One brave member this month questions the 'value' of business class travel. Business class long-haul flights can cost up to three times more than economy and our member cannot fathom why someone would willingly pay such a larger financial outlay to arrive at the same destination as their economy counter-parts.

The question causes quite a stir and divides our members into a number of different camps. There are those who will not compromise on the luxury and legroom afforded to business class passengers. There are those who travel business when the deal (and the finances) are right and then there are others who will happily endure a sleepless night in economy class in order to save the extra cash.

One member Skyring sees travel as a hobby and the journey, as they say, is just as important as the destination. Therefore spending the extra money only enhances the experience.

The added intangibles are not to be underestimated either. Flying business class is a sure-fire way to efficiently and effectively earn yourself points and status.

For the time-poor travellers business class travel can also shave hours, if not days off your trip. You save at least an hour each way due to speedier check-in and immigration queues. Many of our members report that flying business saves them a day each way in jetlag.

But some of our economy class travellers are still not sold on the idea. Some members would prefer to spend the extra cash on a nicer hotel or partake in some extensive duty-free shopping.

The value of Business versus Economy is in all about perception and priorities.

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