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I was a check-in agent and this is how you can get a flight upgrade - but there's a catch

During my time as a check-in agent at one of the world’s busiest airports, I saw first hand how some passengers get 'free upgrades'. Here’s how you might be able to do it too

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The little Cornwall seaside town named one of UK’s 7 best with a direct train from London

The little Cornwall seaside town named one of UK’s 7 best with a direct train from London

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Travel chaos in Spain as theft delays thousands of train passengers

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The five-day trek in the Guatemalan jungle that’s worth every blister

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I’ve visited 100 countries but always go back to these Spanish islands – they love Brits & have the best food & beaches

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‘It’s an overlooked gem for cheap luxury’ – the African lagoon island with four-star hotels for £50 a night

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The UK’s ‘Hawaii of the North’ that gets 240 hours of sunshine in May

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People can't believe 'mini Maldives' with stunning beaches is actually in Europe

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Deep in the Cotswolds, I found the hotel of every history lover’s dreams

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The once thriving European seaside town 'left to rot' is now haven for dark tourism

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You can get up to 50% off 500 UK attractions this summer by being ‘good’

You can get up to 50% off 500 UK attractions this summer by being ‘good’

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I was a check-in agent and this is how you can get a flight upgrade - but there's a catch

I was a check-in agent and this is how you can get a flight upgrade - but there's a catch

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The beautiful seaside village that's 'Caribbean of Europe' with golden sand and 30C heat

The beautiful seaside village that's 'Caribbean of Europe' with golden sand and 30C heat

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The pretty UK county with only one train station in it

The pretty UK county with only one train station in it

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World’s oldest bridge that's still standing after 3,354 years

World’s oldest bridge that's still standing after 3,354 years

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Pretty little UK seaside village with mini railway and huge 3-mile beach

Pretty little UK seaside village with mini railway and huge 3-mile beach

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'I visited a pretty Italian city famous for a dish that doesn't really exist - I loved it'

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Spain's best seaside city named and you can fly there for just £50

Spain's best seaside city named and you can fly there for just £50

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Tenerife panicking as holiday bookings 'slump' after tourists in Spain told to 'go home'

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Jeremy Clarkson admits he's 'ripe' for it as he weighs in on 'city-wide' scam

Jeremy Clarkson admits he's 'ripe' for it as he weighs in on 'city-wide' scam

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I stayed in my own castle in the middle of the sea for just £23 a night & ate oysters from the beach for dinner

I stayed in my own castle in the middle of the sea for just £23 a night & ate oysters from the beach for dinner

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Greek hidden gems include 'floating village' and 'some of the best beaches in the world'

Greek hidden gems include 'floating village' and 'some of the best beaches in the world'

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Travel agent shares how to visit 2 European destinations for under £100

Travel agent shares how to visit 2 European destinations for under £100

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Greek hidden gems include 'floating village' where 'time slows down' and wild pig island

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The African city named the 'best' place to visit on planet Earth

The African city named the 'best' place to visit on planet Earth

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The pretty little UK seaside town with blue water and 'one of the best pubs in the world'

The pretty little UK seaside town with blue water and 'one of the best pubs in the world'

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The European country taken off US visa-free travel list

The European country taken off US visa-free travel list

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UK seaside town named one of the best places to live where locals once foiled a French invasion

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Seaside town among UK’s cheapest to visit sees £16m upgrade to promenade – including leisure centre and town hall update

Seaside town among UK’s cheapest to visit sees £16m upgrade to promenade – including leisure centre and town hall update

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Foreign Office issues Portugal travel safety alert

Foreign Office issues Portugal travel safety alert

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The deadline to get a REAL ID for flying is fast approaching. What you need to know

The deadline to get a REAL ID for flying is fast approaching. What you need to know

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Brits going on holiday hit with extra charge for passport mistake

Brits going on holiday hit with extra charge for passport mistake

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Air travel chaos as United Airlines cuts 35 daily flights from airport

Air travel chaos as United Airlines cuts 35 daily flights from airport

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What it’s like to visit Rome ahead of conclave

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Students cancel summer travel plans after Trump’s visa crackdown

Students cancel summer travel plans after Trump’s visa crackdown

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Bucket and spades at the ready – our travel team choose their favourite beaches in the UK

Bucket and spades at the ready – our travel team choose their favourite beaches in the UK

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Exotic ‘bioluminescent’ island that wants to be the next Maldives has beautiful new resort

Exotic ‘bioluminescent’ island that wants to be the next Maldives has beautiful new resort

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Hidden UK beach with 'Caribbean' vibes and crystal-clear water that rivals Spain's Costa Brava

Hidden UK beach with 'Caribbean' vibes and crystal-clear water that rivals Spain's Costa Brava

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Five best Scottish seafood shacks with scenic walks to enjoy nearby

Five best Scottish seafood shacks with scenic walks to enjoy nearby

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Beautiful country park 15 minutes from seaside where Agatha Christie was a regular visitor

Britain's best 16 seaside towns picked by US website and 4 are in one county

Britain's best 16 seaside towns picked by US website and 4 are in one county

Jet2 makes major change to drinks on flights from May

Jet2 makes major change to drinks on flights from May

I thought bird-watching was for pensioners until I flew 8,000 miles from home

I thought bird-watching was for pensioners until I flew 8,000 miles from home

The lesser-known Greek ‘floating village’ with return flights for just £100

The lesser-known Greek ‘floating village’ with return flights for just £100

French seaside town once the ‘Pearl of the Atlantic’ that now looks more like Brazil

French seaside town once the ‘Pearl of the Atlantic’ that now looks more like Brazil

9 reasons a Galapagos cruise should be on every travel bucket list

9 reasons a Galapagos cruise should be on every travel bucket list

I'm a cruise expert and I always ask cabin attendants for four things

I'm a cruise expert and I always ask cabin attendants for four things

Ryanair confirms why flight and baggage prices can suddenly rise while booking

Ryanair confirms why flight and baggage prices can suddenly rise while booking

Huge European country loved by Brits confirms date for new airport rules

Huge European country loved by Brits confirms date for new airport rules

British expat reveals the 1 extremely common mistake people make before moving to Spain

British expat reveals the 1 extremely common mistake people make before moving to Spain

‘Cash’ warning issued to UK tourists going to France this summer 'at all times'

‘Cash’ warning issued to UK tourists going to France this summer 'at all times'

Avoid, avoid, avoid: the three major threats you should be aware of this summer

Avoid, avoid, avoid: the three major threats you should be aware of this summer

Jet2 passengers warned of little-known rule over changing seats before boarding

Jet2 passengers warned of little-known rule over changing seats before boarding

Huge European town with major attraction for families just 6-hours from UK

Huge European town with major attraction for families just 6-hours from UK

Beautiful little seaside village with winding streets and stunning marina

Beautiful little seaside village with winding streets and stunning marina

The beautiful Italian city named one of the world's 'best' and without crowds of tourists

The beautiful Italian city named one of the world's 'best' and without crowds of tourists

Cheapest dates to book your summer holiday this year — and it's not May

Cheapest dates to book your summer holiday this year — and it's not May

Historical UK city named worst place for a short break despite 'amazing' cathedral

Historical UK city named worst place for a short break despite 'amazing' cathedral

'I own holiday villas on a stunning crowd-free Caribbean island that no-one has heard of'

'I own holiday villas on a stunning crowd-free Caribbean island that no-one has heard of'

Baggage handler names the type of suitcase least likely to be damaged while travelling

Baggage handler names the type of suitcase least likely to be damaged while travelling

I lived in this underrated Scandinavian city - this is what London could learn

I lived in this underrated Scandinavian city - this is what London could learn