Lots of your personality on display in this video, Flaps10, really enjoyed the fun.
@donaldknowles9640
2 ай бұрын
I agree
@nezbrun872
2 ай бұрын
I was a Virgin lover in the 90s and 2000s mainly due to the Dirty Tricks campaign operated by BA against Virgin, and enjoyed top tier status for many years. Years later, I gradually switched over to BA as Virgin's offering became increasingly downgraded, but more importantly, their route network, particularly eastbound, was decimated. Out went the hot tub, haircut, flowers, second pillow, on-board massage, on-board sit-at bar. Sydney, Tokyo, Hong Kong, Vancouver all gone, and all routes I've taken with Virgin multiple times. The only thing that remains consistent with Virgin is in-your-face "current thing" marketing, which, as I get older, I find more eye rolling than eye catching.
@flaps1019
2 ай бұрын
Great perspective - I'm sure it was easier to like them when they were more of an upstart & an underdog... despite the recent product innovations and fleet additions it feels like they may have gotten a little complacent compared to the early days
@BrianKitching-wv5nh
10 күн бұрын
Virgin is awesome.We flew to L.A in 1996 on a 747,we had economy at the back where we had great seats with lots of leg room.
@danielberlin5968
2 ай бұрын
24:57 I agree, that fella in the safety vest is indeed a beast
@journeyswithj246
2 ай бұрын
😂
@TheStallion234
Ай бұрын
Great as always - love all the detail, history, and information you provide in each video.
@theushistorian
2 ай бұрын
You can order a full English breakfast off the scan menu. There's also a restaurant area where you can be served. I found the food delicious and for those interested, you can scan for your drinks including Champagne. VA service has always been exceptional on all my flights, in every cabin class.
@bonjouraviation655
2 ай бұрын
Virgin Atlantic is awesome! a true boutique airline. Great trip report and history or the airline.👍👍
@MegaAshishbhardwaj
Күн бұрын
Your videos are awesome. Keep going 👌
@irisbrodrick
Ай бұрын
I was/still am always curious about VA upper class... Thank you so much! I enjoyed this content very much!
@donaldknowles9640
2 ай бұрын
What's cookin good lookin , Peter great to see you back
@dakar8993
2 ай бұрын
You continue to impress. Really love your relaxed attention to detail, start to finish. Can't wait for what's next.
@gunvaldsandhaland7757
2 ай бұрын
The Clubhouse Longe Is The Best Business Class Lounge In Europe My Opinion.Great Video.And Info
@rayrogers7458
Ай бұрын
Thanks again for your insight and advice, well done
@margaretpittman9650
Ай бұрын
Just stayed overnight at TWA hotel the other night, so awesome!!
@jordancwoo
2 ай бұрын
Another great review Peter! The Virgin Atlantic experience looks absolutely incredible. Too bad I’ll mainly be flying KLM when I move to Amsterdam in the fall, although they’re good too! 😂
@flaps1019
2 ай бұрын
Thank you Jordan... what's taking you to Amsterdam? I'd take AMS as a home airport over pretty much anywhere in the US haha....
@jordancwoo
2 ай бұрын
@@flaps1019 going to Utrecht University for graduate school :)
@brian402
2 ай бұрын
Virgin Atlantic is doing what they do best - Sticking it right up B.A and rotate! & up we go✈
@salaciouscrumb555
2 ай бұрын
And women.
@deepalperera4592
2 ай бұрын
GOOD TRIP REPORT, WELLDONE
@lambertmcgaughy8487
Ай бұрын
I love this. Very thorough experience. I booked through Delta and have a Virgin Atlantic through codeshare from LHR to ATL. Was sincerely considering to re-book for a Delta flight, though your perspective makes me want to experience Virgin. Many thanks!
@flaps1019
Ай бұрын
That's awesome - enjoy it! Definitely a little spicier than Delta and you can still earn your Delta miles if you booked w cash!
@lambertmcgaughy8487
Ай бұрын
much appreciated. Decided to do ATL->LHR upper class in Virgin A330 and back on the Virgin A350. Very much looking forward to Virgin’s upper class experience, as I’ve been a Delta snob for years. Would you rate non-US airlines as better?
@flyboy747uk
2 ай бұрын
The A350 looks nicer than the 787 Upper Class. I found the 787 seating configuration not very good and the seat actually quite uncomfortable. personally if you can get a good deal for Upper Class go for it, but I wouldn’t throw a lot of money at it as I just don’t find the onboard service and food premium enough.
@bobgraham3289
2 ай бұрын
That was interesting, and I like your glasses. And also the speedo comment, I always pack mine. Just a question of which one.
@flaps1019
2 ай бұрын
Thank you and 😂 it’s always a tough choice when you have a drawer full of them!
@journeyswithj246
2 ай бұрын
Enjoyable trip report- not too stuff nor picky.
@porombpeter
2 ай бұрын
I've tried A350 and A330-900neo with VS but I couldn't find the tailcam. Once I even asked the cabin crew and he did not know if there is or isn't. I will keep looking for it ,but I think many people love that feature.
