Premium Economy - A New Class

Because of budgetary constrains, today's economy class seating sometimes feels a little inadequate. To address this, most airlines are now offering an interesting new seating class called 'premium economy'.  Premium economy seats are one step above coach yet not quite as ritzy as business class seats.  Generally, a premium economy ticket buys you a bit more legroom and a few extra perks such as priority check-in and/or additional storage space.  The fares vary greatly.  In some cases, you pay under $65 per extra inch of wriggle-room for your toes, whereas other airlines raise the price so close to business class it leaves you tempted to make the jump.  Some airlines, such as United, require you to purchase a yearly membership which enables you to book "premium economy" seating at the time of reservation.

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