TRYING TO GET A FREE EMIRATES UPGRADE TO DUBAI

[@Oceansta]

Step #1 of getting a free upgrade : wear a suit - not kidding! And being well-groomed only boosts your chances further. The airline staff doesn't want a full-fare paying business class guest to have to sit next to a backpacker in shorts, flip flops and a hoodie - they would rather that seat goes empty. I got this tip from an actual pilot who always carries a suit with him. when he's flying off duty for personal trips.

[@patrickgallagher213]

I like that Simon is aware of is surroundings and is very thankful person. Especially experiencing what it's like having not to be able to spend any $$$ to purchase for good and services. Love his confidence and ability to use the Law of attraction into practice!!!

[@walkwithjonas7920]

Not quite sure about that. There’s plenty of flip flop people in business class as well - wearing just their holiday outfit

[@tonygareth221]

Makes sense and I believe it. However, the last time i got business class there were people dressed very casual so

[@wackojacko123]

an actual pilot??

[@leithfallon8719]

Just wear Gucci,air pods and balenciagas Simple

[@daimin1]

I remember i got an free upgrade with Emirates to business class from Dubai to Manila for free, and i didn't even asked for it. It happened unexpectedly when i arrived at the gate and i presented my boarding pass, normally there is a green light at the check in machine when they scan the boarding pass, but at mine that machine gave a red light that day, then the ground staff lady said well i have good news for you, you'll be flying business class today! Never forget that moment, it was awesome!

[@fransarj]

Jeroen Laus are you a frequent flier? Or did you check in online?

[@daimin1]

@Fransarj I am not that much of a frequent flyer that time, roughly 2x times a year that moment, though, the more often you fly with an airline the more benefits you can get with them.. For example such as by joining a frequent fly program u have a higher chance to receive complimentary upgrades, to business class which was in my case.. and/or receive free lounge acces at the airport, priority baggage delivery etc etc..

[@arojy1]

what happened with you is very logical. Airlines do sell tickets more than the seats available. So when it happens that all of them show up, they offer the last ones showing up either a business class seat, if not available then another ticket in another flight with accommodation at the airport. So, you got pretty lucky that day.

[@hello-ge5kw]

infinitiy last two times I flied with Emirates I had to wait over 5 hours for the next flight because the overbook too much

[@Dedess11]

infinitiy not really I got a upgrade from business to first class from Dubai to Toronto , it’s all about the way you look ( if man look smart and nice ) like wear blazer not too formal but be nice looking and have a welcoming face and the most important u need to be a member on that airline and a loyal to them always fly with them , And one day soon u will get it

[@TheQ65q]

lol that fake phone call is neat

[@aviationnewswithme9565]

rather a cheating.

[@Neylena]

Jesus Christ - I can't even imagine having this kind of Confidence. I was getting anxious for you haha

[@drilah4246]

waffle

[@jermainer1923]

Waffle wth 😹

[@ItsLevelx]

This Is Next level Begging 😂😂😂

[@hectorbelmonte2988]

Worth a try. I once heard a celebrity say that "people don't get what they want, because they don't ask for it."

[@lordcolby5010]

If you flew with Emirates all the time, you wouldn't of been checking in at the economy desk irrespective of your class of travel. Plus the agent didn't acknowledge you as a frequent flier (it all comes up in the computer with your miles balance & staus) so he probably didn't care. The place to get an upgrade is with the gate agent as they control the flight load. Dressing the part is also part of the criteria for an upgrade. However, I agree that there is no harm in trying lol.

[@PeterParker-hf8ok]

Hi you mean to say i shoulf board last then ?

[@kylejonas3875]

One time I asked for an upgrade and the gate agents laughed at me

[@AlecMS]

Lmao

[@tikycz8261]

Tbh at that point they should fired him

[@FlyCruiseStay]

Usually, asking the question with a polite smile 'do I qualify for a free upgrade please' never really works just on it's own. It's how you are dressed as well as frequent flyer status and whether the flight is over sold in economy class or not. The airline's loyal frequent flyers will be the ones to receive a complimentary upgrade, then it is based on the fare and ticket class paid.

