Originally Posted by Low Roller

Are there any credit cards in NZ that might give lounge access? That's a popular option in Canada/US.

The lounge is a nice benefit but it's more about the relaxing atmosphere than the food. With possibly a few exceptions, they're generally not serving gourmet meals. Depending on the airport, you can often get better food at the restaurants, but it is expensive (even for quick meals like a sandwich and coffee). So, if you travel any amount, the cost of priority pass can be justified pretty quickly.