An 0600 start on Thursday morning for our flight to BCN. Unfortunately staying at the Sofitel you come into the terminal at the opposite end to the first class check in. But when we got there were 2 people in front of us but 6 agents to check them in. So very soon off to the passport check and as usual Mrsdrron goes first only to be told the gold member goes first. Oh the English.
Then to security with no one else there. It is everything out here plus insisted that shoes,belt all electronic and fluids out. Also insisted that I go through the X-ray rather than the body scanner. They backed down but got the last laugh as when I put my hands in the air because of my weight loss my pants fell down.
But at least no pat down. Very soon into the first class lounge and had a bit of brekkie. All the wines were out if you wanted any but we resisted the urge.
Went to the gate about 5 minutes before boarding was to start. It obviously going to be late. The agent made the usual spiel about the plane being late causing the delay. But then she added but it was only a couple of minutes late but because of the usual London shambles it will be about 30 minutes delay.
Boarding though was organised and efficient. When the doors closed the CSM came and talked to me and 1 other fellow. To me as well as welcoming me aboard said just ask if you want anything and you can have a drink whenever you want it. I did think of asking for champagne but thought it would be an English sparkling so didn’t. Obviously only 2 golds on the flight.
Service was excellent. There was a choice of a full English breakfast,poached eggs with a tomato ragout or muesli. I had the poached eggs and they were excellent. Runny and a deep orange coloured yolk. I also love tomatoes and mushrooms so it was a breakfast right up my alley.
Other wise an uneventful flight and soon we had landed at BCN.