[@just_jess_endbullyingnow5899]

I could have told you - it’s Emirate’s policy not to give free upgrades. An Emirates employee faces being fired if they give a free upgrade.

[@kosmickosm771]

Next time on Simon Wilson: *walks into Lamborghini* Simon: Hey so I bought an Aventador on you website for delivery but I never received it

[@th3undrgk1ng]

If only i had the balls you got i would be eating free meals everyday for the rest of my life

[@AKS786.]

Yes men .. he is so smart !! I also wish I had That Balls to do something like that

[@weird.6262]

You could try and make a friend at the airport who flies 1st class and when you get there ask the person at the desk or in the Airplane if you can fly 1st class aswell because they are...

[@tonebanderas]

watching this, always makes me realizing that if i had been working smarter rather than harder, i would be in a different level in my life

[@1291sgtscream]

I tried to get an upgrade in an empty Emirates plane between Dxb and Gva. The stewardess looked at me and told me right in the face that it was to expensive for me and that my seat was good enough

[@rhysturner3796]

A video stealing food then hassling people to get a seat that you didn't pay for

[@MK-tx6te]

hah so bitter

[@thechefferg]

In all his videos he donates the cost of tickets to charity and for the Disneyland video he doubles it, he does a lot of work for charity and helps a lot of homeless people too

[@Fkacu]

@@thechefferg so he did robin hood things? cool

[@gijoe5313]

Rule #1 of getting free upgrade: never ask for a free upgrade

[@adi6315]

I was flying Business class on the A380 from Toronto to Dubai during the height of the pandemic. I asked for a complimentary upgrade, at first he tried saying for $600 he would do it for me and my dad(pretty cheap) but we said so, we paid enough for the biz class fare. He just surprised us with first-class boarding passes, he didn't say anything, he just said enjoy your flight in Hindi (my home language) The plane was very empty in the economy, Business class and First was completely full so they were just bumping people up

[@soroushm2498]

@@adi6315 did you get to go to the lounge

[@Realistik69420]

@@adi6315 stop the cap

[@nisanur2443]

2:27 this was such a desperate move There is also a possibility to just pay for lounge access rather than sneaking in like a 10 year old. I feel like this is so disrespectful and unfair for the people that actually paid for this lounge. He does NOT deserve this.

[@erique_k]

You should've boarded last cuz that's when they check for upgrades

[@Emilyk1317]

TheFashionGeek i tried this before it really doesnt work

[@carolyns02]

Highlight of my day when I get a new notification. Keep it up! Really enjoying the daily blog :)

[@voidirocketleague4864]

carolyns02 same

[@Whenitraveltheworld]

A good attempt indeed, and don't take this the wrong way, I did enjoy the video, I'm trying to just shed light on upgrades, I'm sort of happy that airlines say NO to most people, or else no one would ever buy a business or first class ticket. Not only would it make the experience worth less, everyone would just be arguing with the staff saying they are the ones who deserve the free upgrade. If people stop buying business class tickets and all hope for the free update, eventually airlines will stop selling business class tickets and just pack in more economy at a higher price with a few extras added like lounges and more leg room. It goes for almost everything in life to be fair. A bad example is I want the better cut of steak in a restaurant, but I only want to pay for the steak sandwich and want the 50 quid Fillet. Do I keep asking the waiter until he gives in and gives it to me.

[@Fsrjtyttzma]

When I Travel The World Agreed.

[@Tiddyyyy]

However late I might be it’s worth mentioning that sometimes it’s better for airlines to offer upgrades as it saves them wasting money on the seat and losing out. It’s cheaper for them to waste an economy seat over a business one

[@vatd112]

Tiddy how's do they save wasting money if that person has already purchased a economy room

[@jalo7289]

Vatsal Doshi not all seats are taken all the time

[@loubot5000]

When I Travel The World

[@thefiestaguy8831]

Practically begging them for a free upgrade is completely and utterly the wrong way to do it, also airlines won't tend to just give out random free upgrades anymore, especially not to those without some form of loyalty or frequent flier status....

