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#61
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In other related Flyertalk lounge exclusive news, I can report that the First Class Lounge at LCY is now also finally available to BA passengers as long as a) you have no checked luggage (BA is still unwilling to accept luggage from the lounge) and b) you're willing to pay for it. I tested it out on Friday evening and received the full drive to the plane experience.
#62
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I've added a few more photos and comments at the end of my previous thread and made minor changes above that edit.
If anyone is going to the White Rose Suite in the near future, photos and reviews would be appreciated, and since it's also a Priority Pass lounge we can provide a link over to the Lounges forum too for non BA travellers.
There wasn't any champagne out, but there was an empty ice bucket ready for action and Gancia Prosecco on the top shelf of the fridge. I've now added photos of the alcohol provision.
Every seat had UK power points either in the furniture alongside it, and/or in the carpet below the seat place.
If anyone is going to the White Rose Suite in the near future, photos and reviews would be appreciated, and since it's also a Priority Pass lounge we can provide a link over to the Lounges forum too for non BA travellers.
Every seat had UK power points either in the furniture alongside it, and/or in the carpet below the seat place.
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#63
Join Date: Jun 2014
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I'm sat in the White Rose Suite now.
It's a lovely spot, overlooking the tarmac. The food is very similar to the old YPL, although there is a new coffee machine, and my americano is rather nice.
However.... it is full of screaming infants! A big step down from the YPL "left" side.
I'll post some pictures later, or let young Karfa do it
It's a lovely spot, overlooking the tarmac. The food is very similar to the old YPL, although there is a new coffee machine, and my americano is rather nice.
However.... it is full of screaming infants! A big step down from the YPL "left" side.
I'll post some pictures later, or let young Karfa do it
#64
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I'm sat in the White Rose Suite now.
It's a lovely spot, overlooking the tarmac. The food is very similar to the old YPL, although there is a new coffee machine, and my americano is rather nice.
However.... it is full of screaming infants! A big step down from the YPL "left" side.
I'll post some pictures later, or let young Karfa do it
It's a lovely spot, overlooking the tarmac. The food is very similar to the old YPL, although there is a new coffee machine, and my americano is rather nice.
However.... it is full of screaming infants! A big step down from the YPL "left" side.
I'll post some pictures later, or let young Karfa do it
I'm there on Monday 23rd so I will come back with some pictures
#65
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I was in Belfast yesterday - the lounge is fine, as good as any of the domestic offerings however please be aware that it now closes for a period in the middle of the day.
It seems to close on the departure of BA1423 currently at 0920 and reopens a couple of hours before the departure of BA1417 currently at 15.10. EI have a departure in between those times but they do not seem to grant lounge access there although their departures are shown on the in-lounge screen.
It seems to close on the departure of BA1423 currently at 0920 and reopens a couple of hours before the departure of BA1417 currently at 15.10. EI have a departure in between those times but they do not seem to grant lounge access there although their departures are shown on the in-lounge screen.
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Some photos of the new White Rose Suite courtesy of Gastrocnemius. I might be flying on Friday from LBA so can have a pole around myself.
#67
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And here is another panoramic photo of the LBA White Rose Suite lounge from the seats looking out the window. Behind where this photo is taken are sets of tables more suited to working or eating and the manned bar and buffet area.
Ok lounge but very few power sockets which is poor for a new lounge.
Definitely better than the old one though, great views of the runway.
Friday evening, wasn't too full which is good.
LBA White Rose Suite Lounge View of Window
Ok lounge but very few power sockets which is poor for a new lounge.
Definitely better than the old one though, great views of the runway.
Friday evening, wasn't too full which is good.
LBA White Rose Suite Lounge View of Window
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#68
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And here is another panoramic photo of the LBA White Rose Suite lounge from the seats looking out the window. Behind where this photo is taken are sets of tables more suited to working or eating and the manned bar and buffet area.
Ok lounge but very few power sockets which is poor for a new lounge.
Definitely better than the old one though, great views of the runway.
Friday evening, wasn't too full which is good.
LBA White Rose Suite Lounge View of Window
Ok lounge but very few power sockets which is poor for a new lounge.
Definitely better than the old one though, great views of the runway.
Friday evening, wasn't too full which is good.
LBA White Rose Suite Lounge View of Window
I think you noted the only thing I was a bit concerned about, and that was the lack of power sockets. In the lower area they only seem to be some on the walls around the edges of the lounge. It could do with a few around the seating area you were in as well.
