Biz Class Faceoff: Delta One vs. United Polaris

Kyle is out on vacation, so … Kyle is in - the younger, arguably cooler, and definitely taller Kyle, that is. Our podcast editor & social media guru, Kyle Thomas, joins Gunnar on the show to recap his recent flight in United’s new “Elevated” Polaris business class cabin over to London and answers the question: How does it stack up against his beloved Delta One? Plus, the guys talk through some troubling trends with American AAdvantage miles, and review some Resy/Tock news. Thanks to our sponsor, Monarch! Go to Monarch.com and use code “THRIFTY” to get your first year of Monarch Core half off at just $50! Watch us on YouTube! Join the conversation! Sign up for the free Thrifty Traveler Podcast Slack community today. 00:00 - A different (& better) Kyle weighs in with a business class take 02:42 - Megan welcomes back the show from Charleston 03:24 - Something Hot: Avios are getting … easier to redeem? 05:18 - Another Something Hot: So are Amex dining credits?!  07:35 - Something Cold: The long-dreaded AAdvantage devaluation is underway 14:32 - A word from our sponsor: Monarch! 15:36 - The Extra Mile: Kyle pits United Polaris against Delta One 16:53 - Highlights & misses from United’s new “Elevated” Polaris biz class 31:20 - Final scorecard from United Polaris 31:32 - Kyle recaps the wins & losses from 10 (!!!) Delta One flights 42:09 - & a scorecard from Delta One 42:35 - And the final verdict is… 47:18 - A listener asks: Where to credit miles for a Lufthansa redemption? 51:58 - On the Spot: Tips to maximize a short stay Produced and edited by Sylvia Thomas Video editing by Kyle Thomas Show music: “All That” by Benjamin Tissot Support the show by leaving us a rating and a review wherever you get your podcasts! Have a question you want answered on-air or an idea for the show? Let us know at [email protected] 20% off your first year of cheap flights and points and miles deals with Thrifty Traveler Premium - use promo code TTPOD to save even more!See what we’re all about at https://thriftytraveler.com - or subscribe to our free weekly points and miles newsletter, The Extra Mile!Follow us on…InstagramYouTubeFacebookBluesky Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.