My BEST flight ever and what a bargain it was! London to Seattle in Upper Class with Virgin Atlantic

I had some old air miles, frequent flyer points, whatever they're called these days and they were about to expire. So I was faced with a 'use them or lose them' dilemma. Of course, I used them, and booked the most distant destination I could find for the dates I needed - Seattle, Washington, USA. I had just enough to be able to book Premium Economy, and that was fine by me. But then, a couple of days before the flight, I got distracted by the 'bid for an upgrade' button on the website. A bit more research showed I could bid any amount from £400+ for the chance to upgrade to Upper Class. The website suggested the average accepted bid to be around £800, but of course, this was too much for me, so I took a chance on bidding the minimum without any real optimism that is would be accepted. How wrong was I...The funny thing is, I actually bid the same for the return flight, but when the outbound was accepted and £400 swiftly deducted from my bank account, it was a mad scramble to delete the return, as I had a sneaky suspicion I'd get that too, and believe me, another £400 was not something I could afford however tempting it may have been to have a proper bed on the overnight leg!
So join me on a very rare treat, 10 hours in Upper Class with Virgin Atlantic. I know it's the older Upper Class product, but what will I make of it? Stay tuned to find out and enjoy the video...
Music courtesy of epidemicsound.com
('A traveling spirit' by Daniel Kadawatha)
Filmed on Saturday 5th November 2022 onboard Virgin Atlantic Flight VS105 LHR SEA.
Hi, I’m Steve, a travel reviewer from Scotland. Join me on my adventures as I discover my own country, often visiting places for the first time, so hopefully it's as much of an eye-opener for you as it is for me! Don't expect expert opinion, just a very honest journey of discovery. Sometimes featuring my intrepid sidekick Alicja, sometimes featuring adventures beyond the borders of Scotland. Enjoy!
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[@michaelscott2789]

You knew you where in for a good flight when the cabin crew member give you a kiss 💋 👍

[@steve-marsh]

Haha some welcome aboard eh!?

[@ColinSlocombe]

I like your shirt from the charity shop

[@AtOddsAlways]

Your trip reports are a genuine tonic for me these perilous days. I'm a US citizen so imagine what you'd like. I worked for a major U.S. airline for 35 years including 5 months as an inflight service director and as a manger of of the company's international computer maintenance services. Now at 77 and no longer able to travel or take advantage of my mobility and enjoyed benefits, your stories bring back many memories. If anything, they've shown me all the wonderful places I could have (and should have) visited while I was able. We do share a couple common traits that, in my opinion, make visits much more enjoyable: (1) do it solo unless you have a companion whose interests both of you share and; (2) whenever possible and with personal safety in mind, take the backstreets. Keep these coming Steve! (BTW, your Bergen cable car video and summit hike sealed my Patreon enlistment!)

[@berenicebaker7191]

I travelled Business Class to Sydney and haven’t been able to travel Economy ever since. The difference is astounding. Everywhere you go in the airport clutching your Business Class Boarding Card you are approached and courteously ushered past every queue, through hidden doors, etc, it was magic. And the seat! So, so, comfortable, with built in massage. Heaven.

[@stanleybuchan4610]

I'm never going back to Economy.Too many selfish eff-wits who have no regard for other passengers.

[@abadplanner1]

The extra cost of business class will pay for a 5 star resort for a week.

[@ianjohnson1207]

Business class, oh how common, certainly couldn’t travel anything less than First

[@abadplanner1]

The cost of the biz class ticket is the same as two week in a five star resort... or spend 12 hours in a seat.... muppet.

[@ianjohnson1207]

@@abadplanner1 Oh darling if you can afford to fly First, you don’t worry about the cost of Hotels, certainly don’t stay at a “resort” Ps you really need to look up the meaning of sarcasm This is a pi## take to the original poster at the start of this thread

[@pixelfascination]

2 uploads in 24 hours? It's like Christmas come early. Thanks mate, you're a star.

