Upper Class
We're flying one way on points in Upper Class From LHR to YVR. I heard we get complimentary Lounge access at LHR. Do we also get a free Spa treatment there too? Any other perks I should be getting or asking for? What about when we land in YVR since we have to stay the night to continue on to SEA in the morning...this is all booked on one ticket.
I understand we don't qualify for the limo service. Thanks for all your help. Shane |
You do indeed get access to the Clubhouse at LHR and it is a great lounge. It is certainly worth spending a few hours there. There are various free spa treatments (and some that you pay for), but it can get very busy so best advice is to book as soon as you arrive. You get to use the UC wing at LHR, which makes security quick and easy.
There won't be anything at YVR on arrival, I'm afraid. Re limo -- you can use more miles to book it (17.5k, I think), but the value for money is usually pretty poor. If you are really out to maximise perks, you could try the drive-through check-in at LHR, but you need a driver! |
Originally Posted by shand32783
(Post 17912736)
We're flying one way on points in Upper Class From LHR to YVR. I heard we get complimentary Lounge access at LHR. Do we also get a free Spa treatment there too? Any other perks I should be getting or asking for? What about when we land in YVR since we have to stay the night to continue on to SEA in the morning...this is all booked on one ticket.
I understand we don't qualify for the limo service. Thanks for all your help. Shane Once you have cleared security etc go straight to the CH and then straight to the spa to book and then find a seat and order a drink and food. You can always nip out to do some shopping later. This won't guarentee you a treatment but it might put you ahead in the queue! If they are fully booked they will take your name and call you if there any no-shows. |
Define a driver...
RE: drive through check in...We have someone who will be dropping us off, if that's what you mean? What is this perk, just curbside drop off?
Are you able to book Spa treatments (the shave sounds really nice to me) before you arrive (I'm booked already) or only day of travel? I think our flight is at one but plan on being there in the morning to take it all in on our way out. |
Originally Posted by shand32783
(Post 17918415)
RE: drive through check in...We have someone who will be dropping us off, if that's what you mean? What is this perk, just curbside drop off?
Are you able to book Spa treatments (the shave sounds really nice to me) before you arrive (I'm booked already) or only day of travel? I think our flight is at one but plan on being there in the morning to take it all in on our way out. You can only book treatments on the day. They did used to have an advance booking system but they changed it a couple of years ago to first come first served on they day. As I said earlier if they are fully booked they will 'wait list' you but the system is designed to reduce the number of no shows. |
Originally Posted by shand32783
(Post 17918415)
RE: drive through check in...We have someone who will be dropping us off, if that's what you mean? What is this perk, just curbside drop off?
As UKTravelBear says however, this is not a drive up and drop off service. You actually enter a secure area of the airport up a ramp into the terminal, and to do this VS will need to know your arrival time (a 30 min range slot) and the registration number of the car being used to drop you off - you need to call and arrange this a minimum of 24 hours before drop off. When you arrange it you should get an email confirmation with the details and location of DTCI - beware, the ramp is not signed so you need to look for it with care. |
This may help you to make a decision.. :)
A video of the service.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tjLjHKLOcEc
Originally Posted by slinky09
(Post 17920255)
I would definitely arrange DTCI since it is a wonderful experience, very exclusive, very smart, and well worth trying.
As UKTravelBear says however, this is not a drive up and drop off service. You actually enter a secure area of the airport up a ramp into the terminal, and to do this VS will need to know your arrival time (a 30 min range slot) and the registration number of the car being used to drop you off - you need to call and arrange this a minimum of 24 hours before drop off. When you arrange it you should get an email confirmation with the details and location of DTCI - beware, the ramp is not signed so you need to look for it with care. |
The Virgin Clubhouse is the best lounge i've been to. Does virgin have any other locations that compete?
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lhr clubhouse is simply amazing
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upper class seating
I am travelling upperclass SYD to London in July. Which are the best seats in upper class.
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Which aircraft?
Downstairs in the nose of 747-400, or rows 4-8 on right or left (not middle) on A340 are my preference.
Steve
Originally Posted by nabright
(Post 17985813)
I am travelling upperclass SYD to London in July. Which are the best seats in upper class.
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Originally Posted by backdoc
(Post 17990034)
Downstairs in the nose of 747-400, or rows 4-8 on right or left (not middle) on A340 are my preference.
Steve |
Originally Posted by BA304
(Post 17991062)
Should be an A346 and I'd go for 4-7K followed by 4-7A.
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Can anybody recommend a decent priced car service to take advantage of the DTCI?
I'm not that far from the airport so don't feel like paying the GBP65 for the official service compared to GBP25 for a regular taxi. |
Originally Posted by rjacket
(Post 17992054)
Can anybody recommend a decent priced car service to take advantage of the DTCI?
I'm not that far from the airport so don't feel like paying the GBP65 for the official service compared to GBP25 for a regular taxi. |
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