[@aminamousa]

This is hilarious. As EK crew I already knew before I pressed the play button that there was gonna be NO AND NO contiously😂. We get this every single day and it just keeps getting easier to say 'no, buddy, not today' 😂😂

[@Emilyk1317]

Nooooo 😫 give us hope

[@chrischurchill]

So good to hear!

[@ollievanstone4296]

You’re an EK crew? Wow!!

[@BarnaliD]

What's EK?

[@louier9033]

@@BarnaliD EK is the code for Emirates flights, say you're flying Emirates flight 713 (Dubai to Harare) it would be shortened to EK713

[@RobinsM]

Free upgrades are long gone. You either pay for an upgrade or the system chooses you by status level or credit card.

[@charlieclements1764]

It's actually terrible how you snuck into the lounge, not only is it rude, it's theft.

[@MK-tx6te]

you probably shout at people who drive 1pmh over the 30 speed limit, jesus. I am sure the huge company is going to be bankrupt by the theft of a breakfast that would have been left out all day anyway

[@matteomartini6322]

@@MK-tx6te Principle not impact

[@jakenolan1917]

None None not his fault the staff were incompetent and didn’t ask him for his pass so why wouldn’t he get some food? Stop bitching

[@ngunis4842]

And he recorded himself doing it

[@burntislandkiwi]

I've tried this many times on many occasions on numerous long haul flights. Even with Gold frequent flyer status you're placed on a "wait list" for upgrades but your number does occasionally come up. I did however once see a gentleman come into business class, find a free seat and plop his ass down. Crew ran with it and allowed it. I saw red and the 50k air miles I'd used seemed somewhat redundant. About 10 minutes later 4 crew approached him and requested he move back to his assigned seat.

[@Roni0683]

So you snitched

[@TravelWithBradley]

Jesus. Getting angry over another individual receiving things that you in the past didn't. If the world was full of people like you, we'd be fucked.

[@davidkn]

Cant say you didn't give it a good go! Emirates are notorious for expensive upgrades and no free ones though, so I really will be surprised if you manage it! I have been fortunate enough to fly first with them and had a shower on the plane, definitely a travel highlight for me!

[@zakaria_almo]

Simon Wilson what a lovely and genuine guy!❤

[@zidohd356]

Your a lad there is no question, the way you do all of this so effortlessly is brilliant!

[@lutontown5923]

Hes not a lad, he really isnt.

[@powxll7633]

Surely just walking into a private lounge is fraud? Idk

[@BobbyTMF]

Powxll fraud? What are you on about mate 😂 the airlines don’t care

[@thefiestaguy8831]

Technically correct, more "obtaining services by deception", but that's only if they ask him if he's business class or first class and he lies and says yes, and they neglect to check, if he hasn't been asked he hasn't really been dishonest with them so to speak.

[@stevenscales4328]

Your right, theft,

[@petrichor499]

@@thefiestaguy8831 Its called a con. There is a clear right and wrong. He knows he this is wrong.

[@kingdomrun]

I work at check in and it gets pretty tiring people trying to ask for free upgrades. If the flight is fully booked then it’s picked at random. Business and first class is airlines bread and butter.

[@abhinavgupta455]

I tried this when i was a new traveller. Works rarely. Now, i am just buying the better seats bcoz i have almost 15 years of flying behind me. Never going back to Economy again unless it's a short flight or it's the Emirates. Premium Economy and above for me now. Next up Business and then the Suite and Residence.

[@iplaydthis]

i'm at work today, all by myself.. Extremely busy morning.. but after 12 everything chilled so i decided to watch as much of your videos as i can (your enthusiasm makes me feel good about life and i'm in a rough spot of my life now so this helps a lot)..so, this is the second time i'm watching this video and the first thing i notice in the beginning of the video, you "tired" to get a free upgrade :)) Love your videos mate

[@alexanderboaza8900]

Good try, at least you got into the premium lounge. My first ever flight on Emirates they gave me a free upgrade to business class. I asked and they gave it straight away. Sometimes I think it depends on who serves you at the counter. You’ll get an upgrade one day on Emirates. Just keep trying.