[@steve-marsh]

Haha cheers mate! Have a great weekend :)

[@lindashoemaker8940]

Steve smart idea to use points before expiration on a premium class flight the seat looked great service impressive (I’ll never afford it) and sky video super ! I think I saw you waving to me as you flew over New Jersey 😁Thx as usual see you soon😘

[@FlyingScot]

Dang Steve,if I had known you were coming over I'd have put you up so you could do some more filming around the area..I live close to where Carnation Milk came from! Send me a note when you plan on coming over next time...I'm from Glasgow been here 23 years...

[@FloatingCroc]

Another belter. Good work my man 👍

[@ColinSlocombe]

Very exclusive Steve 😮

[@rich_devoto]

Flippin heck slumming on the overnight coach via Sunderland to experiencing this! As someone who couldn't believe it when I got a 'free' mini bottle of wine on a KLM flight from Newcastle to Amsterdam- and realising this might be as good as it gets! - thank you for a down-to-earth approach to the other side of travel!

[@steve-marsh]

Cheers Richard, nice to see how the other half live, but back to reality soon :)

[@TheUluxian]

My jaw hit the floor when I saw that price..(The original, not the discount). I flew Icelandair this past holiday season from Sea-Tac to Gatwick for just under £1000 RT. Of course that was plain old economy, but £10,000! No thanks..lol Anyway, enjoyed being envious over what I could have had at 10 times the price.. Safe travels, friend!

[@steve-marsh]

Yeah, surely nobody pays that rack rate, unless they are happy to throw their money away!

[@123chris0]

£400 upgrade is a steal for that seat, especially out of LHR with the lounge. I've been lucky to do upper class a couple of times. Great video.

[@steve-marsh]

Cheers Christopher! Absolutely! And I'd been a bit concerned I might not get lounge access with the cheap upgrade, but it really was ALL included!

[@exileinderby51]

Good for you Steve, you deserve a bit of luxury after your overnight bus journey. Great video as always.

[@steve-marsh]

Oh I’ll be back to reality on my next adventure I’m sure 🤣

[@petergoddard1960]

One hell of an experience, and what an amazing way to travel. A real eye opener for me for sure. Just like your comment on the flight, this video flew past so quickly. A marvellous watch!

[@steve-marsh]

Thanks so much Peter, a rare treat indeed, but back to reality for me now :D

[@bobhewings6812]

That was a great flight made better by caring friendly staff,well done Virgin Atlantic.Enjoy your visit Steve

[@steve-marsh]

The crew really did make all the difference on this flight, exceptional

[@dtvfan24]

yep virgin always friendly staff. and much better IFE

[@superally8077]

Fantastic video, we dont get to fly Virgin very often. We fly to the Philippines with PAL. Very similar in experiences. Great service and friendly crew always. As Richard Branson said. "Dont look after your customers, look after your employees and your employees will look after your customers".

[@steve-marsh]

So true mate, I hope the bosses realise what great employees they have!

[@superally8077]

@@steve-marsh Its a start pal.

[@zweispurmopped]

The food not having been prepared by me, the cabin crew being their lovely selves, I guess they'd have to drag me out by my feet. I wouldn't leave the plane voluntarily! 🤗 The clouds and the light over Seattle on approach were fantastic! 🥰

[@steve-marsh]

Oh I was distracted by that view for most of the flight, incredible!

[@JBFlytography]

Looks amazing! Never knew you could bid for tickets! Good to know! I’m going to Seattle next year, been on the bucket list for a while. Looking forward to next weeks video! Cheers again, Steve.

[@steve-marsh]

Enjoy the planning for your trip and hope you have an amazing time when it comes :) Hope you’ll have longer than the one day I had 🤣

[@jonathanmarkbotterell1926]

Hi Steve......a great vlog mate. Getting a big kiss on arrival too, a nice bonus. 😎☯️🌱

[@tombillotto6335]

Great video, as always, Steve. What a lovely version of "My Bonnie" - you always have excellent music.

[@KillilaghChurch12]

That was your best flight. This for me is the best flight review I’ve seen on KZbin to date. Download to earth and genuine. Really enjoy it , would make me consider Virgin Atlantic which I never thought of before . Thank you again. 😊❤😊

[@steve-marsh]

Hey thanks so much Joseph! Really appreciate it :)

[@TM-ht6id]

100% agree ! Breath of fresh air this guy 👍

[@alexf7377]

Getting a free or cheap upgrade going East is much harder, as demand is so much higher in that direction. Well done Steve, it's great to enjoy a travel treat, and paid out of your own pocket too (unlike most of your fellow passengers there I'll guess).

