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Brett Gibbons

Tobago becomes latest Caribbean destination for Virgin Atlantic as flights resume

Long-haul airline Virgin Atlantic is continuing to expand its Caribbean flight schedule with a twice-weekly services to Tobago.

The route will depart from London Heathrow every Tuesday and Saturday from January 29.

Customers will be welcomed aboard the airline’s Airbus A330-300, offering a selection of experiences across three cabins; Upper Class, Premium alongside the Virgin Atlantic classes of Economy, Delight, Classic and Light.

Return economy fares will start at £389 per person.

Tobago is famous for its beautiful climate, vibrant party scene and the world’s oldest protected rainforest. With a wide array of activities on offer, Tobago’s warm climate provides the perfect escape for some winter sun.

It’s often described as an ideal destination, renowned for its relaxing nature, pristine beaches and overall good vibes.

Juha Jarvinen, chief commercial officer at Virgin Atlantic, said: “We are thrilled to be able to restart our much-loved services between London Heathrow and Tobago. With delicious food, amazing music and stunning views, we know our customers will love exploring this unique island destination.

“The Caribbean is the linchpin of Virgin Atlantic’s leisure portfolio and we’ve recently introduced a number of new destinations to our flying programme, including The Bahamas, St Lucia and St Vincent and The Grenadines.

"We can’t wait to fly our customers safely to our amazing Caribbean destinations throughout 2022."

Meanwhile, Virgin Atlantic has extended its rebooking deal by a further eight months until December 31, 2023. The change allows any rescheduled bookings to be completed by the end of next year, giving a broader window of time to travel change plans if needed.

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