I paid $162 to upgrade to 'Premium Class' on Alaska Airlines. I regretted nearly doubling the cost of my trip.

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Alaska Airlines' "Premium Class" comes with designated overhead bins, free alcohol, and more legroom. For me, the perks didn't justify the price.

I was, as they say, influenced. When I first booked a flight from New York City to Portland, Oregon, on Alaska Airlines for a friend's wedding, I went for the cheapest fare in coach — no changes, no seat selection, and last to board. Then, I started writing about Alaska Airlines' — and the broader airline industry's — push to attract more premium customers. Curious about this trend — and tempted by a $162 upgrade offered at check-in for my flight — I decided to test Alaska's current "Premium Class" product. You know, for science. Plus, I had already been assigned a middle seat in the back of the plane and didn't relish the thought of spending six hours crammed in regular coach.

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