Los Angeles LAX Sky Club: The Definitive Thread
Jul 2, 2009, 8:48 am
#46
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I think demolishing the club is a bit of an overstatement. Sure some renovations are needed, and as pointed out below, covering the rotunda to create more floorspace is a great idea. There is also a LOT of room behind the desk that sits unused because it's so far from the bar. If they adopt the WC style of self-serve they can maybe have a few drink stations around the club to ease crowding.
I've recently been in the club and I've overheard that yes the rotunda will be filled in for more usable space (I think this was a architectural feature that was in all the original terminals that terminal 4 is one of the last ones to still have that feature). Also I've heard it mentioned that the space behind the check-in desk will be utilized more for "lounging" than for "work spaces" because that area is so underutilized.
Jul 28, 2009, 4:04 pm
#47
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I'm sitting in here right now waiting to go to HNL and I'm not lying when I say this place is dismal. There is only trail mix to eat. There are only limited options on the coffee machine. The newspaper selection is good, but the rest of the club is without a doubt subpar. Is there anyway to bring the condition of this and other SkyClubs to the attentions of people that can make a difference?
Jul 28, 2009, 5:00 pm
#48
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I'm sitting in here right now waiting to go to HNL and I'm not lying when I say this place is dismal. There is only trail mix to eat. There are only limited options on the coffee machine. The newspaper selection is good, but the rest of the club is without a doubt subpar. Is there anyway to bring the condition of this and other SkyClubs to the attentions of people that can make a difference?
Jul 28, 2009, 5:12 pm
#50
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I also like the LAX SkyClub. The showers are great!
Its possible that the food selection was low because of the time of your departure. 3:00pm is somewhat in between meal times, and flight banks.
Its possible that the food selection was low because of the time of your departure. 3:00pm is somewhat in between meal times, and flight banks.
Jul 28, 2009, 5:50 pm
#51
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I wouldn't mind going to some of the SC's with some of my own snacks and when asked to put them away mention how the former WC's had snacks for their patrons but decided to stop offering them. Then maybe stand outside the front door of the club to finish my snack before re-entering 
Jul 28, 2009, 5:54 pm
#52
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They do have the stuff noted above and bottled beers such as Corona. The desk agents are always friendly and helpful.
It does get crowded at times, and I'm sure more so since NW moved to T5.
I like it and visit it often en route to/from SBA.
I wouldn't mind going to some of the SC's with some of my own snacks and when asked to put them away mention how the former WC's had snacks for their patrons but decided to stop offering them. Then maybe stand outside the front door of the club to finish my snack before re-entering
Maybe a picket sign would add to the effect. 
Or hold up a sign that says "will fly for food". David
Last edited by DiverDave; Jul 28, 2009 at 6:00 pm
Jul 28, 2009, 6:02 pm
#53
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And I'll add that if I had to choose between free drinks and free food, I'll vote free drinks any day of the week. (I can expense food.)
Jul 28, 2009, 8:55 pm
#54
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As someone else pointed out, it's sad that you have to leave the club to get a snack outside of "happy hour". With NW we had a decent breakfast and healthy snacks all day long. (Maybe DL folk are used to "process cheese food", but I much prefered Real Cabot cheese that NW had.)
Jul 29, 2009, 1:48 am
#56
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I'm sitting in here right now waiting to go to HNL and I'm not lying when I say this place is dismal. There is only trail mix to eat. There are only limited options on the coffee machine. The newspaper selection is good, but the rest of the club is without a doubt subpar. Is there anyway to bring the condition of this and other SkyClubs to the attentions of people that can make a difference?
I would rather go to the busy McDonalds than the SkyClub. I wish the SkyClubs had better food offerings! (Offering bagels, but no toaster?!?!)
Jul 29, 2009, 4:16 am
#57
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I completely agree with the OPs post. I was there a few days ago waiting for a flight to SYD and thought the exact same thing. In fact I almost posted to FT from the lounge. Staff was very friendly though.
Jul 29, 2009, 6:02 am
#58
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Back in late May, I had the chance to sample both the DL SC and AS Boardroom during a long connection to YVR. Just let me say, the Boardroom blows the SC away - also has a MUCH better view of the ramp/runway action.
I can only imagine how far above & beyond the international airlines' clubs are from the SC. Also, hopefully, the new MIA SC will become the template for future updates to existing clubs (please, please, please!).
I can only imagine how far above & beyond the international airlines' clubs are from the SC. Also, hopefully, the new MIA SC will become the template for future updates to existing clubs (please, please, please!).
Jul 29, 2009, 7:12 am
#59
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OK, I think I got it.
Dismal:
Does that cover it?
David
Dismal:
- No food.
- Showers
- No food.
- Great agents.
- No food.
- Nice bar with bottled beers.
- No food.
- Lots of computer work stations.
- No food.
Does that cover it?
David
Jul 29, 2009, 7:31 am
#60
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I have always found the agents at the LAX Sky Club to be unfriendly and unhelpful. And the contract people working at the bar are the most unpleasant people I have ever met in a CRC or Sky Club.