LHR T5 departure in First: What is your ideal pre-flight routine?
Jun 14, 2019, 3:36 pm
#31
Join Date: Sep 2013
Posts: 93
I am flying in First on Tuesday with someone who has never been in that cabin or in the lounges. Our flight is at 16.45 - given that lounge time will end at 16.00, our plan is to arrive at 11am. I can hear the gasps of shock from the frequent fliers but our approximate flow is thus:
11-12: Terrace
Coffee, array of Viennoiserie, possibly some kippers; read the daily papers front to back and ease into the day
12-12.40: Spa
Gasp at the new Kelly Hoppen stool coverings. Two massage treatments in succession
12.40-13.30: Bar
First glasses of champagne arrive and are drunk. Second glasses follow and are swiftly despatched
13.30-14.30: Restaurant
4 course lunch with wine tasting
14.30-15.15: Terminal
Luxury shopping where we will probably buy absolutely nothing
15.15-16.00 Terrace
Dessert, espresso martinis or possibly coffee
16.00 Leisurely departure for gate.
I don't see much leeway here for arriving any later!
11-12: Terrace
Coffee, array of Viennoiserie, possibly some kippers; read the daily papers front to back and ease into the day
12-12.40: Spa
Gasp at the new Kelly Hoppen stool coverings. Two massage treatments in succession
12.40-13.30: Bar
First glasses of champagne arrive and are drunk. Second glasses follow and are swiftly despatched
13.30-14.30: Restaurant
4 course lunch with wine tasting
14.30-15.15: Terminal
Luxury shopping where we will probably buy absolutely nothing
15.15-16.00 Terrace
Dessert, espresso martinis or possibly coffee
16.00 Leisurely departure for gate.
I don't see much leeway here for arriving any later!
