Idiots guide to virgin upper/PE - Gatwick to MCO

[OutbackAddict]

Through the use of some points i have saved for quite some time i am flying out on the 22nd August Upper Class and returning on the 4th September PE. Very much looking forward to this as it will be my first time in upper and have only flown PE once before a long long time ago so would appreciate any tips/avice any seasoned travellers have to give,
Is there a certain lounge i should use, where is it, when can i reserve my seat for the return etc etc ? Any tips/info gratefully received

[jordanski]

should be able to book return seats straight away , we are flying upper from heathrow to new york in october and have setas booked both ways and then premium for orlando next april and have seats booked

[Florida-Sarah]

Upper is an amazing experience.
You can use the Virgin Clubhouse at LGW which provides waitress service meals and drinks. There is also a spa where you can get free and paid for treatments. There is also a shower area if you need to freshen up.
You should be able to book seats now.

[dougyjemd]

Originally Posted by Florida-Sarah

Upper is an amazing experience.
You can use the Virgin Clubhouse at LGW which provides waitress service meals and drinks. There is also a spa where you can get free and paid for treatments. There is also a shower area if you need to freshen up.
You should be able to book seats now.

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Sorry but the VA Lounge is closed for refurb:angry:angry:. its not due to re open until oct/nov. thou you maybe able to use No 1 Lounge within gatwick. I suggest contacting virgin as they may have an agreement in place with gatwick for you to use the lounge. We only know this as we wanted to book Virgin lounge but then deceided we would do some extra retail therapy before sat on plane for 9hrs

Hope you have a great trip too

[inspectorgadjet]

It's not closed for refurb...it's closed until Jan 25th when they are moving to the north terminal.

[Cantcook]

The OP is flying UC so they'll have access to the Clubhouse which is not closed and will remain open during the move of terminals. The clubhouse is completely unaffected by the move.

However, the Virgin Holidays V-Room is closed but that's completely different.

[Dublingirl]

The Virgin Clubhouse is still open. When you check in you will be given an invitation and told where the Clubhouse is. Once inside you will have unlimited breakfast items, drinks, cocktails and snacks. You can also get spa treatments. Some are free and some incur a charge. If you go on the Virgin Atlantic website you will be able to get all the info you need. Enjoy!

[Redsox77]

The Virgin Upper class lounge at Gatwick is open from 6am - they do fully cooked breakfast etc so eat there. It's well signposted and you'll need to show your tickets on arrival at the lounge desk.

At the Virgin Atlantic check in desk you'll be given premium fast track passes to skip the security lines. (Given at twilight check in too if you check in there).

As others have said, you should be able to go online and book your seats now. In upper class we always try and go for 6A and 6K - the two seats right at the front. It's a great experience and hopeully you'll love it

[pooh's gal]

I prefer UC on the way out as all I want to do coming home is sleep so don't get all the full benefits. Wonderful service, champagne served as you sit down. If you're wearing a jacket the staff will kindly take it off and hang it up. Wonderful table settings, especially the salt and pepper pots (you must take them home with you). Whatever you want is available. I would say that the only downside is that PE get off the plane before you but that is easily made up for with the super service.

[Bozza]

Tip 1: Sit at the bar on the flight and drink cocktails. And more cocktails.

Tip 2: Don't drive at the other end.