Originally Posted by
SkyteamEP
I've never been to the Qantas First Class lounge, but I would avoid the lounge at the CIP terminal. It's very far from the P experience you get at CDG food wise (though they had nice Bollinger Champagne).
Yes, CIP is not great. The snacks are mediocre and the buffet is awful.
The Qantas lounge is not dedicated first class. There used to be a reserved area for first class pax but last time I was there it was just a free for all. You still get the buggy service to the gate.
HND: On arrival you're met at the gate and luggage is collected for you then you'll be expedited through customs, etc. If you're connecting internally you'll be taken to the transfer station and re-met at the other end to aid check-in.
For departure you are taken to the JAL Sakura first class lounge. It's quite nice with decent facilities. The food is biz+. You will be escorted on foot to the gate, it's a long trek, and seen directly onto the plane. Pleasant and efficient but that's it.