@flaps1019
2 ай бұрын
100%, especially if you don't have a window seat - the tailcam makes a huge difference
@dospalmascb
2 ай бұрын
I'd love to see disabled/mobility impaired reviews of flights, I know how good BA are at their assistance but I haven't tried Virgin. Great Review! Thank you.
@danielberlin5968
2 ай бұрын
Nice shirt
@rhbarnes80
6 күн бұрын
Just fyi, those upper class seat doors do close. You must have had a dodgy door. 😊
@airlinesarefun
2 ай бұрын
Virgins original upper class was 38/40" inches It's first flat bed was a slope style seat before the "suite"
@obamtl
2 ай бұрын
Looks pretty great! On a different note, hope you get a chance to re-do KLM with their new 777 business class cabin.
@flaps1019
2 ай бұрын
I hope so too... it's on the list for sure... just gotta find a good deal. If you know any routes that aren't crazy expensive let me know!! My mileage balances are dwindling 😭 so the next one might need to be a cash fare
@praneetk9047
2 ай бұрын
As a non brit- You'd be the perfect lad to do a review of the infamous Ryan Air (Im positive most of thing ive heard is wrong or just far stretched)
@WBTravels
15 күн бұрын
My friend, you didn't know it was called the loft and you didn't KNOE THE A350 HAD TAIL CAMERAS?! "Honestly woman you call yourself our mother" (avgeek) (reference to harry potter : the sorcerer's stone: first move platform 9/4 scene: yah massive a350 perk quiet flies like a dream, tail CAMERAS
@Ben-yz4jh
2 ай бұрын
Love this video - but please be careful of using video with so much flicker! Not good for some viewers
@salaciouscrumb555
2 ай бұрын
Stopped flying with virgin when they gave a man the woman of the year award. Do disrespectful to all those hard working women, like Marie curie nurses etc. BA for me now.
@BrianKitching-wv5nh
10 күн бұрын
How long was your flight?
@flaps1019
10 күн бұрын
@@BrianKitching-wv5nh right around 8 hours I believe
@SuperPapiChurros
2 ай бұрын
How do you stay is great shape eating all that food every time you travel? 😂
@jonnyb2774
2 ай бұрын
Branson suggested calling economy Riff Raff class lol
@flaps1019
2 ай бұрын
😂
@seyley2901
2 ай бұрын
Thanks for not being like 'non stop Dan' and whining about everything. Even though you look like him.....cough.
@flaps1019
2 ай бұрын
Thanks for stopping by 💪and lol I think it was the shirt and the glasses... I promise we're not related 😂
@colinrenfrew48
2 ай бұрын
If you are flying economy, BA is better. Much better!
@user-dw8ud2hw5d
2 ай бұрын
"one world buffoons" - not very polite (@13:15)
@edwardwilcox6606
Ай бұрын
It`s called `humor` although you may be to young to remember it.
@jiangni2236
2 ай бұрын
VS definitely has the stylish elements down, kinda bling but somehow likable. I flew VS a few times, but you know, I kinda get the same vibe as Delta - they both got the branding down, but cut corners in a subtle way. Like you said, chips instead of nuts on a stylish ramekin looks good and is much cheaper to do. The new A350 seats also look stylish, but they don't wear too well (again kinda like the Delta 764 and A330neo) and some of the hardwares just felt flimsy and are already breaking down. The meal portions are just sooooo small, which is also the case for the Clubhouse made-to-order dishes. They're more like appetizer size mains (not just for an American stomach). The crew are very good though, with the exception of maybe the JFK Clubhouse staff...
@jxnathanmark7661
2 ай бұрын
The airline doesn’t serve nuts due to the amount of nut allergy passengers that fly. Once one person with a nut allergy boards then no nuts can be served. This is why you get potato chips instead. It’s just something to nibble on whilst you have your first drink. With 44 seats in business the vast amount of food has to fit in the ovens. You cant have obese American portions of food as it wouldn’t fit. That’s why the portions are the size they are. Plus if your having the crisps, bread, starter, main and dessert then it’s more than enough food. I always carry a snacks on me if I’m hungry later.
@flaps1019
2 ай бұрын
Well said… and on the clubhouse dishes, I’m glad they weren’t massive portions. Plus you can always order more if the American stomach rears its ugly head 😂 Regarding the food onboard, the portions were VERY generous in my assessment
@ZombieKiller1965
2 ай бұрын
Looks like Virgin is growing up into an adult airline in most areas. Still a few childish things here and there but they're growing up. Thanks for the video.
@flaps1019
2 ай бұрын
Haha that's a good way to put it. They're a little less "mature" by most standards, but I think they like it that way 😂
@Andygarrett357
Ай бұрын
What do you mean by "inclusive, and "progresive""? Or are you just getting the current day weasel words into your video?
@denniswhite1399
Ай бұрын
I avoid Virgin I fly Delta better service flight attendants are awful on Virgin
@user-ez4jy6jj4g
2 ай бұрын
Please when you go on holiday or make flight reviews don’t talk about calories etc, it is just stupid.
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Ай бұрын
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