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Sorry to tell you Brits are heavier drinker than Aussies. Britain 11.8 L/alcohol/pa and Aussies 9L/booze/pa...
So I guess choosing a lounge is like choosing an all inclusive vacation: either you go to club Med (dry) or to a super inclusive, drink your guts away, Super Club (quite wet) and meet the crowd accordingly.
Ill go with the wet crowd, but still would choose my mates and drinks. Aussies and Wine for me!