Virgin Atlantic Clubhouse (access now with Priority Pass).
Nov 29, 2021, 12:14 pm
#16
Join Date: Dec 2020
Posts: 17
Guest Policy DP
Just to draw a bigger spotlight to it, the restricted hours at the JFK Lounge only make it available between 5AM and 8AM, which is certainly pretty restrictive. Still, I tend to take early flights and its nicer to have options (Centurion, Delta, Virgin) at JFK.
Edit: OP's article doesn't talk about guest access but the Guest Policy on Virgin's page suggests that you can bring in a guest provided that they are also simultaneously entering the lounge with you and flying out of T4 on an international flight operated by Virgin/Delta/Air France/KLM on that day. However, Virgin's page has not been updated to reflect the fact that the Amex Platinum grants access as of yet.
Edit: OP's article doesn't talk about guest access but the Guest Policy on Virgin's page suggests that you can bring in a guest provided that they are also simultaneously entering the lounge with you and flying out of T4 on an international flight operated by Virgin/Delta/Air France/KLM on that day. However, Virgin's page has not been updated to reflect the fact that the Amex Platinum grants access as of yet.
Our group enjoyed multiple rounds of drinks (guinness, heineken, red wine, champagne) and some tasty food (grilled chicken sandwich + fries, butternut squash soup, ice cream brownie sundae, cookies, chips, cheeses) which can all be ordered to table via QR code or a circulating waiter. Might be the best option for Plat out of IAD
Dec 5, 2021, 4:24 pm
#17
Join Date: Mar 2015
Location: SEA
Programs: AS MVP , Delta Gold Medallion, "Credit Card" status for various hotels
Posts: 672
Virgin Atlantic Clubhouse IAD
Sitting in the virgin Atlantic clubhouse at IAD. Priority pass is no longer accepted here, but Amex plat still is. This is a lovely option- the lounge is peaceful with only three or four customers along with table service and a small menu. It’s an improvement from the priority pass lounges at IAD. The food is decent and the bar menu is great including Lanson champagne. I’m surprised it’s even open considering that Virgin Atlantic flights aren’t currently operating out of Dulles.
Dec 9, 2021, 1:14 pm
#18
Join Date: Jun 2021
Posts: 5
Heathrow Virgin Atlantic Clubhouse access with Amex?
Does anyone know whether the heathrow virgin atlantic clubhouse will be able to be accessed with Amex Platinum anytime soon? I recently tried accessing it but was unable to. I went to the lounge with the assumption that it should be accessible since I was able to access the JFK virgin clubhouse with my platinum card.
Dec 9, 2021, 1:35 pm
#19
Join Date: Jul 2020
Location: JFK/LGA/BDL
Posts: 419
an62 the source article linked above notes that Amex Platinum access to Virgin Atlantic Clubhouses is limited to the Johannesburg and US locations. More importantly, it notes that these locations are operated by Plaza Premium and not VA. Amex Platinum has access to Plaza Premium lounges by virtue of the Global Lounge Collection benefit. Unless Plaza Premium assumes operation of the LHR lounge then, for the time being, Amex Platinum will not have access there.
Dec 9, 2021, 2:55 pm
#20
Join Date: Jan 2000
Posts: 3,026
Don't know if their operations have changed but using the VS lounge when on a VS operated flight vs a VS lounge with no VS flights scheduled was a very different experience.
With a VS flight it was truly a first class experience at LAX. Waiter/ress service, menus, great food and drink.
With no VS flights most of the lounge was curtained off and they threw a bag of peanuts at you .......
With a VS flight it was truly a first class experience at LAX. Waiter/ress service, menus, great food and drink.
With no VS flights most of the lounge was curtained off and they threw a bag of peanuts at you .......
Dec 9, 2021, 5:11 pm
#21
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Join Date: Jul 2008
Location: IAH
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I think it's clear that they have since Plaza Premium took over. The post not three above yours seems to detail a pretty good experience even though apparently there are no VS flights operating to that airport right now. Also the LAX lounge you refer to is no more and the space either has or will be taken over by Delta.
Dec 26, 2021, 5:01 pm
#22
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Access the Virgin Clubhouse at JFK with your Amex Platinum
https://thepointsguy.com/news/virgin...amex-platinum/
The only bad thing is the limited hours for entry with the Platinum.
Amex Platinum and Business Platinum cardholders can now access the Virgin Atlantic Clubhouse at New York-JFK (JFK) in Terminal 4.
For now, the hours that Platinum cardholders can enter the Virgin Clubhouse are quite limited — from 5 a.m. to 8 a.m., daily.
For now, the hours that Platinum cardholders can enter the Virgin Clubhouse are quite limited — from 5 a.m. to 8 a.m., daily.
Dec 28, 2021, 12:28 am
#24
Join Date: Oct 2021
Posts: 4
Dec 28, 2021, 2:34 pm
#25
Join Date: Dec 2014
Location: BOS/SIN
Programs: DL PM, OZ Diamond Plus, BA Silver
Posts: 1,803
Currently in the SFO clubhouse and very impressed - sit down dining, full bar, pretty decent cocktails, and plenty of seating. Menu is here: https://order.premiumvirginlounge.com/sfo
I think given A and B are connected post security this is a no-brainier for anyone flying AA/B6/WN vs trying to get into the Centurion — the hours are much more reasonable (1030-1730) than the JFK one, although I guess they don’t cover the eastbound redeyes where a full meal would be the most useful
I think given A and B are connected post security this is a no-brainier for anyone flying AA/B6/WN vs trying to get into the Centurion — the hours are much more reasonable (1030-1730) than the JFK one, although I guess they don’t cover the eastbound redeyes where a full meal would be the most useful
Dec 28, 2021, 5:38 pm
#26
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Currently in the SFO clubhouse and very impressed - sit down dining, full bar, pretty decent cocktails, and plenty of seating. Menu is here: https://order.premiumvirginlounge.com/sfo
I think given A and B are connected post security this is a no-brainier for anyone flying AA/B6/WN vs trying to get into the Centurion — the hours are much more reasonable (1030-1730) than the JFK one, although I guess they don’t cover the eastbound redeyes where a full meal would be the most useful
I think given A and B are connected post security this is a no-brainier for anyone flying AA/B6/WN vs trying to get into the Centurion — the hours are much more reasonable (1030-1730) than the JFK one, although I guess they don’t cover the eastbound redeyes where a full meal would be the most useful
Dec 28, 2021, 6:47 pm
#27
Join Date: Dec 2014
Location: BOS/SIN
Programs: DL PM, OZ Diamond Plus, BA Silver
Posts: 1,803
Also when I first sat down in the lounge a server came over and asked if I wanted water - still or sparkling - and brought a glass over. Not something you’d see in any Centurion lol
