Virgin Atlantic is known for adding pizazz to everything they do. Weather it is the flashy red uniforms, purple mood lighting in their cabins, or a one of a kind clubhouse concept Virgin Atlantic sure does things differently. In celebration of the airlines 40th birthday, Virgin Atlantic will be rolling out tasty treats and a handful of surprises throughout the month of June.
Paying Tribute To A 40 Year Legacy
Virgin Atlantic has made quite a splash in the airline industry after their successful maiden flight June 22, 1984. In honor of the first flight, a specialty cocktail named Maiden Voyager will be available across all Virgin Atlantic clubhouses beginning June 1, 2024. The name of the cocktail pays tribute to Virgin Atlantic’s first aircraft that operated between London Gatwick and Newark back in 1984. The drink is a modern take on the iconic 80s ‘Woo Woo’ cocktail, including vodka, peach puree, fresh lime, grenadine, egg white and peach bitters. Virgin Atlantic’s renowned Mile High Afternoon Tea is getting a ruby makeover. Customers on select flights where Mile High Tea is served will receive new 40th commemorative themed menus before the spectacular spread is placed before them on a themed tray liner or box.
Celebratory Food Selections
In Upper Class, alongside a selection of finger sandwiches will be an elderflower & blueberry scone, a lemon and blackcurrant slice of birthday cake with a white chocolate disc and edible flowers, and a raspberry macaron with the airline’s 40th birthday logo topper. Both Upper Class and Premium Mile High Teas will be served alongside a Virgin Redhead. The raspberry macaroon will also be served in Premium, with a lemon and bergamot polenta mini cake. Economy customers will enjoy a refreshing glass of English sparkling wine by The Uncommon, with a beetroot swirl mini bagel, warm scone and lemon drizzle birthday cake topped with Funfetti.
Virgin’s Iconic Uniforms
Vrgin Atlantic is also diving deep into its heritage and marking its Ruby anniversary with a special display of Virgin Atlantic’s uniforms from the last four decades. The display will take pride of place in the London Heathrow Clubhouse, showcasing archived uniforms designed by the likes of Arabella Pollen, Elizabeth and David Emmanuel and John Rocha, as well as the current iconic design, honoring the late Vivienne Westwood, which debuted in 2014. Siobhan Fitzpatrick, Chief Experience Officer at Virgin Atlantic commented, “As we gear up to our Ruby anniversary, we are delighted to celebrate this milestone with our loyal customers, in our Clubhouses and onboard. For four decades, we’ve been there for the moments that matter and are committed to giving our customers the very best experience in the skies. “In our 40th year, our spirit is stronger than ever and the things that set us apart will keep us ahead. We look forward to the next 40 years as we continue flying to some of the greatest cities on earth, finding new ways to delight our customers with brilliantly different experiences, delivered by our amazing people.”