I Try Virgin Atlantic Upper-Class Is It Worth The Price? - Travel Day To Los Angeles

I used to fly Upper Class with work from 2001 to 2003 and I'm shocked at how much it's changed since then. Back then you would be picked up in a limo (even from the South Wales Valley's where I was living!) and the driver would check you in from the car. You would then be driven to a private entrance to the airport where staff would take your bags and direct you through private security and straight into the Clubhouse. In the Clubhouse you could get a haircut or massage. Once on the plane the onboard masseuse would ask if you wanted to book a massage! A limo would then be waiting for you when you arrive at your destination. It was truly a VIP experience! Upper Class now looks dreadful, and I'd be so disappointed if I'd spent all that money for such a tired, shoddy, and dirty experience. Love your videos though Tim - thanks for showing us what Upper Class is like now!

The 'green stuff' is samphire. It's grown in North Norfolk (coast), love it!

As a travel agent all I can think of is how hard it is booking these sorts of rates and how expensive they can be! What a saving you’ve made!

Don't worry , Tim. You are a lovely person. You are detail oriented. We appreciate the fact that you don't miss a thing. It's clear you have worked very hard on these videos. Thank you. I am sure I speak for virtually everyone who watches your videos! You do a Wonderful job, and we appreciate it.

I'd be underwhelmed if I flew Upper Class on an A350 with Virgin, it looked shoddy. I've flown Upper Class on the A330neo and you get a suite with a fully closing door, it was probably one of the best flights I've ever had. The difference between two products seems night and day.

What a shame they've cut costs so much and taken away what made Upper Class special! No real priority at check-in, the lounge with extras gone so really just like any other lounge, and the sky bar gone, so just like any other airline. The seats looked tired and a bit exposed. Upper Class used to be really Wow. But I'm glad you got to do it and have a lie flat bed - that's the best bit! Looking foward to the rest of your trip!

I always carry sanitizer wipes for the tray, screen and seats. Planes are never disinfected or wiped down. Just a quick hoover and rubbish taken out between passengers.

When I fly from US to UK i take a 3 hr nap immediately when I arrive. That has helped me a lot from the jet lag. I also noticed I never get sick when I do that. Others I have traveled with seem to get a cold when they don’t nap so I guess I will keep doing my naps!

No way!!!! You've just come up on my YouTube suggestions. I remember working with you on redtv with Natalie Mullinder back in the early 2000s. Well done, Tim, to how far you've got 👏 👍 👌 xx

I was told by a Virgin Atlantic stewardess that if you’re going upper class it’s best on the neo/dreamliner which incidentally still has the bar you mention in the video. At time of writing there are 3 virgin flights to LAX per day and I understand the Neo is the late one. As you flew in the morning you were on one of the older planes. The only problem with the Neo is that it doesn’t get in to LAX until about 10pm so by the time you get to your hotel it’s usually gone midnight. I’m flying London to LAX round trip in upper class next year and booked the Neo on the flight back to London. Also for both flights I’ve managed to bag seat 1A which has always been an ambition of mine!

And I left my camera on the plane upon landing, the crew got it, saw me at baggage and gave it back. Nice service!

I think the mustang suits you Tim! I also wanna just say I love how when you do first class/upper class etc you don’t feel the need to suit up. The smart casual look and the fact it feels like you’re talking to us as if we’re there is why I’ve loved watching you the past 3 years. You’ve almost done the full circle of California UK to California US. Can’t wait to see the rest of this America series. Out of interest how harsh were TSA in checking all your cameras etc, or was it a breeze. We’re you going to have to be ‘on the run tim’ 😂❤

I think the videos where you show the more expensive options are the ones that will get the most hits! Like when you stayed in the fancy hotel in Dubai, or the cave hotel in Santorini. People love to see and experience through you the things we might not be able to do ourselves. Great video :-)

We flew Upper class 30 years ago after being upgraded from premium. It was a great experience, a separate lounge & bar & huge seating area. Great food & drink. Think Virgin have lost the plot, sorry wasn’t impressed with your flight, too cramped & seems like they are just cutting corners.

A great and honest video of what it was like. To be honest for what you paid, I would have expected a lot more, from check-in, security and lounge. You can see where they make their money. I went to New York in 2005 and only went economy, but we had seats at the back and only two either side, which was so comfortable and lots of leg room and offered free drinks and snacks during the flight. Look forward to watching your upcoming vids. Have a great time there.

Was feeling a bit stressed until I seen an upload by tim, thank you youll never understand fully how much you really are valued by your fans ❤

I was very lucky to fly Emirates business to Australia to visit my daughter. It was FANTASTIC..a once in my lifetime experience. I was so well looked after as my mobility isn't the best,the beds were so comfy..real pillows and a duvet. I wasn't too well on my return so was able to sleep from Oz to Dubai after honey and lemon drinks from lovely kind cabin crew.Honestly if funds allow it I say definitely go for it. Food was yummy and all drink flowed freely..no plastic cups or cutlery in sight..nibbles at the bar..nothing to complain about at all🎉👍

The green stuff is called samphire, lovely stuff.. I collect it in the wild when it’s in season (late summer)..

I flew British Airways business class a long time ago with work. We had a nice lounge in the terminal, but the flight itself had no thrills. The only difference between business and economy on the plane was a white napkin thing over the back of the seat, and they drew a curtain across to separate us from the cheapos. I can't afford to fly but it's nice to see your experiences Tim, so a great video once again.

I am a Coach Driver for United Mini-buses in Horley. We currently have the contract for this shuttle for Virgin staff from CAE Gatwick. The staff are fab.