Hi
Which is better British Airways new Club World or Virgin Upper Class??
Please let me know what you think
Rich
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RE: BA New Club World Or VS Upper Class?
Despite Virgin atlantics massive popularity with travelers, I think that the quality of product on BA first class is higher than Upper Class although Virgin seems a little more 'hip'... oh god.. did I just use that word ?
Jer
Jer
RE: BA New Club World Or VS Upper Class?
Artsyman,
The origional question was comapring BA's CLUB WORLD and VS's Upper Class, NOT BA's FIRST Class.
Virgin do not have FIRST class, therefore the two cannot be compared. Upper Class is Virgin's name for Business Class, although it is a common error to assume that it is comparable to other airlines 'First', as most airlines usually offer 3 classes of first,business and economy, and Virgin also have 3 classes, but they are Upper (business), Premium Economy (speaks for itself), and Economy.
I guess then that is why Richcandy was asking for a comparison on Club World, and Upper Class, as these are the two airlines comparable services.
Sorry for being pedantic
The origional question was comapring BA's CLUB WORLD and VS's Upper Class, NOT BA's FIRST Class.
Virgin do not have FIRST class, therefore the two cannot be compared. Upper Class is Virgin's name for Business Class, although it is a common error to assume that it is comparable to other airlines 'First', as most airlines usually offer 3 classes of first,business and economy, and Virgin also have 3 classes, but they are Upper (business), Premium Economy (speaks for itself), and Economy.
I guess then that is why Richcandy was asking for a comparison on Club World, and Upper Class, as these are the two airlines comparable services.
Sorry for being pedantic
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RE: BA New Club World Or VS Upper Class?
Sorry about that, I just got out my bed, although I would add that it is unfair to compare airlines that offer a separate first and business with the ones that offer a mixed one. Virgin Upper class and Continentals Business First tend to offer a mix of Business and first class, where as airlines like BA have both products therefore have to justify the difference between the product.
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RE: BA New Club World Or VS Upper Class?
Well if I can remember, Virgin Atlantic Airways Upper Class is quite nice from the pictures.
Upper Class seats are 6ft or 6ft 6" (forgot) and are red. They are not fully flat.
There is a bar with about 10 stools with wines, champagnes, spirits, snacks etc...
Dining is à la carte as always.
The entertainment system has a wide selection of audio and visual choices.
You can have a massage in the beauty parlour located somewhere in the cabin.
Upper Class seats are 6ft or 6ft 6" (forgot) and are red. They are not fully flat.
There is a bar with about 10 stools with wines, champagnes, spirits, snacks etc...
Dining is à la carte as always.
The entertainment system has a wide selection of audio and visual choices.
You can have a massage in the beauty parlour located somewhere in the cabin.
Anyone can fly, only the best Soar.
RE: BA New Club World Or VS Upper Class?
I flew Virgin from LHR-IAD and was VERY impressed with the cabin/service. The bar was a very nice attraction. Even if you do not drink you can be there talking to people ( Virgin actually turns the "fasten Seat Belt" sign off unlike some airlines) and it makes the trip go much faster and much more pleasent. The service was tremendous. I have to admit I was not thrilled with the seats at all.
BA new Business class with the fully reclining seats is fantastic. The cabin is very impressive and service is always top notch.
So this does not help? Both are great. maybe take one airline one way and the other the other way and let us know what you think!
BA new Business class with the fully reclining seats is fantastic. The cabin is very impressive and service is always top notch.
So this does not help? Both are great. maybe take one airline one way and the other the other way and let us know what you think!
RE: BA New Club World Or VS Upper Class?
I flew Upper class back from SFO last month. As I have not flown BA Club World, I cannot compare. The Upper class seats are quite comfortable, when laid out for sleeping, they go to 6 feet, although not flat out, at a slight slant under the seat in front. You also get a duvet, large pillow and pyjamas if you wish (quite comfy too!) The beauty therapy depends on how busy Upper Class is, as they can only do so many treatments during the flight, however if they do not get round to you, you are given a card to hand in next time for priority treatment.
BTW Singapore_Air, the seats are purple, the seat backs are red
BTW Singapore_Air, the seats are purple, the seat backs are red
RE: BA New Club World Or VS Upper Class?
Having flown both, I would recommend BA.
Although I am not a huge fan of the new seats..it would appear I am in the minority.
I have always had excellent service in Club World.
Although I am not a huge fan of the new seats..it would appear I am in the minority.
I have always had excellent service in Club World.
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