The Frequent Flyer Program
By the Travel Editors at VacationIdea.com, Last Update: Jun 22, 2004
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As you accommulate more frequent flier miles, you can reach flying club silver and ultimately flying club gold levels.
Unlike with many other airline frequent flier programs, once you reach flying club silver on Virgin you will never be downgraded. To qualify, members need to make the equivalent of one Upper Class one-way flight. Flying club silver will get you priority status, Premium Economy check-in when flying Economy, priority waitlisting, express handling of rewards and exclusive offers.
Flying club gold benefits include Upper Class check-in regardless of traveling class, 24 hour access to theater and sporting ticketing with no booking fee and the ability to design your own awards.
Earning Miles
Virgin Atlantic's flying club has many partner airlines, hotels and car rental companies which will let you earn points. Airline partners include American West, Air New Zealand, British Midland, Delta, Gulf Air, Malaysia Airlines, Midwest Express and Singapore Airlines.At the time of booking and whenever you are checking in, mention your Virgin flying club number to receive proper credit.
Spending Miles
You can use your Flyingclub points for free upgrades, free flights, free companion flights, or redeem them on partner airlines, for hotel stays and car rentals.How to Join
Virgin Atlantic's frequent flyer program is free to join. You can sign up online at www.virgin-atlantic.com and receive your membership number right away, or pick up a paper application when you fly on Virgin.Virgin Atlantic