#69
Join Date: Dec 2016
Location: Hertfordshire
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The egg based rolls have been enhanced away from the Galleries Club lounges and replaced with a rather inedible looking frittata item. Bacon rolls remain.
Further reinforcing the quality airline image....
Further reinforcing the quality airline image....
#70
Join Date: Jul 2009
Location: Dorset, UK
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In the White Rose Suite at LBA at the moment, they aren't doing any upgrades to the 1432 at the moment due to supply chain issues and don't want to provide a substandard service. The drinks seem to have gone down a bit compared to before (I am tee total so can't comment on the alcohol), but the food seems to have improved. A turkey and gravy breadcake hits the spot nicely. :-)
#71
Join Date: Nov 2012
Location: Cambridgeshire
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Escape Lounge, Stansted
As a silver flying ET from Stansted I was able to use the Escape Lounge at Stansted and sign in my blue companion.
The lounge was nicely air-conditioned compared to a sweltering main terminal, and was very efficiently managed. Food was regularly replenished, there was a serviced bar, tables were quickly cleared and the staff seemed pleasant and cheerful.
Seating is mainly at small tables. The food buffet consisted (lunchtime) of several hot dishes that looked appetising and were regularly refreshed. I had an excellent lasagne ; there was also a sweet potato curry, spiced chicken and bombay potatoes. There was a salad buffet, some pastries and biscuits, 5 or 6 types of sandwiches (fresh and well-filled), a selection of cheese and fruit, and some snacks.
Drink-wise, there were coffee machines, several fruit juices in jugs, water and sodas in fridges, and a staffed bar with a variety of wines, beers and spirits.
There are only disabled toilets within the lounge but the main public toilets are close by. There were some sockets but not near every table/seat. WiFi was fine There are plenty of flight information screens.
I found the food selection much better than LHR BA Club galleries - and even F given the type of food I like to eat before I travel (I really just want some decent sandwiches). I was pleasantly surprised.
P.S Bear in mind that food and drink are still served in economy on Cityjet flights.
The lounge was nicely air-conditioned compared to a sweltering main terminal, and was very efficiently managed. Food was regularly replenished, there was a serviced bar, tables were quickly cleared and the staff seemed pleasant and cheerful.
Seating is mainly at small tables. The food buffet consisted (lunchtime) of several hot dishes that looked appetising and were regularly refreshed. I had an excellent lasagne ; there was also a sweet potato curry, spiced chicken and bombay potatoes. There was a salad buffet, some pastries and biscuits, 5 or 6 types of sandwiches (fresh and well-filled), a selection of cheese and fruit, and some snacks.
Drink-wise, there were coffee machines, several fruit juices in jugs, water and sodas in fridges, and a staffed bar with a variety of wines, beers and spirits.
There are only disabled toilets within the lounge but the main public toilets are close by. There were some sockets but not near every table/seat. WiFi was fine There are plenty of flight information screens.
I found the food selection much better than LHR BA Club galleries - and even F given the type of food I like to eat before I travel (I really just want some decent sandwiches). I was pleasantly surprised.
P.S Bear in mind that food and drink are still served in economy on Cityjet flights.
#72
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In the White Rose Suite at LBA at the moment, they aren't doing any upgrades to the 1432 at the moment due to supply chain issues and don't want to provide a substandard service. The drinks seem to have gone down a bit compared to before (I am tee total so can't comment on the alcohol), but the food seems to have improved. A turkey and gravy breadcake hits the spot nicely. :-)
#73
Join Date: Jul 2009
Location: Dorset, UK
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What's available now? I must admit I just had a coffee last Friday morning and didn't look for anything else. For the rest of the day i just used to have a diet coke in the old YPL. I think now there has also been a move to not have direct access for passengers to fridges/alcoholic drinks and have them served from the bar.
#74
Join Date: Dec 2011
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Does anyone know if BACF have a contract to use the Aspire lounges at Bristol?
I’ve really been struggling to get an answer out of anyone at BA, they suggested I could use the BA Connect lounge there before they realise it doesn’t exist now!
I’ve really been struggling to get an answer out of anyone at BA, they suggested I could use the BA Connect lounge there before they realise it doesn’t exist now!
#75
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I don't think they do. Have you checked MMB to see what it says? You could call Swissport lounges on +44 (0) 161 694 7220 and ask.