J Lounge Concourse A
Jan 22, 2014 | 10:32 am
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J Lounge Concourse A
I recall in the past reading some very negative comments about Emirates' business class lounges in concourses B and C. I am keen to know what the lounge in concourse A is like. I would be grateful for any observations on this, particularly from those who have made multiple visits.
I would be interested in looking around the lounge for myself. My next transit at DXB will be as an F passenger. Does anyone know if I would experience problems accessing the business class lounge for this purpose but presenting an F boarding pass at the entrance?
Thank you, in advance, for your help.
I would be interested in looking around the lounge for myself. My next transit at DXB will be as an F passenger. Does anyone know if I would experience problems accessing the business class lounge for this purpose but presenting an F boarding pass at the entrance?
Thank you, in advance, for your help.
Jan 22, 2014 | 11:23 am
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Jan 22, 2014 | 10:02 pm
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They have also renovated parts of the B concourse J lounge which as returned some additional capacity.
People tend to crowd the front part of the B concourse lounge. If you walk towards the back, there is always plenty of room (and additional food and bev stations).
People tend to crowd the front part of the B concourse lounge. If you walk towards the back, there is always plenty of room (and additional food and bev stations).
Jan 23, 2014 | 3:13 am
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They have also renovated parts of the B concourse J lounge which as returned some additional capacity.
People tend to crowd the front part of the B concourse lounge. If you walk towards the back, there is always plenty of room (and additional food and bev stations).
People tend to crowd the front part of the B concourse lounge. If you walk towards the back, there is always plenty of room (and additional food and bev stations).
Jan 23, 2014 | 7:36 am
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Jan 23, 2014 | 8:49 am
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I fly through concourse A quite often and can testify the lounge is significantly better, I'm actually always disappointed if I'm in B or C. Decor is much improved, almost no overcrowding. My favourite part, for those who care, is the smoking lounge as it has a real cigar bar feel to it and doesn't stink at all. The real highlight of concourse A is the Shake Shack burger restaurant. For those who haven't tried, its easily one of the best burgers and milkshake I've had.
Jan 23, 2014 | 8:56 am
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I've only been once, and it's very nice. It was very quiet (from around midday until 14:00).
All the gates (I think) board from the lounge. This can be a bit of a problem, as there can be a queue to get to the lift to take you down to the upper deck (if you know what I mean).
They also serve hot dogs
All the gates (I think) board from the lounge. This can be a bit of a problem, as there can be a queue to get to the lift to take you down to the upper deck (if you know what I mean).
They also serve hot dogs
Jan 23, 2014 | 9:54 am
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I've only been once, and it's very nice. It was very quiet (from around midday until 14:00).
All the gates (I think) board from the lounge. This can be a bit of a problem, as there can be a queue to get to the lift to take you down to the upper deck (if you know what I mean).
They also serve hot dogs
All the gates (I think) board from the lounge. This can be a bit of a problem, as there can be a queue to get to the lift to take you down to the upper deck (if you know what I mean).
They also serve hot dogs
Have I got that right?
Jan 23, 2014 | 1:40 pm
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I've rarely found them to be full as by the time the gate staff verify your passport + other details, its usually a minute or two gone by - enough for the lift doors to open let 1-2 people in/ out and then continue on to their next stop
Jan 23, 2014 | 2:55 pm
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I fly through concourse A quite often and can testify the lounge is significantly better, I'm actually always disappointed if I'm in B or C. Decor is much improved, almost no overcrowding. My favourite part, for those who care, is the smoking lounge as it has a real cigar bar feel to it and doesn't stink at all. The real highlight of concourse A is the Shake Shack burger restaurant. For those who haven't tried, its easily one of the best burgers and milkshake I've had.
Do they serve fries?