Consolidated "Business Class and *G Lounge Options in FRA" [Merged] {Archive}
Nov 21, 2006, 1:21 am
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Consolidated "Business Class and *G Lounge Options in FRA" [Merged] {Archive}
I'll be flying UA metal from IAD to FRA in "C" and then flying from there to NRT on NH210, also in "C". My layover in FRA is many hours. What is the recommended lounge to spend my time while waiting for my NH flight. I've heard horror stories about RCC, but believe I will have access to the NH lounge (is that correct?). Also have heard that there are more than one NH lounge available.
BTW, in case it matters, I'm 1P.
Thanks in advance for your recommendations.
Moderator's Note - The current thread may be found here
BTW, in case it matters, I'm 1P.
Thanks in advance for your recommendations.
Moderator's Note - The current thread may be found here
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Nov 21, 2006, 4:30 am
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Frankfurt
Are you Star Alliance Gold?
I just flew threw Frankfurt and really enjoyed the Senator lounge in the Domestic terminal.
I think near A26.
Good luck
I just flew threw Frankfurt and really enjoyed the Senator lounge in the Domestic terminal.
I think near A26.
Good luck
Nov 21, 2006, 5:14 am
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The SEN lounge in the A terminal is nice and quiet, but it has a separate security apparatus from the B gates from where your flight departs. And this lounge has frequent problems with the T-Mobile hotspot which the staff cannot address.
Depending on gate assignment you may get a nice view of your flight NH210 being prepared for its evening departure, from the SEN lounge in the B terminal Level 3. This one tends to be a bit more crowded but they do stock good food and drinks and you may just see your bag being loaded. The lounge does thin out after about 6:30 PM.
Lucky you - flying in ANA C is an absolute pleasure. One of the best in the business.
Depending on gate assignment you may get a nice view of your flight NH210 being prepared for its evening departure, from the SEN lounge in the B terminal Level 3. This one tends to be a bit more crowded but they do stock good food and drinks and you may just see your bag being loaded. The lounge does thin out after about 6:30 PM.
Lucky you - flying in ANA C is an absolute pleasure. One of the best in the business.
Nov 21, 2006, 5:37 am
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Note that if you don't have *G status, you can only use the LH Business lounges, not the Senator lounges. I don't know what lounge NH contracts at FRA, but I'd guess it is the LH lounges.
You can use any *A C class lounge with your onward C class BP. So, RCC or LH Business lounge is it.
If you have *G status, then the SEN lounges are nice. The one in the A terminal is usually the quietest and they all have roughly the same food/bev. If you have enough time though, you can try them all as long as you don't mind the extra security screenings.
I think most of the SEN lounges, if not all, have showers if you want one before continuing on to NRT.
You can use any *A C class lounge with your onward C class BP. So, RCC or LH Business lounge is it.
If you have *G status, then the SEN lounges are nice. The one in the A terminal is usually the quietest and they all have roughly the same food/bev. If you have enough time though, you can try them all as long as you don't mind the extra security screenings.
I think most of the SEN lounges, if not all, have showers if you want one before continuing on to NRT.
Nov 30, 2006, 7:36 pm
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FRA lounge question
I will be traveling in F (upgraded from paid C) to FRA on 916 next week. I presume that when I arrive in FRA, I can go to the First Class lounge at the RCC. Normally I avoid the RCC in FRA and go to the LH Senator Lounge between flights. Is the First Class lounge at the RCC significantly better than the RCC (which is not much to write home about)? Or should I do as I normally do and head directly to the Senator Lounge?
Nov 30, 2006, 7:44 pm
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How about heading to the LH First Class Lounge?
Not that you're technically entitled to lounge entry upon arrival.
Not that you're technically entitled to lounge entry upon arrival.
Nov 30, 2006, 9:44 pm
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Actually, you're not entitled to LH's First Class lounge if you're flying UA. You'll be able to visit the Arrivals by United Lounge if you want; otherwise, just go to the Senator lounge nearest your next flight--in general, they're better than the RCC.
Nov 30, 2006, 9:46 pm
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Head straight to the Senators Lounge like you normally do, no reason to be disappointed.
Dec 1, 2006, 7:00 am
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The IFL is much less crowded than the RCC, and quite a bit less crowded than the LH Senator Lounge in B. There are more snacks - I particulary like the quasi-pizza like things. Whether the food is better at the LH Lounge is largely a matter of taste (and time of day).
Dec 1, 2006, 7:06 am
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bring your 1k card, boarding pass with status printed is not enough with the friggin' LH Senator lounge entry jerks.
Dec 1, 2006, 7:59 am
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Dec 1, 2006, 8:06 am
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Need LH metal F for that.
Yes, you are. The Arrivals facility is in the RCC/IFL, and you're entitled access being in F. LH has the same policy for their F pax / F Class Lounge(s).
Yes, you are. The Arrivals facility is in the RCC/IFL, and you're entitled access being in F. LH has the same policy for their F pax / F Class Lounge(s).
Dec 3, 2006, 6:04 pm
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Dec 3, 2006, 6:51 pm
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I'm definitely asked for one - sometimes you can get through with the boarding pass, sometimes not. I usually have the card, it's just buried somewhere and I hate having to dig it out.