Here’s some upgrades that are worth an extra buck, and some that aren’t.

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The key, of course, is actually knowinghowto choose.

Not sure which add-ons fall into the “worth it!”

Upgrade #1: Shelling Out for More Legroom

We get it.

You’re six-foot-fourand totallydreading the hoursyou’ll spend cramped in coach before arriving at your destination.

Worth It?No.

“And the seats are equally hard and uncomfortable,” Hobica says.

“Paying that much more for a couple extra inches of legroom simply isn’t worth it.”

Otherwise, the benefit isn’t significant enough to justify the cost.

Then check that you have enough frequent flyer miles or credit card rewards points to cover the upgrade expense.

And deals on Delta are comparable at12,500 pointsfor a one-way upgrade.

Worth It?Usually.

Butscoring club accessisn’t just about living the good life.

Spending more on this perk up-front can actuallydecreaseyour restaurant budget.

Or your airline could go out of business.

Worth It?Yes.

But that doesn’t mean you should skip this to-do.

To compare different options and prices, try travel insurance search siteinsuremytrip.com.

Worth It?No.

But that doesn’t mean you’re destined for a Facebook-free vacay.

Worth It?Yes, especially if you’re embarking on an adventure, multi-destination or once-in-a-lifetime trip.

And don’t forget sites likeTripAdvisorandPrivate-Guides.com, which are also great resources for recommendations and ratings.

Worth It or a Waste?

Information shown is for illustrative purposes only and is not intended as investment, legal or tax planning advice.

just consult a financial adviser, attorney or tax specialist for advice specific to your financial situation.

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