Two days before my flight I was horrified to receive a message from BA saying my flight was delayed by twelve hours. I couldn't believe it and also this would mean I would miss the overnight stop at the airport hotel at TPA before the drive to Cape Coral. I even telephoned BA to check this long delay & it was confirmed. Then, just before I went to bed the Status was updated showing just a couple of hours delay. I did wonder if this was the start of the drip drip of information whereby you are never told the exact delay, you get it bit by bit.
So, my journey to LGW was a bit apprehensive and lacking the usual lightheartedness. I had a pleasant overnight stay at the Hilton & wondered when the Status would change again. It now showed only an hour's delay. At check in this was confirmed AND it seemed I still had the seat that I had paid for ....
As always the lounge soon got busy as I watched the screens waiting for the boarding time. To my surprise we began boarding at 11.45. In a surprisingly quick time we began pushing back as the crew rushed to take up their positions for the safety demo. We were airborne just before 1pm - so only an hour delay after all. I felt so happy !
I have to say the cabin crew were excellent . The lunch I had of prawns then steak was very tasty. But when your food arrives with two courses on a tray you can't help but feel cramped & restricted. Also, I am disappointed that there is only ever one choice of dessert. I settled down to watch two films and actually stayed awake !
Club World was about three quarters full and although I was near two toddlers they were absolutely delightful.
Afternoon tea was served and I managed the sandwiches and the scone - oh alright - yes and the cakes We had a good view of the Kennedy Space Centre and a lovely descent over Tampa Bay. We landed in 92degrees and fair weather at 16.40. I was second off the plane and Immigration was empty. The officials were friendly and wished us a pleasant stay. There were no queues at Customs either so I was in my room by 17.10 !
I have to say that this was a very pleasant flight, good food, excellent crew, I had no one to climb over to get to the aisle and we were hardly delayed. Tampa is such a nice airport to arrive at. So, a great start to my holiday
So, my journey to LGW was a bit apprehensive and lacking the usual lightheartedness. I had a pleasant overnight stay at the Hilton & wondered when the Status would change again. It now showed only an hour's delay. At check in this was confirmed AND it seemed I still had the seat that I had paid for ....
As always the lounge soon got busy as I watched the screens waiting for the boarding time. To my surprise we began boarding at 11.45. In a surprisingly quick time we began pushing back as the crew rushed to take up their positions for the safety demo. We were airborne just before 1pm - so only an hour delay after all. I felt so happy !
I have to say the cabin crew were excellent . The lunch I had of prawns then steak was very tasty. But when your food arrives with two courses on a tray you can't help but feel cramped & restricted. Also, I am disappointed that there is only ever one choice of dessert. I settled down to watch two films and actually stayed awake !
Club World was about three quarters full and although I was near two toddlers they were absolutely delightful.
Afternoon tea was served and I managed the sandwiches and the scone - oh alright - yes and the cakes We had a good view of the Kennedy Space Centre and a lovely descent over Tampa Bay. We landed in 92degrees and fair weather at 16.40. I was second off the plane and Immigration was empty. The officials were friendly and wished us a pleasant stay. There were no queues at Customs either so I was in my room by 17.10 !
I have to say that this was a very pleasant flight, good food, excellent crew, I had no one to climb over to get to the aisle and we were hardly delayed. Tampa is such a nice airport to arrive at. So, a great start to my holiday