[@simonwhitlock9189]

It is always good to be made to feel special on a flight and the crew seems to have done that for you, stay safe and well, cheers.

[@steve-marsh]

They really do make all the difference on an otherwise very expensive product!

[@jonsant7232]

The views as you fly over the northern ice sheets never gets old, just beautiful

[@BarnieCowan]

So exciting to see you flying to my area. ( new vloger) I live four blocks from Point Roberts, Wa. USA . Now I will have to try and find your return home vlog! Thanks so much for your wonderfulVlogs😅 😊and it doesn’t matter what country you are in. They’re always basic, interesting and all true. Keep travelling and love Alecjia.

[@rogercolaris8175]

holy cow! That is an insane price even with points. you cannot argue with service with a Kiss and a smile🙂 Love the shots.

[@steve-marsh]

Cheers Roger!

[@runarandersen878]

If I saw a program like “Boarder control” or similar: And watched someone came from all the way from Scotland via London to Seattle to just stay 2 nights, because they liked traveling. Then I would have thought: Something is suspicious, he is hiding something:) Great video.

[@steve-marsh]

Haha I can understand the suspicion I guess :D

[@peterwilcox3470]

Did you see Fraser Steve ? 😂 looks fantastic mate

[@tsr207]

Another highly enjoyable video - Steve's videos are always down to earth and don't have the "jaded traveller" feeling that some You Tube productions have - you enjoy when he gets a treat (like the desert)and he talks to you like are in the opposite seat ! Excellent.

[@steve-marsh]

Thanks so much John! Really appreciate the kind comments :)

[@arronblack67]

Really really really enjoyed this video mate. Seems the Virgin crew have done you a great service on board, massive shout out to them for that. Very jealous of your travels on this one haha!! Thanks again 😎🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🇺🇸

[@steve-marsh]

Cheers Arron! A very rare treat indeed! :)

[@danieldravot341]

Watching these videos has expanded my scope when planning my travel. I’m planning on a week in London, but watching Steve has given me the idea of flying into Amsterdam or Paris, spending a night or two and taking the train through the Chunnel. Since my last trip there seem to be more options and better infrastructure for going further afield. Good on you, mate!

[@steve-marsh]

Oh no, don't use me as your travel agent, I'll have you walking round the streets all night with no hotel :D

[@danieldravot341]

@@steve-marsh, I’m too old to wander the streets so I’d have something handy but inexpensive like a Z Hotel in my back pocket for such emergencies, but seeing what the options are today, as opposed to those during my last trip, is invaluable.

[@peterdean8009]

Forget 'Chunnel'. That nickname died out not long after the Channel Tunnel opened. Likewise, 'Britrail' refers to a ticket/pass, not British Rail. Anyway, enjoy your travel.

[@danieldravot341]

@@peterdean8009, who said ‘Britrail’?

[@MGE9436]

Oh Steve, this was my favourite video so far. Loved the disclosure about your op shop shirt. Your honesty is so refreshing, and such a nice shirt. I envy your experience in upper class. It looked so comfy. One day when I win lotto. Thank you for all your videos, so enjoyable and best part all for free 😂😂😂 🌷

[@paulmark63]

Steve another great video looks like the service was brilliant and you got a kiss thrown in for good measure 😊😊 always love your videos Paul in Kent

[@steve-marsh]

Cheers Paul, that whole experience was 100% worth the bid price, an incredible rare treat which was embraced every minute!

[@rivergladesgardenrailroad8834]

not a lot nicer than a kiss from an air hostess, except then they invite you round home for a 'drink'.😊

[@bernicebest]

I was amazed to see a second upload Steve, this is my style of transport, if I could still travel! looks like no expense is spared, a great name ‘Dreamliner’ I bet you’ve never had a welcome like that before 😉 your face was a picture! when the seating area turned into a cosy nest I was very surprised, and you slept well, overall I was very impressed, I would give it five stars ⭐️ it was lovely to see you treat yourself to some luxury, sorry about the return journey, the glimpse of Seattle was amazing! well done you 👏👏🤗

[@steve-marsh]

Thanks Bernice! A very rare treat indeed and one I just couldn't turn down when the opportunity arose.

