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Is Virgin Atlantic Premium Economy Worth Upgrading?

Charles On Travels
Charles On Travels
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👁️ 60K views📅 5 months ago⏱️ 17:03
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TransatlanticFrom London HeathrowVeteran Cruiser

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Creator's Key Takeaways

I'm very used to the BA lounges where aside from the odd exception, most of the staff there border between apathetic and hostile, so this was a real breath of fresh air.

There's no doubt at all that the service from the Kuruman Virgin was so much better than BA, good couple of notches above and significantly more proactive.

Overall, I'm not sure if I'd pay cash for this unless it was quite a cheap upgrade from economy. However, as a points booking, it's a fairly easy no-brainer for me.

It's worth noting as well in this flight that amenities were completely lacking, right down to the lack of soap in the bathroom, which is inexcusable.

Creator's Tips & Advice

Avoid the busy main areas of Heathrow Terminal 3 if you don't have lounge access; find a quiet gate.
Look for saver reward flights to book premium economy with points for better value.
Pre-book meals online to ensure your choice, especially if sitting in the back row.

Questions This Creator Answers

QIs Virgin Atlantic Premium Economy worth the upgrade?
QHow does Virgin Atlantic Premium Economy compare to British Airways Premium Economy?

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YouTube Video Description

Is Virgin Atlantic Premium Economy worth the upgrade? And how does it compare to close competitors like British Airways premium economy? Today I’m flying on a Virgin Atlantic A330-900neo in premium economy from London Heathrow to Boston to find out. How is the seat, the service, and the premium economy food? But not only that, thanks to a recent status match, I’ve achieved Virgin Atlantic Gold Status, so I’ll be able to visit the Virgin Atlantic Clubhouse lounge at Heathrow Terminal 3. Join my Patreon for early access, bonus content, and more: https://patreon.com/CharlesOnTravels?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink Follow my travels in real time on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/charlesontravels?igsh=MWtzZzF0bzYxZmI2YQ%3D%3D&utm_source=qr For business enquiries, contact: charlesontravelsenquiries@gmail.com 00:00 Clubhouse Lounge 04:11 Boarding and Seat Tour 07:25 Takeoff and How Much I Paid 09:10 In Flight Entertainment 11:11 Food and Drink 14:55 Overall Thoughts