Packed lounges
Aug 25, 2015, 2:06 pm
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Due to the reduced space availability, it will not be possible to purchase lounge access as a travel option or to redeem a Maple Leaf Lounge One-Time Guest Pass to access the Calgary Maple Leaf Lounge for the duration of construction.
In addition, between 11:30 am and 6:30 pm, Lounge access will be restricted to the following customers:
Air Canada customers holding a Business Class ticket
Altitude Super Elite 100K members, accompanied by one guest
Altitude Elite 75K, Elite 50K, Elite 35K members*
Star Alliance Gold members*
Maple Leaf Club Worldwide members*
Outside of the restricted hours, the Lounge will operate normally and we welcome all eligible members and their guests to come relax as they wait for their flight.
* No guests will be permitted.
In addition, between 11:30 am and 6:30 pm, Lounge access will be restricted to the following customers:
Air Canada customers holding a Business Class ticket
Altitude Super Elite 100K members, accompanied by one guest
Altitude Elite 75K, Elite 50K, Elite 35K members*
Star Alliance Gold members*
Maple Leaf Club Worldwide members*
Outside of the restricted hours, the Lounge will operate normally and we welcome all eligible members and their guests to come relax as they wait for their flight.
* No guests will be permitted.
Aug 25, 2015, 2:51 pm
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Originally Posted by canadiancow
Let me guess: Because you fly J, but have no status?
Originally Posted by bizorbetter
Yes
And not because the lounges are overcrowded (b/c IMO they're not) but as a new revenue source for price insensitive promiscuous travellers.
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Aug 25, 2015, 2:56 pm
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I think they'll make paid J pay extra to get in the lounge. After all, if you can afford a J ticket what's another $50? Especially if you're an OPMer.
And not because the lounges are overcrowded (b/c IMO they're not) but as a new revenue source for price insensitive travellers.
And not because the lounges are overcrowded (b/c IMO they're not) but as a new revenue source for price insensitive travellers.
Aug 25, 2015, 3:29 pm
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I find it slightly humorous that some people think AC wants to have less people in MLL's , that is not going to happen, would be stupid on their part.
They want as many people in there as possible, as long as they have paid for it.
Either through flying enough or cold hard cash. the question is now is E35K enough flying to have access a domestic lounge.( it was no longer enough to get into international lounges) They stay within *A rules if they eliminate Ac E35K since they are now silver on *A.
They want as many people in there as possible, as long as they have paid for it.
Either through flying enough or cold hard cash. the question is now is E35K enough flying to have access a domestic lounge.( it was no longer enough to get into international lounges) They stay within *A rules if they eliminate Ac E35K since they are now silver on *A.
Aug 25, 2015, 3:33 pm
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I agree. I have memories of the MLL in old YYZ T2 in the days when the lounge was pre-security. Only MLL members (by invitation only back then) and F passengers were admitted IIRC. There was a definite air of exclusivity to it and it was actually something to look forward to.
Aug 25, 2015, 3:38 pm
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Ah, interesting that you mention this.
Dorian made this comment on March 7, 2015:
http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/air-c...-altitude.html
Aug 25, 2015, 3:56 pm
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Ah, interesting that you mention this.
Dorian made this comment on March 7, 2015:
in the thread
http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/air-c...-altitude.html
Dorian made this comment on March 7, 2015:
in the thread
http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/air-c...-altitude.html
Aug 25, 2015, 4:05 pm
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I find it slightly humorous that some people think AC wants to have less people in MLL's , that is not going to happen, would be stupid on their part.
They want as many people in there as possible, as long as they have paid for it.
Either through flying enough or cold hard cash. the question is now is E35K enough flying to have access a domestic lounge.( it was no longer enough to get into international lounges) They stay within *A rules if they eliminate Ac E35K since they are now silver on *A.
They want as many people in there as possible, as long as they have paid for it.
Either through flying enough or cold hard cash. the question is now is E35K enough flying to have access a domestic lounge.( it was no longer enough to get into international lounges) They stay within *A rules if they eliminate Ac E35K since they are now silver on *A.
Aug 25, 2015, 4:12 pm
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Aug 25, 2015, 4:31 pm
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Very good call. They will pull a WestJet on WestJet. IE The way WestJet says there fares are cheaper than AC, but the dollar savings on your ticket will not even buy you a cup of coffee. BS marketing that works on a lot of people.
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Aug 25, 2015, 4:59 pm
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As evidenced by this thread, previous exercises at "culling the herd" have been largely unsuccessful (under the assumption that reduced elite ranks was a primary motive). If the herd was culled, there would be fewer people in the MLL and fewer people at zone 1&2 boarding. Instead just the opposite has happened.
Aug 25, 2015, 5:03 pm
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Uh, if I flight is sold out, E75K and up can still got on, and someone else gets kicked off.
But that IS a good idea for lounges
And what do you consider "first come first serve"? I bought my ticket before you bought yours, so I should get in the lounge, regardless of what time we show up there?
What does "domestic only" have to do with any of this?
You were flying internationally. Canada is not part of the United States.
Anyway, I guess I'm glad I don't fly during heavy business travel times. The last time I was in a crowded MLL was YYZ transborder on a Tuesday morning. It's so much more peaceful when I fly.
But that IS a good idea for lounges
And what do you consider "first come first serve"? I bought my ticket before you bought yours, so I should get in the lounge, regardless of what time we show up there?
What does "domestic only" have to do with any of this?
You were flying internationally. Canada is not part of the United States.
Anyway, I guess I'm glad I don't fly during heavy business travel times. The last time I was in a crowded MLL was YYZ transborder on a Tuesday morning. It's so much more peaceful when I fly.
Aug 25, 2015, 5:16 pm
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As evidenced by this thread, previous exercises at "culling the herd" have been largely unsuccessful (under the assumption that reduced elite ranks was a primary motive). If the herd was culled, there would be fewer people in the MLL and fewer people at zone 1&2 boarding. Instead just the opposite has happened.