[@MartinCook-kg1vn]

I hadn’t seen this before, really glad I found it. There is something about arriving in the US which is special, that approach was it! I treated myself to BusinessClass BA Heathrow yo Nashville return last year as a retirement present to myself. Probably never again, but very enjoyable and glad I experienced it. The regulars just slept, abd I thought, they’re being paid for.

[@jzakary1]

Hope you had a great time in Seattle. I lived for seven years on Lake Union, back in the early 2000's. I still miss the city. 🥰

[@steve-marsh]

What a setting that city has! Incredible! Sadly I only had one day with not the best weather, but still had a blast :)

[@jzakary1]

@@steve-marsh Glad you had a great time, even if it was only for one day. That's great you were able to take the Lightrail. I moved away a few months before it opened. 👍

[@neillfotheringham211]

Visited Seattle back in 1978 when I was 14. We had family living in the area.1st holiday abroad,1st time flying. Went Prestwick to Vancouver on an orange 747 operated by Wardair Canada. Family then met us and we drove over the border

[@marthaanderson2656]

Hope you enjoyed your brief visit to Seattle, my home town. The only thing that can make that flight better is when the skies are clear and you get to see the amazing mountains

[@Dkentflyer]

What an fantastic flight and an amazing price! I've never flown first class and would love to one day. Great video Steve.

[@creationinmotion4124]

I was last in Seattle in 1991 to visit relatives in Oak Harbour . Nice to see it again. Thanks Steve 😊

[@carrieboultby7516]

Oh. @09.43 - lovely sunshine through the clouds! At 12.04 - absolutely beautiful!

[@jamessmith6402]

Thanks Steve that was a brilliant video Virgin look a lovely airline to travel with

[@steve-marsh]

Cheers James, a rare treat indeed! :)

[@davidlittle7182]

Watched this before getting up on a Sunday morning. It’s so relaxing

[@steve-marsh]

Thanks for coming along David!

[@EPSkis]

This looks like an epic trip! Definitely going to add a flight like that to my bucket list!

[@steve-marsh]

On flight like this, the longer the better :)

[@JJRoe]

Another terrific video! I envy your experiences. All the best to you and Alicja.

[@ChristineNarramore-b9g]

I really enjoy your videos of Scotland. I have Scottish heritage and since I will never get to visit Scotland myself, I am loving seeing it through your eyes. Would love to see places like Edinburgh, Glasgow etc. Thanks for such interesting videos!

[@DSTWizz]

Love the extra camera stuck to the window so that you could capture the view even when your nose isn't pressed against it! What a bargain, too. Really enjoyed travelling with you, virtually, Steve.

[@steve-marsh]

Cheers David! Aye, the cabin crew were awfy interested in the wee suction cup on the window too :)

[@MrSnout5]

Thanks, Steve, for a wonderful video, from an Englishman living in Scotland. I miss flying to the USA, which I haven't done since 1998. The views into Seattle looked great, Washington State is beautiful; the last time I was at the Space Needle was in 1981 just after the eruption of Mt St.Helens, which was still blowing smoke across the state. One thing I don't miss is the reception one always gets at US Immigration, they seem to have a courtesy bypass, at least in my experience. I look forward to your future videos.

[@RedStickHistorian]

They aren't any nicer to U.S. citizens and T.S.A. security personnel are usually a nightmare.

[@steve-marsh]

Haha you are so right, they often have a very stern approach, trying to intimidate almost, I remember the first time I visited as a teenager and I was seriously scared, but now I just laugh at it :D

[@PlanesTrainsEverything]

Another great video. VS cabin crew have such a good reputation when it comes to inflight service, and your video confirmed this. A kiss from a flight attendant?? Just you wait until Alicja sees this video! I think you may be onto something about the bidding process. Airlines are scrambling to get as much revenue as possible at the moment, and if there's space in the Premium cabin, why not make £400 and make one passenger a very happy man! It's a win-win for everyone. :-)

[@steve-marsh]

Yeah that makes a lot of sense mate, and happy for them to take £400 from my bank account for a rare treat like this! The cabin crew really took this from a good flight to a great one.

