Oct 20th, 2010 at 4:30PM:
I scanned the tarmac from my window seat. No gorgeous models holding Virgin America flags. No extravagant red carpet or cocktail service set out under the inviting Orlando sunshine. No R&B icons, rock stars, or daytime soap actors to pose for the dozens of cameras lined up at the jet bridge.
I thought we might have taxied to the wrong terminal until I saw the undeniable proof that we ...Click on a label to read posts from that part of the world.
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Inside Virgin America's Orlando launch (w/ Photos)
Oct 20th, 2010 at 4:30PM:
I scanned the tarmac from my window seat. No gorgeous models holding Virgin America flags. No extravagant red carpet or cocktail service set out under the inviting Orlando sunshine. No R&B icons, rock stars, or daytime soap actors to pose for the dozens of cameras lined up at the jet bridge.
I thought we might have taxied to the wrong terminal until I saw the undeniable proof that we ...Virgin America launches SFO/LAX to Orlando! (Update: Photos)
Oct 13th, 2010 at 3:30PM:
For all you West Coasters still wondering where California's summer went, now's your chance to break out the sunscreen, fanny packs, and suit up in your classiest tourist garb. This morning, Virgin America officially launched its latest routes from San Francisco and Los Angeles to the 'fun capital' of America; Orlando.
To kick off the route, Virgin America has teamed up with Awkward Family ...Sir Richard Branson launches Virgin Hotels
Sep 22nd, 2010 at 10:45AM: It's official...the Virgin mega-brand is entering the hotel space. Our first clue? The launch of the Virgin Hotels website.
According to the website, the first hotels will open in North America and eventually go global. Branson promises to "re-define the customer journey from pre-arrival to check-out." Each of the hotels will be at least four-star quality, said Branson, who is currently looking ...GadlingTV's Travel Talk - Virgin America's first international flight - Toronto!
Sep 7th, 2010 at 11:30AM:
GadlingTV's Travel Talk, episode 29 – Click above to watch video after the jump
Join us on Virgin America's first ever international flight! We hop on a plane with Sir Richard Branson, Drake and a gaggle of entrepreneurs and fly on the airline's inaugural flight to Toronto, Ontario to explore the (arguably) most diverse city in the world.
In this episode's couch talk, we'll discuss ...Virgin Hotels? Sir Richard Branson's newest project gives travelers a 'suite' escape
Jun 30th, 2010 at 12:30PM: Nothing is out of reach for Virgin-founder Sir Richard Branson. On yesterday's inaugural flight from Los Angeles to Toronto, Branson dished on all things Virgin, including the upcoming 'rumored' Virgin Hotels.
Our friends at HotelChatter.com report that Branson is close to making an announcement about Virgin Hotels, a new luxury hotel option for travelers that will likely compete with top ...Richard Branson celebrates ten years of Virgin Atlantic flights to Las Vegas
Jun 16th, 2010 at 9:00AM:
Super entrepreneur Richard Branson just celebrated ten years of his airline flying to Las Vegas. And when Richard Branson celebrates, he does it the only way he knows how - with a hot model, a plane full of VIP's and the mayor of Las Vegas.
Virgin Atlantic started flying to Las Vegas in June 2000, and since then, they have flown two million passengers to Las Vegas. Next year, the airline ...Video of the week (3.26.10)
Mar 26th, 2010 at 6:00PM:
The Video of the Week for this week shows the first flight of White Night Two while carrying the Virgin Galactic "Enterprise" spacecraft. The flight took place just three days ago and is the latest step toward operating commercial passenger space flights in 2011.
Gadling was there when they unveiled SpaceShipTwo under very stormy skies. But they couldn't have had a more beautiful day to ...
Richard Branson hosts Kite Jam in British Virgin Islands
Feb 24th, 2010 at 8:00AM: British billionaire adventurer Richard Branson is throwing a kite boarding festival in the British Virgin Islands starting this weekend, with top kite boarders from around the world descending on the topical paradise to challenge the big winds, big waves, and one another.
Dubbed the BVI Kite Jam, the event kicks off on Saturday, Feb. 27th with a VIP party and fashion show sponsored by ...Richard Branson's new toy: A submarine with twist
Jan 30th, 2010 at 9:00AM: Some people hop in the water with a rubber duckie or scuba mask, Sir Richard Branson goes down under in a submarine.
Virgin's founder and self-made billionaire Branson already owns an international airline company, record label, mobile phone company, a few Caribbean islands and toys that would make James Bond jealous, and now he's adding one more piece of fun to his flare: the Necker Nymph.
