Nov 17, 2012, 3:07 pm
Last edit by: Zol
Originally Posted by Randy Petersen
Welcome to FlyerTalk.
The Newbie Lounge is a place where you can get answers to your questions about Emirates and the Skywards program. No question is too stupid, nothing is taken for granted, and anything about Emirates you were afraid to ask elsewhere, or weren't sure where to ask, you can ask here.
We realize that FlyerTalk is a huge place. Until you learn your way around, feel free to post here without fear of retribution or reprimands for not using search. Our volunteer Moderators will be monitoring the lounge to assist you in finding your answers but I think you'll find that all members of FlyerTalk are here to assist you with answers and advice.
We're all glad you are here.
The Newbie Lounge is a place where you can get answers to your questions about Emirates and the Skywards program. No question is too stupid, nothing is taken for granted, and anything about Emirates you were afraid to ask elsewhere, or weren't sure where to ask, you can ask here.
We realize that FlyerTalk is a huge place. Until you learn your way around, feel free to post here without fear of retribution or reprimands for not using search. Our volunteer Moderators will be monitoring the lounge to assist you in finding your answers but I think you'll find that all members of FlyerTalk are here to assist you with answers and advice.
We're all glad you are here.
[NEWBIE LOUNGE] Ask Your Questions Here (flame free)
Oct 28, 2013, 3:08 am
#2056
Join Date: Aug 2013
Location: Seattle, WA
Programs: Alaska MVP 75K / SPG Plat (100 Nights) / NEXUS
Posts: 220
http://www.dubaiintlhotels.com/
Almost tempted to get a room last time few times I transited through or stayed at DXB but never was in the airport long enough to justify it.
Cheers,
Kermee
Oct 28, 2013, 4:01 am
#2057
Join Date: Oct 2013
Location: MEL
Programs: VA - Platinum
Posts: 24
Thanks for the suggestion Kermee - I will check out the hotel option as well. My housemate will probably be happy enough to spend a few hours wandering around the airport for a few hours... but 9 hours might be pushing it!
Oct 30, 2013, 2:01 am
#2058
Join Date: Jan 2013
Location: Toronto, Canada
Programs: CX Gold, EK, OW Saphire
Posts: 121
coleair... priority pass is a good investment... www.prioritypass.com
Oct 31, 2013, 1:21 am
#2059
Join Date: Oct 2011
Location: UK
Programs: Emirates Silver, BA, Flying Blue, Virgin, IHG
Posts: 950
coleair... priority pass is a good investment... www.prioritypass.com
Oct 31, 2013, 3:32 am
#2060
Join Date: Jul 2012
Location: Poland
Programs: Emirates Skywards, IHG Rewards Club
Posts: 203
can skywards gold member take guest to the lounge without plastic skywards card (will be fresh gold, with only silver card in the wallet)
Oct 31, 2013, 3:46 am
#2061
Join Date: Jun 2011
Location: United Kingdom
Programs: Skywards Blue :-(, HHonors Gold, SPG Gold, GHA Platinum
Posts: 2,531
Your boarding pass will have gold on it anyway. I've never been asked for my gold card at any EK lounge to guest someone. I don't know about affiliate lounges as I have never taken a guest in in these.
Oct 31, 2013, 10:36 pm
#2062
Join Date: Nov 2011
Location: LPB
Programs: Skywards Gold, Miles & More, SPG, Marriott
Posts: 410
I've guested people in at affiliate lounges, bp was enough. Never been asked for the gold card anywhere.
Nov 1, 2013, 10:52 pm
#2063
Join Date: Mar 2010
Location: Dubai, UAE
Programs: Skywards Plat, Etihad Gold, Aerosvit Gold, Virgin Silver, AA lifetime Gold, Sirius Gold
Posts: 1,229
As far as I know the only time you will need to have it is if you are trying to upgrade you or someone else with your miles at airport check in or on board - or get a reward ticket at airport in the day I assume.
Nov 2, 2013, 2:46 pm
#2064
Moderator: Emirates Skywards and Qatar Airways Privilege Club
Join Date: Mar 2010
Location: 12R/30L
Programs: EK Gold|EY Gold|Bonvoy Ambassador| IHG Plat|HHonors Diamond
Posts: 2,818
You never need it, they will anyway run the system to check your status
Nov 3, 2013, 5:17 pm
#2065
Join Date: Jun 2007
Programs: United mileage plus, qantas frequent flyer silver
Posts: 101
Hi there, am totally new to EK and am flying out of Adelaide in late January to Birmingham UK via 9 hours in Dubai which was all I could get using 256QF FF points for J class. So I will be on 777's all the way. Am I able to go and settle myself in the other newer business lounge where the A380's come in? It looks magnificent and feedback from friends is excellent. Also are there any spa/massage facilities available for J class peoples in the lounges? I thank anyone for their advice and feedback, Gezza
Nov 3, 2013, 7:09 pm
#2066
Join Date: Mar 2010
Location: Dubai, UAE
Programs: Skywards Plat, Etihad Gold, Aerosvit Gold, Virgin Silver, AA lifetime Gold, Sirius Gold
Posts: 1,229
Theoretically you should use the lounge closest to your departing flights gate but in practice a polite request and an acknowledgement that you know you will need to allow extra time to reach your gate will get you into the lounge of your choice. Given that you will be entering around 9 hours before your flight the gate may not even have been allocated at that time anyway. Enjoy!
Nov 3, 2013, 8:15 pm
#2067
Join Date: Nov 2011
Location: LPB
Programs: Skywards Gold, Miles & More, SPG, Marriott
Posts: 410
To add to mrtdxb's post, massages are available in all lounges, but they are only free in F lounge.
Nov 4, 2013, 6:12 pm
#2068
Join Date: Jun 2007
Programs: United mileage plus, qantas frequent flyer silver
Posts: 101
Thanks for this very helpful information.
Nov 4, 2013, 10:40 pm
#2069
Join Date: Jun 2012
Location: Scotland, Spain
Programs: Skywards Gold, Amex Plat, SkyTeam Silver
Posts: 1,165
I usually find this to be the case, even on >9hr layovers and find it's the best excuse/reason to get access to whichever lounge you like.
Nov 5, 2013, 1:27 am
#2070
Join Date: May 2010
Location: BOM
Programs: EK Plat, HHonors Gold
Posts: 2,883
Actually in the F lounge, they are not strict about it. On my last flight to BOM we were departing from one of the C gates, and I went up to the B FCL at 11:00 pm for a 3:45 am departure and the EK staff manning the lounge casually informed me that since its a 10 minute walk to the C gates, they will be announcing the departure 10 minutes before they typically do and to plan my 'walk' accordingly. I told her that I really didn't want to use the C lounge as it wasn't that 'nice' and she nodded her head in agreement....