[@plunder1956]

After a trip from Toronto (overland right across Canada) I flew back from Vancouver, which follows a similar track over the pole. The views can be stunning. A friend of mine gets regular long distance Business Class travel on Singapore Airlines - a very lucky lady. If you travel a lot, that really is the way to do it. She often sends me pictures of her luxurious seating, I do feel jealous.

[@TheUncleGrant]

Wow Steve, What a great welcome you got from the Stewardess ! She must have thought you were D.I. Jimmy Perez from Shetland to get that Kiss !!😉 Another great trip report, You are an inspiration to so many Travellers, Well done.

[@steve-marsh]

Haha love it! :D

[@killerqueen9298]

Hi, Steve. You are correct, you should have gone with the pie. Last time I flew VA in October 2022 I couldn't decide what to have so the FA suggested the pie. A good choice. I complely agree with you about the cabin crew. They are the best in the sky by far, followed by Qantas. The purser that welcomed you on board was on one of my flights. I flown with VA six times now and can't wait fore the next. Thanks as ecer for bringing us this video🙃🙃❤❤

[@markb1971]

Brilliant Steve , I once bagged a free upgrade from Sri Lanka to London back in the 90s , still the best flight I've ever had 👍 Fave you tube channel mate

[@steve-marsh]

Hey thanks so much! Glad you've had that upgrade buzz! :)

[@Timstravels01]

Great vid as always. Mrs TT and I flew with Virgin Atlantic in Upper Class to Boston back in 2017 (before I was YouTubing) honestly what a product it is. From start to finish it is special. I really enjoyed getting your perspective on it. What a price too!

[@stephenpegum9776]

I had to smile when one of the automatic videos popped up in this vlog - of course it was for Virgin Atlantic! Who else?! And on a personal note, I'm pleased to see that when you showed us your confirmation email you spell your first name the proper way !! 😎😆

[@steve-marsh]

Haha the only way mate :)

[@flyinghedgehog3833]

Did Upper to Atlanta B744 2005..Amazing ! Butler offers their shoe shine service... Er OK why not ! Lounge food was top notch.

[@kelleywoods5244]

And there we were feeling sorry for you wandering the streets of London at night like a homeless orphan!!🤣🤣🤷‍♀️ Because VA and Air NZ are in partnership, we were unexpectedly put on a VA flight from Heathrow to San Francisco in 2018. Seriously the best service ever, even though we weren't in the posh seats. I asked for chicken for lunch, and they had run out. The crew member then went to the business class section and snuck one of their meals down to me🥰 Even the check in the process was fabulous, we were really looked after well. Can't ever see us turning left on the plane, but well done finding those fares!

[@steve-marsh]

Kelley I 100% still require your full sympathy :) Hey, glad you had a nice ride with them too :)

[@dafyddthomas7299]

Excellent videos - thanks for cheering us up - we haven't been on holiday for 5 years / due to punishing task of me looking after as a carer for my parent(s) - thanks for your a1++++++++ videos for boosting our outlook in life back.

[@steve-marsh]

So glad you enjoy the videos, wishing you and yours all the very best!

[@dafyddthomas7299]

@@steve-marsh Thanks Steve.

[@stuartjgarland]

Thanks Steve, a nice truthfully warm and sincere review, none of the cheesy sponsored stuff, I am sure Alicja would have loved to join you on First Class. Freat to hear your positive experience with the crew, can't wait for next week's video

[@steve-marsh]

Cheers Stuart! Thankfully Alicja doesn't get as excited about the travel bit as me, otherwise she'd have killed me :D

[@lindashoemaker8940]

Steve (lost my comment)😂Anyway so smart to use flight before expiration sky video epic premium class and crew top drawer! I think I saw you wave when you flew over New Jersey 😃Thx see you soon😘

[@steve-marsh]

I had my hand out the window waving Linda!

[@DaveyPalmer1]

Superb as always Steve. Those views of the Hebrides & the Arctic circle were nothing short of spectacular. Looking forward to next week's vid as it promises to be awesome.

