First Class vs Economy: A Realistic Comparison for Travelers

Most advice about first class vs economy starts with legroom, meals, and lie-flat beds. That's the wrong starting point. The better question is whether the fare reflects genuine value or an airline's attempt to charge the highest price its booking system thinks you'll tolerate. I've booked both cabins often enough to know the uncomfortable truth: first class can be a game changer on a long overnight flight, and it...