About this episode

The episode features a comparison of Delta One and United Polaris business class experiences, along with discussions on airline miles and travel news.

Kyle is out on vacation, so … Kyle is in - the younger, arguably cooler, and definitely taller Kyle, that is. Our podcast editor & social media guru, Kyle Thomas, joins Gunnar on the show to recap his recent flight in United’s new “Elevated” Polaris business class cabin over to London and answers the question: How does it stack up against his beloved Delta One? Plus, the guys talk through some troubling trends with American AAdvantage miles, and review some Resy/Tock news.

People in this episode

Host: Gunnar

Guest: Kyle Thomas

Topics covered

• business class comparison
• air travel
• miles programs
• airline reviews
• travel news

Keywords

• Delta One
• United Polaris
• business class
• air travel
• AAdvantage miles
• Resy
• Tock

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Delta, United, American AAdvantage, Resy, Tock

Places: London

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