Originally Posted by
mrswirl
As a *G, you have access to the *A lounge at your departure international gateway city only.
This means access to the ORD RCC on your outbound and the MLL in YVR. You won't be allowed in at DCA or SFO.
I would call and try to get a card sent to you right away. The MLL folks are usually very picky about seeing a card.
Is this correct?
Here is the vague language from united.com:
Star Alliance lounges
When traveling internationally on any Star Alliance member airline, present your same-day international ticket and your Premier Executive card, and you may relax in any Star Alliance lounge. Look for the "Star Alliance Gold" sign outside eligible lounges.
and from staralliance.com
Star Alliance Gold Customers Travelling in Any Class: Customers have access to any Star Alliance member carriers' owned lounges with the Star Alliance Gold logo at the entrance.
* Customer must present a valid frequent flyer programme Star Alliance Gold level card
* Customer must also present a boarding card for a same day Star Alliance flight departing from the local airport
* Customer is entitled to one guest
* United and US Airways Star Alliance Gold customers may only access the Red Carpet Club and US Airways Clubs within the U.S. when travelling in conjunction with a Star Alliance international flight.
I wish United would make this a little bit clearer on their site.....won't plan on getting to DCA very early then! Thanks for the info.