Pink-Packed Pacific Party Plane

If your travel plans are not finalized, there's always Air New Zealand's Pink Flight. Scheduled to jump off from San Francisco on February 26, it promises to provide a plane-load of gaiety for the progressive tourist.

Kathy Griffin will unleash her D-List diva for one of the gay community's most celebratory A-List events. Air New Zealand announces that Emmy-award winner Kathy Griffin will be the official "Hostess" for the airline's first North American "Pink Flight," which is flying in celebration to the 2008 Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras.

"The passengers can expect a bawdy performance from me," said Kathy Griffin.

In addition to Kathy's performance, the Pink Flight will boast a full program of entertainment - such as live performances from drag queens, on-board music, contests and screenings of classic gay-themed films on Air New Zealand's digital in-flight entertainment system (IFE).

Pink Flight flyers will be treated to Kathy's stand-up comedy in the air, as well as more informal interactions between Kathy and the infamous drag queens from down under lead by Buckwheat, who will also be performing on the flight.

And, of course, Buckwheat has a special message for the travelers.

My team includes Miss Ribena, Miss Tess Tickle, and Miss Venus Mantrapp. It's not too long before we get to meet you in person ... so take care til we meet.

We shall put a smile on your face that will be long lasting ... pack your cabin full of fun and camera's for photo's (sic) because this inaugral (sic) flight of fabulosity has your name stamped on it in every way, shape and form!! Air kisses and hugs ... Buckwheat xxx

Booking information is at the link.