[@steve-marsh]

Cheers mate! I actually chose this route specifically to see those very sights :)

[@roystonvasey5471]

Thus spoken like a true Scotsman - every penny is a prisoner. Another excellent video as always. Thank you for one of my weekend highlights.

[@steve-marsh]

Haha so true mate! :D

[@lookoutleo]

Love your videos , your like me, so happy to get a wonderous seat like that, unlike some of the other vloggers on here . It's such a great seat and friendly company and staff . I would spend couple weeks in Seattle

[@christinehodge3608]

Very informative, it looks like you get looked after very well,nice drinks, glad you enjoyed your pudding, beautiful views, scones look nice and choice of jams,

[@ScottishT]

Wow Steve, that really didn't disappoint. Incredible to see that and what a saving. I never get a kiss on the cheek from Ryanair😁thanks for sharing, glad I saved this till today to watch.

[@steve-marsh]

Haha I'm back to earth with a bump now mate!

[@vetworker]

Wow what a bargain. I could certainly get used to travelling like this.

[@tiffanigulbransen5297]

Love your videos. Saw your comment about getting grilled by TSA because you are traveling by yourself for a short stay. It's just the nature of their job. We get grilled EVERY time we go to the UK. The first time was my 9 year old and I into Edinburgh. The customs agent grilled my son and I about where we were going, who we were seeing, how long etc. The next year was my husband, now 10 year old and I flying into Gatwick and it was the same grilling. Same for the next 3 trips in and out of Gatwick. We joked that the most unfriendly people in our trips over were always the customs agents. We flew on Virgin Atlantic 3 of our 5 trips and their service is impeccable.

[@steve-marsh]

Haha yes, it works both ways for sure! Oh I must say arriving in Edinburgh is my least favourite experience, even as a local. It's not a genuine Scottish welcome for sure :D

[@al6773]

Another great video Steve. Look forward to watching your day in Seattle and the return leg too. Stay safe and thank you ✈

[@steve-marsh]

Thanks so much, Seattle was fun, editing the video just now :)

[@fishingstevie8830]

Good one Steve , Enjoyed this one and aye a better way tae travel fir sure ✈ 😊 Enjoyed all cheers and safe travelling , look forward to others 👍

[@iancamp5523]

What a great airline Virgin Atlantic are, any class they still outclass other transatlantic carriers! They are our go to airline. Be on them again in the spring.

[@johnaitken6134]

Top quality video as always, Steve, and it's wonderful to see travel getting back to normal. Keep up the great work.

[@steve-marsh]

Thanks so much John! Yeah, been a while since I've had the chance to get over to that side of the world!

[@robsterbob580]

Looks amazing! I flew Heathrow to Seattle years ago with Air Canada, changing to a smaller aircraft in Calgary. I only changed planes in Calgary, but I bought a Calgary fridge magnet from the airport! 😃

[@steve-marsh]

Haha nice! I do the same during layovers :)

[@dumbblonde3785]

Steve I love how down to earth you are from your thrift shirt to appreciating this amazing flight. 😊.The salt and pepper shakers " pinched from Virgin " made me laugh.Looking forward to your next video of Seatle. Thankyou.

[@steve-marsh]

Thanks Sarah! And pinched they were ;)

[@dumbblonde3785]

Haha I won't tell if you don't😂

[@reesestevenson5492]

Dannnnnnnnng Rolls Royce engines and first class. What a trip. What are the odds you come in to a sunny Seattle? Haha So the flight was 10 hours?! Shoot. Loved the video. Come on back this weekend for the game and bring the lady! Haha we will go to a bar in Columbus. Great video. Enjoyed watching the travel What a steal on the deal!!!

[@steve-marsh]

That would be beyond cool mate! One day!

[@reesestevenson5492]

@@steve-marsh one day, indeed. I will hold you two to it. We will get tickets and go. Have a great week!

[@Extased]

What a lovely welcome onboard 😘 Virgin crew are always ace, make you feel a million dollars and like you’re an old friend they haven’t seen in years

[@steve-marsh]

So true, they do it so well and with genuine warmth

[@johannes.f.r.]

