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@UKstages Will do a post-cruise summary & put some final thoughts into this trip, allow for a day of rest ... been a long day for us. Norse non-stop departed LGW a few mintues early and wheels down @JFK almost 30 minutes early, tarmac delayed due to gate at T7 not being available and then issues with the jet bridge aligning with the B789. A very quick walk thru CBP w facial recognition, waited 10 minutes for luggage & zip thru USDA inspection, nephew got our text and drove over from cargo ops to fetch & drive us home. A few thoughts on Norse Atlantic Airway, nice B789 & even bathroom is "larger" than expected, maintenance & cleanliness in-flight below average & in need of improvement. Aircraft staffing level is higher from minimal services in-flight, being a LCC. Airport check-in open and opens 4 hours prior to scheduled departure. even carry-on luggage are weighted and tagged. Gate assignment info wasn't available until 80 to 90 minutes before gate departure and with early boarding (we're in Zone 2) - leave little time to buy food, beverage and/or snack for the flight (highly recommended) - the economy "box lunch" is small (with a choice of soda, juice or tea/coffee included, no refills offered - and NOT worthy paying upcharge for. No WiFi onboard offered, only some of the USB ports worked & good for charging. Overhead storage bin size is generous and bags are stored vertically to maximize space. We paid extra for extra leg room, forward section of cabin and priority check-in & boarding. Ended up having use of 3 bulkhead seat (11 D, E and F) but seat width being reduced - a tight squeeze. Bring a water bottle to refill airside, post-security and food/snacks for a long flight.
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An excellent half day tour, personalized guide services by Adrian from Paragon Taxis based out of Southampton ...the VW minivan was very comfortable for 4 of us, with plenty of storage for 4 checked suitcases, 4 carry-on bags and personal bags. Despite some traffic off the motorway and other roads, we made it to LGW just fine a little after 3 PM as arranged ... passing by McK'D's along the way to Washington for Gatwick. LGW's South Terminal drop-off area Norse's airport check-in will open 4 hours prior at 4:40 PM for our JFK flight.