London AA arrivals lounge closing 29 February (now reopened)
Feb 20, 16, 8:55 pm
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London AA arrivals lounge closing 29 February (now reopened)
The AA arrivals lounge T3 used by CX in London, is closing at the end of the week 29 February:
http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/briti...e-closure.html
Not sure what the replacement lounge will be at the moment.
http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/briti...e-closure.html
Not sure what the replacement lounge will be at the moment.
Feb 20, 16, 9:40 pm
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CX quietly put the following on their page on LHR lounge (http://www.cathaypacific.com/cx/en_H...tails.LHR.html) in regards to the American Airlines Arrival Lounge:
"American Airlines Arrival lounge is closed for renovation from 29 February 2016 to early June 2016.
We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause you."
There is no mentioning of alternate arrival lounge.
"American Airlines Arrival lounge is closed for renovation from 29 February 2016 to early June 2016.
We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause you."
There is no mentioning of alternate arrival lounge.
Feb 21, 16, 3:47 am
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CX quietly put the following on their page on LHR lounge (http://www.cathaypacific.com/cx/en_H...tails.LHR.html) in regards to the American Airlines Arrival Lounge:
"American Airlines Arrival lounge is closed for renovation from 29 February 2016 to early June 2016.
We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause you."
There is no mentioning of alternate arrival lounge.
"American Airlines Arrival lounge is closed for renovation from 29 February 2016 to early June 2016.
We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause you."
There is no mentioning of alternate arrival lounge.
Feb 21, 16, 2:39 pm
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It seems AA will be using the BA Arrivals lounge at T5. Let's see if CX follows suit. Don't know if it's worth it to go from T3 to T5 just to use the lounge.
Feb 21, 16, 4:12 pm
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I would feel the same too about going to another terminal to freshen up unless I have a meeting and there is time.
Feb 21, 16, 7:05 pm
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Back in the days when I used to frequent this route, I've always found the AA Arrivals Lounge to be excellent. There's nothing better than a shower and a hot breakfast right after your flight at 6am before heading elsewhere.
Last edited by kchika; Feb 21, 16 at 7:27 pm
Feb 21, 16, 11:37 pm
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Personally, if arriving at 5 am, and knowing I probably can't get into my hotel until midday at least I would be happy to spend the little bit of effort to have a shower after a 12+ hour flight.
Feb 22, 16, 3:30 am
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Especially if there is a meeting at, say, 9 am in the City or elsewhere in central London.
Jun 21, 16, 10:46 am
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Hi FTers,
Has anyone had any experience using an alternative arrival lounge at LHR while flying on CX 251?
We are a group of 4 traveling on J and hope to freshen up a bit before heading to town.
Thanks!
Has anyone had any experience using an alternative arrival lounge at LHR while flying on CX 251?
We are a group of 4 traveling on J and hope to freshen up a bit before heading to town.
Thanks!
Jul 5, 16, 1:54 pm
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Jul 5, 16, 4:27 pm
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