Sheeww, finally here in Cape Town. What a long time. For anyone traveling here give yourself at least 2 full days for travel. 12 hour lay over in London was only manageable because I was allowed in the private clubhouse lounge through Virgin Atlantic. WOW, what a place. Three levels, including a SPA, hair salon and movie area. Sushi made to order and every drink you could possibly think of, great music even better atmosphere. This place was like an airport "resort". And... there's no bill... it's all included in the ticket. If you ever get the chance to hang out at the Virgin lounge in Heathrow airport it's highly recommended.
Then on to another 12 hour flight from London to Cape Town. Not to sound like an infomercial for Virgin Atlantic but this airline has it right...Even the flight was fun because they have seats arranged everywhere in the cabin and they promote the passengers to mingle with one another. There is a bar with bar-stools, a handsomely dressed bartender and the staff though they do not drink will hang out and chat with you. The 12 hours only seemed like 11 when we arrived. The seats turn into a proper bed at the push of a button. The airline staff goes around to each passenger and offers pajamas and will tuck you in. Too bad I didn't bring a copy of Green Eggs and Ham with me so we could have story time. So far everyone seems very nice in SA but then again everyone also knows most of us tourist tip. My first hotel I'm staying at for the next few days is Pepper Club. Nice hotel. Centrally located. Amazing view of Table Mountain very small pool area but the over sized shower with rain effect shower head makes up for it. My only gripe is my cell phone service or lack there of. I paid extra for international service and zilch. This could be looked at like a blessing but it would be nice to have contact when you want it. Going back out to enjoy the weather... 80 degrees...Eat it NY!!!
More to blog later.
Then on to another 12 hour flight from London to Cape Town. Not to sound like an infomercial for Virgin Atlantic but this airline has it right...Even the flight was fun because they have seats arranged everywhere in the cabin and they promote the passengers to mingle with one another. There is a bar with bar-stools, a handsomely dressed bartender and the staff though they do not drink will hang out and chat with you. The 12 hours only seemed like 11 when we arrived. The seats turn into a proper bed at the push of a button. The airline staff goes around to each passenger and offers pajamas and will tuck you in. Too bad I didn't bring a copy of Green Eggs and Ham with me so we could have story time. So far everyone seems very nice in SA but then again everyone also knows most of us tourist tip. My first hotel I'm staying at for the next few days is Pepper Club. Nice hotel. Centrally located. Amazing view of Table Mountain very small pool area but the over sized shower with rain effect shower head makes up for it. My only gripe is my cell phone service or lack there of. I paid extra for international service and zilch. This could be looked at like a blessing but it would be nice to have contact when you want it. Going back out to enjoy the weather... 80 degrees...Eat it NY!!!
More to blog later.
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