I always have a hard time getting excited about airplanes. I'm still always amazed at the concept of flying and the perspective it gives you on the world. But I can't get excited about being inside an airconditined cubicle for a whole day. Still enjoyed the video, always like seeing you enjoy your travels.

[@steve-marsh]

Thanks Johannes, I get what you’re saying - it’s funny that ‘first class’ travel is basically like being in a hostel dormitory, but sold to us very differently 🤣

[@stevenmc4446]

wow living it up looked great looking forward to the contrast on the way home

[@steve-marsh]

Cheers mate! Aye, back to reality on the return :D

[@allanmorton6022]

Steve, so glad you got some luxury for a change! You deserve it. I once went BA to San Francisco and it was nothing like your experience on this flight. Are you now expecting a kiss from all flight attendants now? Love the wee train too.

[@steve-marsh]

Haha I'll be emailing Ryanair to see how much extra they charge for the kiss

[@etherealenigma2008]

Thanks so much for doing this video. I had no idea how the 'other half' lives. Now, that's traveling with style. Glad you could document it for me, since I'll never see it. What a great deal you got. Love all your videos! (Oregon, US)

[@steve-marsh]

Thanks a lot :) I must say, the other half live well :D Apart from the obvious onboard experience, what really blew me away was the airport experience. I am not a big fan of airports, but with this ticket, it's a great place to be!

[@katesterly547]

Almost makes me want to take a flight, almost. Flying does not even make it into my top three ways to travel. Can't wait to see what you do in Seattle in just one day. Hope the US was very hospitable. Say hi to Alicja for me. Be well, stay safe, love from Texas.

[@steve-marsh]

I understand Kate, and I’ll be honest, when get home from these long ones, I’m even more exhausted than in my other (less luxurious) adventures! Have a great weekend!

[@robertbeaty8744]

Hey Steve. Next time you cross the pond come to Daytona/DeLand instead. We will pick you up, board and feed you then show you around some. Could even arrange some Mickey time. Just have to let us know. Great video again!

[@steve-marsh]

Sounds fantastic mate, thank you!

[@Thirdd3gree]

I was also on this flight with you, saw myself a few times. It was only when you said it was Dream Girl and I saw Rachel did I remember that I saw someone in a blue and white shirt with a camera on the plane. It was a great flight, the staff are the best aren't they. For price reference I booked the flight only a week before (on Halloween) and it cost about £6.5k return (and this was selecting upper class directly). This was done through my company as it was a business trip.

[@steve-marsh]

Haha no way! Cheers for watching! I was very relieved at the end to see it was booked via your company 😂 all the best to you, and hope you get plenty more videos up the front of aircraft 😊

[@Margi183]

Jeepers you could have come and stayed with my fam but we're a couple of hours away from Seattle. You'd be welcome, esp so you don't need to turn around and go right back wow! Really enjoyed this video. Thanks!

[@steve-marsh]

Ach that would have been amazing!

[@Margi183]

Anytime you guys.

[@philquadra]

Good one Steve, you were flying in the lap of luxury! A well deserved treat for you.

[@steve-marsh]

Cheers Philip! A rare treat indeed, but makes me embrace it all the more!

[@myrabenson1603]

What an amazing experience pleased you got a good flight after some of your travels xx😊😊

[@lynetteetter8097]

Think I'll have to look at Virgin Atlantic the next time I fly over to England. Great video. Only live about 1 1/2 hours from Seattle.

[@seanavery7265]

Thanks so much Steve for sharing that great flight.we had a virgin 350 take the footballer s off .love from Birmingham.🎅✈️

[@steve-marsh]

Ahhh cool! Thanks Sean :)

[@Jimsraisedbedgarden]

Love this Steve , lovely to see how the other half live lol 😂

[@heathertruskinger6214]

Hiz Steve ..that indeed was a bargain ! I do something similar here in Australia. I will book Virgin Australia economy X seat, and then I make the lowest possible bid for a business class seat. The only down is that I am limited in how much luggage I can take.( I have to stay with the Economy class allowance). Buts thats fine for me. Spoiling us all with 2 uploads in 1 weekend, was pretty cool, too. Those cute little salt and pepper shakers are such a nice touch. I wonder how many passengers sneak them off the plane, at the end of their flights !🤔😆

[@steve-marsh]

Haha I’ve got a set at home with me 🤣 with this one, the bid to upgrade includes everything, at first I was a bit worried they wouldn’t let me into the lounge, but it was all good :)

[@mgraemem]

Hey, Steve! You landed in our neck of the woods! We live in near Portland, Oregon about 200 miles south. You found a much better way to go through Heathrow for sure.

