[Arubalisa]

Originally Posted by Sgroi135

When I was looking there were certain seats that are marked "preferred or something like that". Anyone know what that means? I won't be able to get them. THey are the ones in the front of the plane. I do have a Continental One Pass membership, but not many points....

They are for the premium members of the frequent flier program. Those who don't qualify for an upgrade, but still qualify for a special "perq".

No need to be the first off the plane, you'll still have to wait for the luggage. The luggage comes off the plane slower in Aruba than a lot of other destinations so we never mind sitting further back in the plane.

If you are worried about seating, then go ahead and book the seats when they become available. Like Chadd, a member here, told me when I was looking for Christmas airfare, decide what price you are comfortable with and if you see it grab it. I think if you go with that process, in your own mind, you will at least think you will have gotten a fair deal.