Virgin Atlantic

[PotNoodle]

Has anybody flown with Virgin before?, If so, What is it like?

My wife and I are very keen to find out more about the facilities onboard.

 

[Clare D]

Hi Potnoddle (what a cool name)
Welcome to the DIS.
We have flown with Virgin every time we have gone long haul. We go economy and have never had any problems. All meals and drinks are included and when you take your seat you will find a small amenity kit containing socks, an eye patch thing so that you can sleep, notepad and pen and a small toothbrush and toothpaste. They come in very handy plastic pouch which I re use.
Children receive their own back pack bag which includes some sweets, crayons, colouring books and some other bits and bobs. The bags are very sturdy and come in very handy for all of your souveniers.
All seats have the TV in the back and headphones are handed out by the crew.
Some of the flights also have computer games on the TV's which are operated from the TV remote.
I have never flown UC or PE but Iknow others on here have so I am sure they will be along soon to give you some feedback.
Happy DISing

 

[mozzman]

hi sorry to but in can i ask if the socks are flight socks i am a first time flyer with virgin and my wife will definately need some.

 

[Miffy2003]

They are just sort of socky socks, not the ones to prevent DVT.

 

[Andrew DEREK UK]

I always fly with them, I find the service very good, they do all of the above and seem to leave on time!

 

[AlanUK]

They are just sort of socky socks

What a brilliant description This made me laugh I wondered what a 'non' socky sock was at the same time

I can't say that I would descrive the extras or the entertainment on Virgin flights any better than those of the other scheduled airlines. I would say though that I find the general demenour of the cabin staff to be near the top of the scale when comared with some of their competitors

 

[Andrew DEREK UK]

I would say though that I find the general demenour of the cabin staff to be near the top of the scale when comared with some of their competitors

Agree

 

[wayneg]

We have found them the best company for Direct flights, only airline we have found better is BMI but they only go indirect.
If you go with them make sure you register for the Frequent Flyer club. it has saved us a fortune. See link for a few offers recently http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=1158190

 

[mikki.young]

We have flown with them and with BA in economy and premium economy. Very little to choose between them - we have had good and bad flights with both. The flying club does make a difference as you soon get a discount on flights.

 

[fizz13]

Have always enjoyed my flights with VA, nice food, good entertainment, love the kids backpacks, service ok. Yep I would be happy to use them again,

 

[JohnnySharp2]

We have been flying with VA since 1990, we have a child with special needs and they have always been very kind and helpful. Don't forget as well that you can check-in your luggage at Disney Marketplace on return, then just turn up for your flight. Leaves the rest of the day luggage free.

 

[Andrew DEREK UK]

Have always enjoyed my flights with VA, nice food, good entertainment, love the kids backpacks, service ok. Yep I would be happy to use them again,

Yes agree

 

[Shane]

Weve flown with Virgin alot of the time we have a long flight, again, the service is great, the food is great and the flight, not one complaint =]