[@MrMjizzz]

Lounges and business class exist to keep people like u away from first and business regulars

[@walkwithjonas7920]

Or maybe to get some good rest before the meeting starts next morning.

[@tomevans7698]

Your actually a legend props to you your living life

[@danielwortley2241]

2:15 just to be aware the Aspire lounge is quite expensive think it was around 50 pounds and it can get fully booked from time to time if your flying economy I would highly reccomend the escape lounge it’s pretty decent

[@JSANL]

try to get into the cockpit next time :P

[@BarnaliD]

I'm glad they didn't give you an upgrade. You seem like someone walking around trying to get freebies all day. The Emirates employees must have flagged you by the time you got to the gate and you don't even know it.

[@CN-kt7wl]

Kinda the point of his vlogs 😂

[@asadb1990]

the staff sounded desi or indian and they wouldn't give upgrades to their own mother.

[@AffanSyedx]

@@asadb1990 That was relatable mate😂

[@pareekhan5264]

@@asadb1990,right 😂😂😂

[@hussamather7419]

I remember getting randomly upgraded on the A380 with Emirates. I had 10kg over the allowance and they just asked would you like to be Upgraded...

[@yosquid9267]

Did u just fake a phone call and sneak into the aspire lounge and picked up a free meal,that part to me was not clear

[@abrahamrodriguezpineda1848]

yo, squid you gotta act like you belong there

[@JuanTu]

emirates crew are really friendly, i got an upgrade recently without using the mileage or paying anything extra. ☺️

[@brentkylegutierrez5663]

Hey Simon! How do you get good and nice audio quality, is it only cause of your always wearing a headset? Or something u use to. Maybe I should try that wearing headset all the time also, so cool when it comes to men style 😎

[@freestylmohammad]

Simon travel like boss he don't look exhausted at all cheers mate !

[@thomasgraal5497]

Full marks for perseverance!

[@kennethcoyne1739]

God loves a trier. Keep at it Si. You’ll do it.

[@ManuB3581]

I did not like this . Makes everyone who pays looks like a fool! Had this been a brown guy the comments also would have been very vitriolic . Just shows its people who are cheap rather than their nationality.

[@durnyvrutaal5892]

I was just telling my husband this. The video is funny. But if this guy was a black guy, people in the comment section would have draggggggggggged him. It is called #whiteprivilege

[@akshays3]

Exactly!!! Extremely unfair!!

[@allieharding4085]

Manu B how’re we making this about race???

[@Benplanes]

Here’s a tip if u want an upgrade then pay for one!!!! What makes u think u should have one for three when first and business pay thousands for one..

[@benglennon1635]

I flew out of Manchester 1 month ago and saw this video now, I also now realised he was the one who checked me in. Small world.

[@triplexhd3910]

A man of the people...brilliant

[@carlageee]

U get complementary upgrade when there is an overflow/over booking in economy class but there is priority. On top of the list are the frequent flyer members of the airline next are those passengers who paid higher ticket classes(although u booked the same cabin class you paid different price bcs of the ticket class) cheaper tickets means more restrictions like non refundable, no rebooking or when u ask for a more front row seat at check in counter agents can’t give those seats bcs it is blocked/not available for u ticket class.

[@deanbradshaw2379]

Love the channel mate Watching from Australia 🇦🇺 Good luck on that upgrade 👌🏼

[@AnastasiaDiscovery]

Simon, just keep doing your best and you will figure it out! Practice makes it perfect. I need to start practicing it too instead of suffering flying economy and feel sick after sitting continuously on a long flight.

[@loveunitedhateglazer7033]

Bro I love your vids,was up till 7am thus morning watching haha !! Love to meet you one day!

[@voidirocketleague4864]

Nice video man love your channel. Keep it up

[@craiglisting6663]

here's a tip: look presentable

[@glammapaki]

I worked as a check in agent and trust me check-in agents have no power in upgrading passengers

[@da5skillz609]

When you were in the queue pretending to be on the phone that was my nana 😂

[@nyonyopraia]

I admire your energy. Works most of the time ey.

[@yub2153]

Your literally AMAZING you never stop the greatness

[@martinl19]

Is it worth going through all that trouble just to get a ham and cheese sandwich and a cup of coffee?

