Online - August 08, 2007

Like a Virgin

Virgin America Launches

So much to envy about the English. The accents. The wit and whimsy. The accents.

And, of course, Virgin, the airline that likes to party.

Cross one thing off the list, because as of today, the new Virgin America is flying the friendly skies above our amber waves of grain.

The debut routes go from SFO to JFK and LAX. New York to L.A. starts on August 29; D.C., Vegas, and San Diego roll out this fall. And they’re adding 30 cities over the next five years.

What’s so special about another airline? Not much. Just spanking new planes, tons of TV and music options, IM capabilities with other passengers (hell-o, 24D), food you can order any time, mood lighting, and outlets at every seat.

And something that will turn the Brits green: Virgin America is a low-cost carrier. That means SF-LA for $44 (coach) or $149 (first class); NYC-LA for $129 (coach) or $389 (first class).

Yeah. We know how to throw a better tea party.

At any elevation.

Available online at virginamerica.com.

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