Virgin Atlantic introduces festive salt and pepper shakersVirgin Atlantic has launched a festive red version of its highly collectable salt and pepper shakers in its Upper Class cabin. The sought after items, currently onboard in silver and black are named Wilbur and Orville and ar More… |
Alpha Destination Management wins top awardAlpha Destination Management, a leading destination management company in the Gulf, was declared the winner of the ‘Best DMC Worldwide’ Award by Virgin Holidays at a glittering ceremony held in London. More… |
Virgin Voyages begins construction of first shipVirgin Group founder Sir Richard Branson and Virgin Voyages president and CEO Tom McAlpin hosted a ‘Ship Tease’, where key details were revealed about what sailors can expect on the first of three ships, coming to the high seas in 20 More… |
Virgin Group chairman to invest in Saudi tourism projectRichard Branson, founder and chairman of Virgin Group, is looking to invest in a major project that will turn 50 Saudi Arabian islands into luxury tourism destinations, a report said. Branson is the first international investor to More… |
Virgin Atlantic first European airline to be fully wifi connectedVirgin Atlantic has become the first airline in Europe to offer wi-fi across its entire fleet – ensuring customers can remain connected across flights to and from the US, Caribbean, Africa, Asia and the Middle East. On the D More… |
Escape for summer with Virgin Limited EditionVirgin Limited Edition has launched a new selection of package holidays. From secluded mountain retreats to incredible safari experiences there's something for everyone to enjoy this summer. Kasbah Tamadot is the perfect place More… |
Passengers evacuated off plane from Dubai to HeathrowA Virgin Atlantic flight from Dubai to Heathrow, London was evacuated earlier today following a security threat, said a report. According to a report in More… |
Airbus set for Virgin, Germania order boostsAirbus is set to announce a key order for 8-10 of its biggest twin-engined model, the A350-1000, from Virgin Atlantic after beating Boeing to a scarce order for big jets as economic and political uncertainties overshadow the Farnborough Airshow. More… |
GE unit, Virgin sign lease deal for 10 Airbus aircraftGE Capital Aviation Services (Gecas), the commercial aircraft leasing and financing arm of GE, has signed a deal with Virgin America to lease 10 new Airbus A321new aircraft powered by CFM's Leap-1A engines to expand the carrier's fleet More… |
Virgin plans to launch rockets into space from 747 jetsRichard Branson, the founder of British airline Virgin Atlantic, plans to launch commercial rockets into space using a Boeing 747-400, said a report. The jet will be the launch platform for the satellite rocket being developed by More… |