Originally Posted by NickW
Similarly, Alitalia Club Ulisse members (ST Elite) like me get access to Alitalia lounges. I think of the SkyTeam benefits as the core benefits that I expect anywhere in the alliance, and then the individual benefits that each carrier attaches to its own status as something entirely separate.
I mean, DL FO and GM are both ST Elite, even though they are different tiers in SM.
Don't you get access only to Ulisse Clubs? It is my understanding that AZ has other clubs for Elite Plus members.
Incidentally, if you ever fly out of TLV on AZ or AF, be certain to ask for your VIP Lounge pass when checking in. It is given to Ulisse, AF Bleu, and Delta Gold Medallion members.