When traveling by air anybody would want fly with an airline that is safe, credible and offers the best services. Virgin Atlantic airline certainly fits the bill! With remarkable services and features, it is undoubtedly amongst the top airlines of the world.
Virgin Atlantic was founded more than 25 years ago by the owner of Virgin Records, Richard Branson and today it is one of the top airlines across the world. It is acknowledged for its security, safety and consistency, thanks to its focus and aim on driving efficiency in both the business and leisure markets.
Since 1986, Virgin Airlines has been awarded with many accolades in a number of sectors. It won honored with the influential Business Traveler award in the Best Premium Economy Class and Best Airport Lounge categories, in 2011.
Fleet
Virgin Atlantic fleet strength includes Boeing 747 and Airbus A340 aircrafts. It is expected to have even bigger and better flights, including the largest double-decker aircraft in the world.
Destinations
Virgin Atlantic operates flights on a vast network of routes across continents like Asia, Africa, Australia and Europe. It also flies to a more than 350 destinations including the Caribbean and the Middle East, and also connects with countries like USA, UK, Canada and Mexico. It also has partner airlines that connect with the locations where Virgin does not fly.
Amenities
Virgin Atlantic is credited as to be precise and timely and offers three classes of seating and services: Upper, Premium Economy and Economy.
Once on board, you will be pampered with glutton meals, entertaining music and movies, caring and warm staff, comfortable and spacious seats, and much more. You can also make duty-free purchases on board.
If you are a frequent traveler, you can join the Flying Club, a loyalty program offered by the airline. It enables you to earn miles on flight bookings which you can spend on upgrades, rewards, excess Virgin Atlantic baggage allowance, lounge services and much more. You may also add to your miles when you shop online with Virgin Atlantic’s global network of hotel, car rental and airline partners.
If you do not want to wait in long queues at the airport, Virgin Atlantic online check-in is for you. The feature allows you to collect your boarding pass with seating and meal choices and reach directly for the security counter prior to the flight.
Baggage Allowance
In Economy Class, one checked in baggage of dimensions Up to 90 x 75 x 43cm / 35.5 x 29.5 x 16ins and under 23 kg is allowed. In Premium Economy, two bags are allowed of the same dimensions and weight. While for the Upper Class, three bags are allowed the same dimensions and each of the bag should not weigh more than 32 kg.
Please note we carry most of the sports equipment in addition to these allowances for no extra charges, provided they weight must not exceed 23 kg.