How strict are the lounge dragons with entry to the lounge in AKL? I'm *Gold, int'l transiting AKL in late afternoon/early evening with my family, a party of 3, flying PE. Then departing again a few weeks later on a late evening departure. Will they be strict on the *Gold + 1 guest?
Yes. The only 1 guest allowed entitlement is strictly applied.
Children are free, up to two years, then they count as a guest.
Gold members may access any Air New Zealand, Star Alliance and partner airline lounge prior to departure on an Air New Zealand or Star Alliance operated flight along with our eligible partner flights.
As an Airpoints™ Gold member you may also invite one additional guest (travelling on the same service and subject to space) to join you in any Air New Zealand International, Domestic and Regional Lounge (excluding Koru Express, which does not allow guest entry), Star Alliance lounges and some partner lounges.
Please note that Star Alliance and Partner lounge access regulations stipulate that any travellers, including children aged two years old and over will be included as part of the member's guest allowance
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