[@jalo7289]

martinl19 did you see him hassle? it's better to try to not try. he's young he has all the time in his life

[@yoni8714]

Great content as always, as i said 100k by the end of the year!

[@Stephanie-tu7fg]

Gotta give it to you simon, you make me envious of your confidence. How did you get so good at this 😂😂?

[@sophieleishman5993]

I have flown first and business class on emirates it's amazing

[@Fsrjtyttzma]

Many years ago I used to pull all the stops from the old “limp” routine to the well dressed charmer, nowadays luckily I fly BC because I can afford to. Upgrades are prioritised for Gold and Silver members so it’s near impossible to get upgraded.. My best result was a BC upgrade with Qantas from London to Brisbane. I live in Dubai now for the past 12 years so it’s easier to build up the points using Emirates. Keep at it good show...lol.

[@dilshan7982]

This guy needs more recognition

[@farahama0]

Isn’t it ilegal to go in a lounge without permission?

[@allthewine]

No

[@Joeythegoats]

bruh no politics here

[@briancuthbert4508]

Ponce!! very much comes to mind!! 😯

[@mackan-kf4tg]

Just to be clear from the start, I have Elite Flyer status within Star Alliance (Gold Card holder) because I fly a lot with my job. Class-wise my flights are roughly a 50-50 split between Business Class and Premium Economy/Economy (it depends who’s paying, our company or our customers!!). Gotta say that I’m 50-50 on this trying to blag an upgrade milarky....I can see the fun (not to mention the challenge) in it, and I also agree with the old adage, ”don’t ask, don’t get”. It’s also a good thing to not be worried about getting a flat ”No” in your face sometimes in life!!😀👍🏻 On the other hand, chancers like this guy show their lack of ’flight hack’ know-how and a lack of basic knowledge about how airlines fill their different classes of seats. Putting the ’Chav’ airlines aside, every airline these days has an algorithm in their Checking-in and Boarding systems which recognises & notes each passenger’s Status and seniority (the number of years that the passenger has held that status) in that airline’s Loyalty Programme. This forms a queue on the flight manifest.....so a passenger that has held a Gold Card for 7 years will go above a passenger that has held a Gold Card for 6 years, etc. In other words, a non-status or low-status passenger has virtually NO chance of an upgrade on the large international carriers. I agree that it CAN happen.....but very, very rarely nowadays. By the way, coming out with stuff like ”I’ve got a lot of work and Emails to do” is NEVER going to cut it!! It’s extremely weak, and you’re gonna have to do a lot, lot better than that when chancing an upgrade!!😂😂😂✈️

[@davehedgehog4391]

"chav" You sound like a pompous prick.

[@hola542]

+

[@mackan-kf4tg]

@@user-ze9xw7ri9j It’s true that all the major airlines have offers from time-to-time and that includes upgrading as the flight gets closer to departure day. But almost without exception that would mean paying a fee or forfeiting points✈️

[@m.asquino7403]

I normally fly dxb to bkk, of course always emirates. EK374, EK375. I'm going to try for the upgrade

[@hpowell98]

This guy! Simon. Keep it up pal. Lovin your blag game.

[@ollievanstone4296]

Economy is still nice though. I’ve flown with emirates before, their economy is actually really neat.

[@careerstreet]

Brilliant.... looking forward to watching this week

[@edchiang]

Normally in one flight, there are so many many diamond, gold, silver members on a flight. It's almost rare for a gold card member to beg for an upgrade in a busy route, notwithstanding an average economy passenger who actually maybe paying a saving fare.......No harm of begging, but have to know where you are in the first place.

[@joemartintravel]

You make it look so easy to get into the lounges etc.

[@RCBEAST786]

you should claim skyward miles

[@adequateflyer7518]

Another fantastic video!

[@jacksycz]

You know, those upgrades are like 5-10 times the economy fare so it’s not easy. If you get in, I’d be suprised

[@siddhartha1503]

Haha your efforts are unimaginable brother. I hope I had even 50% of the confidence that you possess!

[@MotionzPrimeTime]

Love the daily content let's go !

