It’s not just about saving money; sometimes it’s about spending a little more to get more value on your dollar. And nothing needs an upgrade more than the coach flying experience.

Don’t worry, you don’t need to splurge on real china and endless wine in business or first class.  Instead, watch as Alyssa Caverley offers her four-step plan on how and when to upgrade to preferred or comfort seats and the additional perks that are definitely worthwhile.

For more information on preferred seats, check out:

• Peter’s CBS This Morning report, Defining A Preferred Seat
• Peter’s Travel Tip, Are Preferred Seats Worth It?
• Peter’s Ancillary Revenue Update: New Charges, Hidden Fees & What You Can Do
• Peter’s Interview, The Preferred Seat Hoax: How Airlines Are Charging More to Book the Same Seats

By Alyssa Caverley for PeterGreenberg.com

Shot using a Sony HDR AX-2000 HD camera.