Kiltman HT Mod wrote:

can you please help 'Hopingforagoodbreak' our new member

Not a problem
Hopingforagoodbreak,

Welcome onboard
LGW-HOG-LGW (TOM094/5) are operated by a former Thomsonfly Boeing 767-304/ER (winglets) on a 2 weekly basis at the moment with an ex-FCA on the oposing weeks. Assuming there are no changes, your flights should be an ex-FCA. You'll find extensive aircraft information on our What Aircraft? guide (link below). Whether to upgrade to the premium cabin and if it's value for money is personal preference. You are essentially paying for extra seat pitch (37/36" compared to 33"). Remember drinks aren't free, they are complimentory (you've paid for them as part of the package) and you get the upgraded IFE (£5 in economy for the premium films). It's a great experience, but personally, I think the economy cabin is more than adequate and I'd rather save the money and use it for trips or diving once in resort, or put it towards a nicer hotel and get the benefit for 2 weeks. That's just me though. You may find it's excellent value for money. The cabin crew are excellent and I'm sure you'll have great flights. If all you want is extra legroom though, then those seats may be a better option with the overwing exit seats giving more room than in premium. If you consider how many drinks you have on a flight, the cost of the extra IFE, and whether you need the extra 3kg or luggage allowance (some holidays come with that anyway), you can weight up the pros and cons and extra costs. Enjoy Cuba and the Guardalavaca /Holguin Province, it's a fabulous place.

Kiltman HT Mod wrote:

Ps I seem to remember you saying you were going for a flight on a Dakota

I certainly did! It's not possible now though due to a change in regulation in 2008 which is a shame. What a flight it was, the Dak is such a graceful aircraft and the sound of the twin-wasps is unmistakeable. I posted a few photos shortly after the flight; Dakota Fairwell Tour 2008, Blackpool: Flying 1940's style. Some better quality ones here.

Darren