle seat. Have a travel hack you’ve been curious about? Or maybe one that you swear by and think more people should be aware of? Let us know and our team may look into it for a future story. [Nickolaus Hines]( Managing editor [HOW TO HACK BUSINESS CLASS]( Ultimate Travel Hacks Our weekly guide to take the headache out of travel. [waiting in security line]( The 20 Airports Where You Can Skip the Security Line For Free by Reserving Ahead You won't have to show up hours early for your flight anymore. [READ MORE]( [walking to airplane outside]( You'll Soon Be Able to Pool United Miles for Your Next Group Trip You can now share your points with your family. [READ MORE]( [sitting down on a computer]( New Study Found the Best, and Worst, Airport WiFi in North America Not all airport WiFi is created equal. [READ MORE]( [on phone in airport]( Scammers Are Targeting People Who Complain About Air Travel Issues on X Posing as fake airline customer service representatives. [READ MORE]( [on app on phone]( This Free Airline App Will Automatically Move You to Your Favorite Seat This airline announced an update that now allows users to get their favorite seat, even if it wasn't available while booking. [READ MORE]( [sleeping on a plane]( My Favorite Under-$20 Hack for Making Every Flight More Comfortable And it doesn't take up any space. [READ MORE]( [preclearance]( All the Airports With US Preclearance: Could Edinburgh Be Next? Save hours skipping customs. [READ MORE]( [cruise package]( Why You Should Always Buy the All-Inclusive Cruise Package Here's why it's worth it. [READ MORE]( [AirFly Pro]( AirFly Pro Is the Best $50 I've Ever Spent on a Travel Accessory It pairs with all wireless headphones. [READ MORE]( Gear Up Discover our favorite top tech and travel gear essentials. [hardshell luggage]( This Roller Bag Provides More Space Than Other Carry-On Hardshells [EXPLORE]( [backpack on a mountain]( There Are Too Many Travel Backpacks. The Perfect Options Already Exist. [EXPLORE]( [Open email in your web browser]( EXPLORE THE WORLD WITH MATADOR — FOLLOW US HERE [Facebook]( [Youtube]( [Instagram]( [TikTok]( [Pinterest]( [Linkedin]( [X.com]( [Threads]( [Update your email frequency and topic preferences here](. [Unsubscribe from our newsletter]( - we'll be here when you need us! Copyright © 2024 Matador Network, All rights reserved. Our mailing address is: Matador Network, PO Box 7775, Suite 40021, San Francisco, CA 94120, United States