Singapore Airlines KrisFlyer - Using the VS Clubhouse at LHR

How many others who fly through LHR use this place ?. I keep forgetting but after being aghast at that metal clad monstrosity that has ruined the view from the SKL F lounge (aka the new A380 gates), I decided to check it out.

Wow, that is going to be some lounge when the second phase is finished. It's not too shabby now either. I think that may well be my lounge of choice when flying SQ out of T3. For those who haven't tried it yet I'd highly recommend checking it out.

If SQ got their act together and created some lounges like this place, coupled with their in-flight product they'd be on to a real winner. This is just my humble opinion and is in no way aimed at our SQ marketing dept lurkers. ;)

I've used it a few times but there is a catch, you can't take a guest in with you no matter what class they are flying so unless you are travelling alone or with another PPS card holder it's no use. I used it with the other half three weeks ago when we were going off on holiday :)

I agree about the monstrosity outside the window of the SKL, it's awful, it has totally ruined one of my favourite lounges. As it's part of the gate structure for the A380 though, I suppose SQ can't complain too loudly.

The SKL is still the best *A lounge at LHR, but IMO, the MH Golden Lounge now has the edge for best overall.

I'm just wondering if they give you guys any trouble when accesing the VS Clubhouse? Did you have to give any explanations at all about SQ, PPS, etc.? I routed my RTW to LHR just to visit the VS Clubhouse this December. I'm really looking forward to it. The closest thing I'll ever get to flying VS for now!

The SKL is still the best *A lounge at LHR
I especially enjoy the sleeping areas there. ^ Probably the best lounge in all of T3 and probably the only positive aspect of that terminal.

BTW is BAA still dumping SQ at the far end gates (32, 35, 40, 42, etc)? The last several times I've taken an SQ flight to/from there, I nearly strained a muscle in my thigh each time because the aircraft was parked sooooo faaaaaar awaaaaay. I'm already bracing for the worst come February when I'll be taking SQ322. :(

BTW is BAA still dumping SQ at the far end gates (32, 35, 40, 42, etc)? No.. we were at Gate 21 for SQ319 last weekend.

Hello,

I have an LHR-SFO flight on VS but I am a KF *G I presume that I will be able to access to Clubhouse aswell. There was a post about this but I think it was from last year...anything changed?

Cheers

Clowesy

Hello,

I have an LHR-SFO flight on VS but I am a KF *G I presume that I will be able to access to Clubhouse aswell. There was a post about this but I think it was from last year...anything changed?

Cheers

Clowesy

Nothing has changed. You will have access to the Clubhouse.

I used the VS clubhouse for the first time yesterday before my SQ317 flight and I have to say I was very impressed. I think I will definitely use it over the SKL in the future.

I agree about the monstrosity outside the window of the SKL, it's awful, it has totally ruined one of my favourite lounges. As it's part of the gate structure for the A380 though, I suppose SQ can't complain too loudly. The SKL is still the best *A lounge at LHR...

Remember that SQ are moving to terminal 1 shortly - although just after the A380 arrives (unless it's delayed again) and taking over the BD lounge, so the hassle of looking at those gates will be short lived - 'cos soon, the only choices for a lounge crawl will be SQ, BD or the new *A lounge - which will incorporate the transfered SKL.

Shame really, I quite like the SQ/SK/UA lounge crawl at the moment, which sets you up nicely before another flight to SIN.

Remember that SQ are moving to terminal 1 shortly -


Where on earth have you got that from ?.

SQ are not moving over to T1 until T5 opens at least when BA's move will free up gates for others, and that's not until 2008. SQ will be the first to operate the A380 at LHR, and the only place they are preparing to accept those things initially is that area of T3 near the SKL where they are preparing 4 gates next to each other.

I understand (from the PPS co-ordinator) that SQ will not move to T1 initially - even when the other *A carriers do. Whether or not the proposed Heathrow East development changes that I don't know but they were not planning to move until 2010.

what are the conditions for using the VS lounge when travelling on SQ?

I have *G with BD but will be travelling Raffles - can I access the VS Clubhouse?

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I think BD *G members have only access to VS club house when travelling on VS, see this thread (http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/showthread.php?t=438153)

I understand (from the PPS co-ordinator) that SQ will not move to T1 initially - even when the other *A carriers do. Whether or not the proposed Heathrow East development changes that I don't know but they were not planning to move until 2010.

That is my understanding to.

Just saw this on the website: (http://www.singaporeair.com/saa/en_UK/content/krisflyer/aboutpps/pps.jsp)


"Only Solitaire PPS Club and Life members have access to Virgin’s “Revivals” arrival lounge in London; access is limited to members arriving on SQ322 only. Members will not be able to invite guests to use the lounge."

Just saw this on the website: (http://www.singaporeair.com/saa/en_UK/content/krisflyer/aboutpps/pps.jsp)


"Only Solitaire PPS Club and Life members have access to Virgin’s “Revivals” arrival lounge in London; access is limited to members arriving on SQ322 only. Members will not be able to invite guests to use the lounge."
Thank you! Hopefully will be able to take advantage this very soon.

Can kris flyer gold's use the virgin clubhouses when flying coach on virgin?

Can kris flyer gold's use the virgin clubhouses when flying coach on virgin?

Don't think so. It's a PPS only benefit IIRC.

Can kris flyer gold's use the virgin clubhouses when flying coach on virgin?
Don't think so. It's a PPS only benefit IIRC.
Last year I received email confirmation from VS (http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/showthread.php?t=434350) that Elite Golds can use the Clubhouse (except in Newark) when flying in VS economy. (They can also use Upper Class checkin and have priority boarding and priority luggage privileges.)

shortfinals, maybe you are confusing the question as "using VS Clubhouse when flying coach on SQ"?

shortfinals, maybe you are confusing the question as "using VS Clubhouse when flying coach on SQ"?



Last year I received email confirmation from VS that Elite Golds can use the Clubhouse (except in Newark) when flying in VS economy. (They can also use Upper Class checkin and have priority boarding and priority luggage privileges.)



Eek! Oops! Sorry :D