V-Flyer

Since I have already commented on a few things in my previous TR Ill keep this one brief.

Check-In

Check-in was quick with no queues and was directed to the lounge.

Lounge

I was given a warm welcome and shown around, the lounge was quick busy but managed to grab a sofa by the window. After have a drink I moved onto the dining area where I had the Tandoori chicken stir fry special which was delicious and spicy.

Boarding

An hour before the flight boarding was announced. Made my way past security which was quick and straight past the queue when the attendant saw my purple pass [8D] onto the plane. I think the plane was Queen of the Skies.

On Board

The plane was full and the UC cabin was quite large so it felt too busy and not very exclusive, unlike on a 747. The crew where attentive but seemed rushed off their feet a bit and the service did not seem very personal. The crew took orders for dinner and breakfast if required before takeoff. I had the flat iron beef fillet which was much nicer then the cod I had on the way out. That was followed by a very delicious and moist chocolate and banana cheesecake. After dinner by bed was made and I had a surprisingly good and comfy flights sleep. I was woken for breakfast which consisted of warm butter croissant, marble chocolate cake, a warm ham roll and hot chocolate.

Arrival

Our plane was one of the first to touch down at LHR was we arrived just before 0600. There was no queue for immigration but the baggage claim screens where broken so it was difficult to find out which carousel to go to. I then made my way to the Revivals Lounge where I took a shower and a lovely and relaxing foot massage. I then had another breakfast while I waited for my taxi.

In all, I think I enjoyed the flights more than I did the holiday! I'll post some photos of UC and the lounges later.

Thanks for the TR

quote:That was followed by a very delicious and moist chocolate and banana cheesecake

I 100% agree with that, the first mouthful I was a little unsure but by the end I could have eaten another slice [:w]

We haven't flown UC in the A346 yet, but I am a bit worried that the whole on board experience won't be as good as on the 747's like you experienced.

Neil

quote:Originally posted by Neil
Thanks for the TR
I 100% agree with that, the first mouthful I was a little unsure but by the end I could have eaten another slice [:w]

We haven't flown UC in the A346 yet, but I am a bit worried that the whole on board experience won't be as good as on the 747's like you experienced.

Neil


I much prefer the 747. I was really disappointed with the UC on a A346 as it is way too big. It feels like economy but with bigger seats and no air of exclusivity. Even though I was at the front and it was quiet it didnt feel very 'special'.

Thank you for the TR! Glad the great experience continued.

On the back of this, we overlook your 1st NYC experience- assume now bitten by the Bug & wanting to return..

I really enjoyed seeing all the famous sites but it is soo exhausting! And once you've seen the Statue of Liberty you don't really need to see it again. I might go back to visit some of the museums I didnt have time to see and do some shopping but the exchange rate is rubbish at the moment so it was very expensive.

I've definitely caught the UC travel bug though [:D] I think my next holiday will have to be to a sunny, sandy beach somewhere.

Thanks for another good read, good to hear that you had another good UC flight.

I would love to fly with Virgin again but I would hate to have the Airbus, the Boeing has a much more plesant cabin.

Very enjoyable read - but is it just me or did your breakfast not look like supper? Cake? Hot chocolate? ;-)

quote:Originally posted by Sealink
Very enjoyable read - but is it just me or did your breakfast not look like supper? Cake? Hot chocolate? ;-)


The hot choc wakes me up and I had to have more cake [:p]

Got some pics of my flight. I hope its OK to post them here.

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Great photos......The bar looks rather understocked [:?]

quote:Originally posted by DMetters-Bone
Great photos......The bar looks rather understocked [:?]


Were you on the flight Dom?

That would explain the understocking ! [8D][8D][8D]

(ducks to avoid possible [B)] )

Can't see any limes either [V][V]

quote:Originally posted by DMetters-Bone
Great photos......The bar looks rather understocked [:?]


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