SFO Welcomes Virgin’s New Look, Virgin America Welcomes Travelers with Sale

By Hipster Travel Guide Staff

Friday, April 08, 2011 at 11:20 AM

Virgin America, the only California-based US airline, opened up its new terminal in San Francisco Wednesday to all of the hoopla we've grown accustomed to with the hippest fliers in the country. Terminal 2, known as T2, will host Virgin as the anchor airline and the terminal's new look (it's actually been around for more than 60 years) is strictly got Virgin in mind throughout. The 640,000 square foot terminal is also the first LEED platinum certified terminal in the country — giving it some eco-goodness that no other terminal can currently enjoy. "As a new airline we've been able to use the latest in technology, design and sustainable practices to enhance the traveler experience, and we hope elevate the journey beyond just getting from Point A to Point B," said David Cush, President and Chief Executive Officer of Virgin America. "We're proud to unveil a new home that similarly reinvents the travel experience for the modern flyer -- and that also reflects the innovative,