[@oh-totoro]

I love to travel and I wish I could spend just a few days with you. I am totally the opposite of you when it comes to confidence. I suffer with severe confidence issues. A few weeks ago, I was in a McDonalds in Hong Hong (I'm from the UK, was just visiting as I love to travel) and they gave me the wrong food, and even though the staff spoke perfect English, I was too nervous to ask them to give me the correct order, so I just ate what I was given. I need some of your confidence!

[@SimonWilson12]

This comment ❤️ if I was in your shoes man I would tell myself I’m going to do it and almost talk yourself into it! Everything I’ve done I tell myself I’m going to do it and that’s what’s happening, then you just try it! If you ever get nervous, just tell yourself ‘I’m not nervous, I’m going to do this 💪🏼’ hope that helped and would be great to meet you one day!

[@AnastasiaDiscovery]

You need to learn how to say NO man! Life is long and it is wrong not to enjoy it. McDonald stuff is the low of the lowest, come on!?

[@mwaylingify]

Mate flying to the us soon going to try and get a free upgrade

[@optimusprime1634]

Isn't entering a lounge without the proper permission considered a fraud? He used a trick to sneak in kinda illegally right?

[@user-st6ui7oy1p]

My husband and I once got a free upgrade to first class on Virgin Atlantic, LGW-MCO. To this day I have no idea why. We just got to the gate, our boarding cards beeped weird and they asked if we were on honeymoon or knew any Virgin staff, which we said no to. Then we got told we would be flying first class. Amazing.

[@z185284]

Amazing content, keep it up!

[@ayeshahashel6152]

Or u can just accumulate more miles instead, the far u travel the more u accumulate miles. Upgrades either happen when the economy seat is not working well or by luck.

[@cricketchumpions7345]

I also can’t believe it it happened like I was in us travelling from Orlando to miami and suddenly some people started fighting since they wanted their 3 seats together so it happened that we got 3 different seats in premium economy I was so happy that day

[@annualtravellers]

This is such a coincidence this Friday I’m staying at Holiday inn Manchester ready for this exact trip on Saturday to Dubai and then on to the Maldives. I’m definitely going to ask for a upgrade (even a discounted one will do me) I will let you know if I succeed 😁

[@annualtravellers]

I did ask for a upgrade and was told they had 2 business class seats left at just over £600 each but as I was deciding one was sold.... I suppose there's always next time

[@snelmau5]

Great video, but what you need to understand about getting upgrades on airlines is that they have frequent flier programs, and if there are empty seats in business or first they'll give to the people in economy who have a high status level in their FF-program.

[@SimonWilson12]

Yeah you’re completely right! That’s what the hostesses told me too! Thanks for the advice!

[@maxweaver4621]

Amazing video!

[@reece650]

Love this great effort. I try all the time.

[@the_Carthaginian]

It never works with greedy airlines companies such Emirates and Qatar airways!! I highly recommend you to try it with other airlines companies, definitely you chances would upgrade!!

[@spook6773]

scrounging for upgrades if you can't pay you don't get it

[@Andrew-tate15]

The best Bro !

[@willankhatter]

Did this guy get into Business lounge and stole food.?

[@ij0113]

Incredible vid plz do more trips like the Amsterdam thing

[@suzvalentino1901]

When I flew to Dubai there were a few empty seats available in first class on Emirates and I was asked if I would like a free move up to First class, but of course I was a woman dressed very nice and they knew I would be on the flight for hours from the U.S to Dubai then onto Peshawar Pak.

[@zopat7600]

Your an ABSOLUTE chancer Mr Wilson! 🤠

[@zopat7600]

What are you doing up at this time of the morning for? Also my wife says you look much better without a hat 🤠

[@kerrigriggs9926]

I got a free upgrade, I just smiled and the guy in Dubai asked would I like first class to India. I was on a big 6 month trip alone , I was 25 and so chuffed, unlimited drinks free, however had some dodgy scam in a taxi once in India but won’t moan about that x

[@fryerben1]

If you don't have a massive KZbin following by the end of 2018 I'll be shocked. All of your videos are consistently great.