Virgin Atlantic Christmas Party Competition

Originally posted by Buzzlightbeer
We've won two tickets too. I've no idea what to expect though!

Oh, I am quite sure some alcohol consumption will be involved at some stage in the proceedings[:w]

A social report will definately be needed on this night out:D

Iain

Originally posted by Buzzlightbeer
We've won two tickets too. I've no idea what to expect though!

Based on your profile, they won't let you in anyway;)

DD

There are some decent hotels with good deals on Lastminute.com for that night around Crawley......

As for what to expect, the tickets for drink and food make it sound a little like the Flying Club summer parties??

Still, i am sure there will be plenty to see and do etc - it will also give us something to talk about with the next flight crew we see around the bar on-board!

If anyone likes the look of a local hotel, post it up here and perhaps we can designate it the V-flyer lodging which might make sharing taxis etc easier?

[HighFlyer]

Originally posted by markb
If anyone likes the look of a local hotel, post it up here and perhaps we can designate it the V-flyer lodging which might make sharing taxis etc easier?

Good idea! We might stay over, so good to get some options aired.

Im liking the Copthorne, or the Renaissance myself in Crawley, though there will be shuttle buses going to LHR and LGW after the event. Plenty of choice there.

Thanks,
Sarah

I entered that competition but sadly didnt win.......[:#]

[mitchja]

Originally posted by motherger
I entered that competition but sadly didnt win.......[:#]

Dont worry Ger, you not the only one who entered but didn't win as nothing here either.

Regards

YAY! I've won 2 tickets.. Can't wait!! Probably won't be there till late what with Friday night traffic though.

Thinking of staying in the Arora or Copthorne at present. Not booked yet though.

Congratulations to all the winners [y]. Nothing here though [B)]

Originally posted by sailor99
Congratulations to all the winners [y]. Nothing here though [B)]

Sailor, they must know you by now - did you really expect an invite[:p]

Originally posted by squish
I've won too! How many tickets did they give away?

So the party ends at 1am. You can buy tickets for the bus at 1am to get you to Heathrow, Gatwick or Brighton.

Why on earth would I want to go to Heathrow, Gatwick or Brighton at 1am? Why not central London? The trains don't run from Gatwick (which is only a few mins away) until 3am-4am... Can I fly to central London from Gatwick at 1am? No. Huh? I just don't get it.

James

Maybe because a lot of Virgin staff live in/near these places[:w]

[buns]

Sincere congratulations to all the winners[y][y][y]

You know you will all have an absolutely fabulous time

buns

Just got back to find a pair of tickets in my inbox as well!

Should be some interesting logistics as I'm flying Virgin to Vegas Sun morning and already booked into the Gatwick Hilton for Sat night. Maybe a night in Brighton maybe the best option can't see much to so around Gatwick all day Saturday..... maybe I can take up plane spotting.

Booked into the Ramada Plaza. Looks to be close enough.

I won a pair too. Marvellous. We're supposed to be babysitting and are trying to change things .. What a nice idea.

[HighFlyer]

Richard and I will be there, just trying to work out the logistics of getting down there on a Friday night. I hadn't realised quite how close to Christmas we are. Hope to meet some new V-Flyers at the do!

Thanks,
Sarah

Please...nobody misuse the photocopier

Dean

Hi All

Just had the offer of 2 tickets appear in my inbox ....... apparantly 50 more tickets available !! ...... just how many did they give away ?

The link to the original competition has expired ...... before I say yes .. anyone give me a steer on the format of the evening .... venue, dress code, times etc etc

Thanks

Mark

[HighFlyer]

Originally posted by mas66
before I say yes .. anyone give me a steer on the format of the evening .... venue, dress code, times etc etc

The party is at 'The Base' at Manor Royal in Crawley. Dress code stated is 'smart casual', so not quite tuxedo but smart nonetheless. Starts at 7pm going on till 1am. I think its a reasonably casual party.

Thanks,
Sarah

OH YAY! I have just been offered a pair of tickets too! Look forward to meeting with some of the V-Flyers on Friday! Looks like it will be a fun bash, as most of VS parties are!!!!! ;)

Are there people staying at LGW? If so which hotels? It would be fun to stay near each other? I not please feel free to tell me to buggar off! [:#]

Dominic

Woohoo! I've won a pair of tickets as well. [:p]

Problem is, I'm in Glasgow, and I need to decide whether I want to travel down - is it worth it? Anyone been to one before? [?]

Let me know, as I have to decide in the next 24 hrs!

Bummer is, I'm in London, flying back ion Thursday night!! [:(!]

Originally posted by mas66
Hi All

Just had the offer of 2 tickets appear in my inbox ....... apparantly 50 more tickets available !! ...... just how many did they give away ?

The link to the original competition has expired ...... before I say yes .. anyone give me a steer on the format of the evening .... venue, dress code, times etc etc

Thanks


Mark

Has the competition itself closed or just that particular link?

GOOD NEWS - A friend of mine has just received an invite to the party. FANTASTIC I thought as she had put me down to join her.

BAD NEWS - She is ill & unable to go, how cheesed off are we. What a friend to have , as much use as a chocolate teapot!!!

I shall read all your reports with great interest, have a fab time you guys & gals attending. x

I'm feeling a bit gutted! Until we moved abroad this year, I only use to live 10 miles away from Crawley, shopped there, worked there etc!

Thought it would be unfair to apply for tickets, knowing I couldn't go[}:)]

So, hoping all you V-Flyers have a great time at the VA Christmas party[y] and don't forget to take some pics:D

Hello

Im going to the Christmas Party too! Im just checking that you all know it isnt at the Base anymore. Its by The Office in the car park. Only over the road by thought I should let you know!

Whoo ! Won one.

Boo ! Will be on the road somewhere between South Wales and east Anglia.

Paul