Gadling's guide to getting bumped

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We always add an extra day onto our vacation to be able to take advantage of the bumps. That is especially true when traveling during busier times like spring break or a holiday. A couple of other tips work for us. Stand out from the crowd. We have waited to one side and been offered upgrades to first class because our seat was needed. They couldn't do that if we were "in with the rest of the herd." In my carry on I have a bag of Hershey kisses. I give them frequently to ticket agents, gate agents, flight attendants or anyone I want to say "thank you" to. That small gesture has often gotten us exceptional service. It is fun to say, "you have been so nice I could kiss you." and give them a chocolate. You would think I had given them a $20 tip.

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