...Exclusive video: SpaceShipTwo unveiling
Dec 10th, 2009 at 7:40AM:
Gadling goes Galactic. Be sure to check out the photo coverage here. Music: Above & Beyond - Buzz.
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Virgin Galactic's SpaceShipTwo (Photos)
Dec 8th, 2009 at 9:00AM:
December 7th, 2009; there's a good chance it won't be remembered as a milestone in history. But it can certainly be marked as a major stepping stone in the human endeavor of space exploration.
At roughly 5.30pm on Monday evening, Richard Branson, Burt Rutan, Governor Schwarzenegger and New Mexico Gov. Bill Richardson proudly rolled out Virgin Galactic's first test flight ready spacecraft. ...Virgin Galactic unveils SpaceShipTwo
Dec 7th, 2009 at 7:15PM:
It's a rainy, stormy day at the Mojave Spaceport - but it hasn't stopped over 800 press, crew, and future space tourists from gathering for Virgin Galactic's unveiling of their highly anticipated SpaceShipTwo commercial spacecraft.
This evening Richard Branson, Burt Rutan, and the Virgin Galactic team will be showing off the revolutionary machine that will be sending citizens into space ...Exclusive video: inside Virgin America's "Stay Golden" launch
Nov 20th, 2009 at 11:30AM:
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Full interview with Richard Branson in the video below. ...
Inside Virgin America's "Stay Golden" launch event (photos)
Nov 20th, 2009 at 11:00AM:
I looked around and tried to absorb what was unfolding before me.
VIP's and Virgin employees mingled on the patio of the beachfront W Fort Lauderdale. Nearby, a reality TV crew set up a shot for a new series about the lives of Virgin America flight attendants. Lights and loud music infiltrated the senses. It was a perfect backdrop for television, even though it didn't quite feel like ...Virgin America launches SFO/LAX to Ft. Lauderdale!
Nov 18th, 2009 at 2:00PM:
Greetings from 35,000 ft! Right now, we're onboard Virgin America's inaugural flight from San Francisco to Ft Lauderdale, which touches down in the Sunshine State at 3:30 PM.
Today's expansion marks the tenth destination for Virgin America and the first connection from the Golden State to the Gold Coast. In celebration, Virgin America has brought along a handful of winners from their "Stay ...New Virgin Atlantic iPhone app helps people with a fear of flying
Nov 5th, 2009 at 12:00PM: I suffer from serious anxiety while flying. I've tried learning about the mechanics of flight, popping Xanax, I've even taken a flight lesson in an effort to cure my fear. Sometimes I can stay calm, but on other flights, for apparently no reason, I'll suddenly have a panic attack. It's more than a small problem.
For people like me, Virgin Atlantic has created a new iPhone app based on their ...Plane Answers: Why can't airlines wait at the gate vs. in a queue on the taxiway?
Oct 5th, 2009 at 2:00PM:
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Welcome to Gadling's feature, Plane Answers, where our resident airline pilot, Kent Wien, answers your questions about everything from takeoff to touchdown and beyond. Have a question of your own? Ask away!
Mike asks:
Hello Kent,
There are ...Virgin Atlantic rolls out the red carpet for its 25th Anniversary
Jun 24th, 2009 at 10:00AM: As both Grant and Scott have mentioned recently, Virgin Atlantic is celebrating its 25th year in operation. As we've come to realize here at Gadling, the team at Virgin Atlantic is never one to turn down an opportunity to party. This past Monday in New York City, the Virgin crew once again made good on this reputation for star-studded celebration, inviting friends and family together for a raucous ...Adventure and Luxury in Morocco
Mar 23rd, 2009 at 8:00AM: Mountain trekking has become a favorite vacation for adventure travelers, with some jetting off to South America to tackle the Andes, others hopping a plane to Europe for a tour of the Alps, while yet another group will head to Northern Africa to experience the Atlas Mountains. That's exactly where travel writer Amanda Jones went when she wrote this piece for the LA TImes. Jones discovered that ...Behind the Scenes of the V Australia 777 tour
Feb 11th, 2009 at 1:00PM: When any Virgin company throws a party, it's usually in your best interest to show up. Whether this is a Virgin American inaugural flight with Victoria's Secret models, a Virgin Galactic tour in the Mojave Desert or plain old marketing schlep, you're almost always guaranteed to meet a few friendly faces, have a few drinks and learn something interesting about the Virgin brand. Last week's ...
