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Making the most of Gold Status

PostPosted: 28 Sep 2016, 13:24
by JWJohn
So I have just managed to get Gold Status and wondered from the experts on here how to make the most of it. I see the standard benefits but are there any hidden gems that you know of to get the most out of having gold ?

Many Thanks

Re: Making the most of Gold Status

PostPosted: 28 Sep 2016, 14:15
by buns
Strange as it may seem, the greatest benefit of being Gold is to Fly Economy :) :)

For the lower priced ticket you get UC Check In, Clubhouse access, Proirity Boarding and increased baggage.

On ther other hand, I have been Gold for a number of years and have NEVER been op-up'd

buns

Re: Making the most of Gold Status

PostPosted: 28 Sep 2016, 17:33
by joeyc
buns wrote:On ther other hand, I have been Gold for a number of years and have NEVER been op-up'd


I have :-P

Re: Making the most of Gold Status

PostPosted: 28 Sep 2016, 17:55
by MoJoJo
joeyc wrote:
buns wrote:On ther other hand, I have been Gold for a number of years and have NEVER been op-up'd


I have :-P


Me too... once

Re: Making the most of Gold Status

PostPosted: 28 Sep 2016, 18:40
by gumshoe
buns is right - Clubhouse & lounge access is probably the best perk of being Au so to make the most of it fly in Economy or PE as you get lounge access anyway with UC.

You also get access to Delta SkyClubs in the US if you've a domestic connection on the same day as your VS or DL long-haul flight, which is useful.

Various other benefits - not least 100% extra base miles - see here: http://www.virgin-atlantic.com/gb/en/fl ... efits.html