Originally Posted by
13Bike
I am wondering whether is it worthwhile redeeming 7000 aeroplan airmiles to use the Maple Leaf Lounge in Toronto. I have to spend the day in the lounge before flying overseas. How much is 7000 AM worth in this case? How much tax would it cost? The alternative is to take cab to a hotel for the day and return to the airport. Thank you.
Most folks here will tell you it's a bad deal, however the value of your points is something that can only be determined by you.
Many people use their points for goods and non-travel services. I find 7000 points to be steep for lounge access, but if you have to be at the airport all day and for some reason you can't buy a lounge pass or get one from a kind friend/FlyerTalker then maybe get for it.
I still remember the thrill of the first time I had lounge access. Maybe that really was worth 7000 points (but not more than once).