Virgin Atlantic is delighted to announce that its Head Shoe Shiner, John Gray, celebrated his 80th birthday this week. John has been working in the Heathrow Clubhouse as Head Shoe Shiner for almost six years and has shined over 50,000 pairs of shoes over this time.
Steve Ridgway, Chief Executive of Virgin Atlantic Airways, said:
“I would like to congratulate John on celebrating his 80th birthday. John could not be called an old duffer but he is one hell of a buffer! He is regarded as a wonderful man by his work colleagues and was recently awarded ‘Employee of the Month’.
“It is such a milestone to reach and I’m sure everyone at Virgin Atlantic would like to join me in wishing John a very happy birthday!”
John Grey, commented:
“Working in the Clubhouse has given me a new lease of life and I’m happy to say that I get to work amongst friendly people in a very pleasant atmosphere. Life doesn’t begin at forty but eighty!”
Jean-Michel Dixte, General Manager of the Heathrow Clubhouse also added:
“John brings a wealth of warmth and expertise in handling our Upper Class passengers. He is a dedicated team player and has a wonderful sense of humour.”
The shoeshine service is just one of the unique services offered in the Heathrow Clubhouse. There is a poolside lounge that Upper Class passengers can relax in an oasis of tranquillity. The Business centre offers use of a fax, photocopier, telephones as well as access to the Internet and international financial news services. The whole lounge is equipped with the very latest wireless technology.
The Cowshed at the Clubhouse is a spa that offers passengers pre-flight grooming and relaxation salon offering a wide range of facials, massages and beauty treatments for male and female passengers. Hair cutting and styling is also available by Bumble & bumble at the Cowshed. Passengers can also choose to take a dip in the spa pool, enjoy a sauna or use the steam room. Within the spa area is also a St.Tropez tanning booth.
The new Clubhouse is also about to get even better as the final phase opens at the end of March 2006, which will see the Clubhouse almost double in size and introduce even more unique features.
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