Ken: as Merry would say, we want to keep the riff-raff out
In my opinion, BA's lounges are better than the Admirals Club - quieter, with free drinks (and no children: advantageous only for those who indulge in child-free travel) Incidentally, AA ffs have to pay for Admirals Club access, while BA ffs *never* pay for lounge access. (What could be more declassˇ than filthy lucre?)
I can't comment on CP's lounges, as I've been in the habit of avoiding the airline.
Incidentally, I'm a tree, not a snake :]
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