[@steve-marsh]

Hey down there in Oregon! Another State in my heart!

[@leonlowe]

You'll forgive me, I hope, when I say I'm envious! Just over two months ago I paid approximately $2500 to fly First Class on Delta from Edinburgh to Boston. There was little comfort and the cabin crew did as little as possible. The meals were no better than I am used to getting in my usual cheap seats at the back! You did much better than me at your destination (which I've yet to watch), also. The closest I ever got to Seattle was SeaTac where I changed for Anchorage. Though I grant that your flight was super good, I don't know how you can describe a ten-hour flight as perhaps your best ever!

[@steve-marsh]

Haha that shows how good it was Leon! Sorry your recent one didn't hit the mark!

[@dazzlingdaz187]

Great video, Steve. I love your enthusiasm, I think its how I would be on that flight. And how friendly was that crew member? She must be a subscriber...

[@robbiephillipstravelsofple4790]

Nice Shirt Steve glad your bid worked out and you had a fantastic flight. Totally agree Virgin Cabin Crew are brilliant

[@steve-marsh]

Both absolute bargains mate :)

[@18robsmith]

Virgin Atlantic is one of the few major airlines I haven't flown with, but it looks fabulous in business/upper class.

[@steve-marsh]

Aye it really was, especially the crew, they were just fantastic

[@18robsmith]

@@steve-marsh Best crew I ever enjoyed was a regular on BHX/AMS headed up by "Miss Giggle" (especially on a last flight before a major when they had to empty to booze lockers....)

[@briansatchell2895]

Brilliant video.I didn't want it to end.

[@steve-marsh]

Cheers Brian! Appreciate it :)

[@gracesmith6199]

Your some guy, I would never get to these places Steve , thank you so much for taking me all over the place. The crew treated you really well , glad about that, it looked great. Your very smart to book a trip like that. Thanks again from me in Irvine 🤗

[@steve-marsh]

I got really lucky with this one Grace :)

[@jeffwilson9114]

Steve your best video yet... Loved every minute of it.

[@steve-marsh]

Hey thanks so much Jeff!

[@jamesmoore9511]

Ya flew right over my house and didn't even wave (Southwest corner of Seattle). Damn that was service and a half - I can only afford cattle car class. Great to see how the other half lives though. You got a real deal on that flight man.

[@TM-ht6id]

Hello Steve, just found your channel - thanks for the brilliant content. This video is class - you can tell you are appreciative of the upper class experience which gets lost on some other channels! Hope you had a great time in Seattle. All the best mate 👍

[@steve-marsh]

Hey I really appreciate you watching and getting in touch! Welcome aboard, just don't be expecting too many business class flights around here :D Have a great weekend!

[@WhoDeanyUnchained]

Oh wow! That is an amazing deal. I always thought the bidding was kind of fake and never tried it. This changed my mind on future flights.

[@tacodias]

I really dislike these new seats looking away from the window and with everyone’s feet in the aisle. Great video

[@steve-marsh]

Thankfully the newer design points the other way :)

[@lisamckay5058]

You were in Seattle?! I wish I could have bought you a beer while you were here! Thanks for the fun video. I'm so glad you got to experience such a fabulous flight.

[@steve-marsh]

Oh no way! Sorry Lisa, it was literally a flying visit! :(

[@vision_thing]

aye, did upper class in April to Orlando, cracking experience. thanks Steve, and you got a kiss too 😂

[@steve-marsh]

It's a fun few hours eh!

[@carolinelins2120]

Hi Steve !! We find your videos trying to find new ways to travel from Aberdeen (our home ) we are from Brazil and we enjoy so much your channel ! Tks for the amazing job ! Cheers !

[@steve-marsh]

Hey thanks so much Caroline! Really appreciate it and hope you are enjoying Scotland :)