Best miles program for lounge access?
Jan 13, 2007 | 3:49 pm
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Best miles program for lounge access?
Hi,
I've got premier status on a couple airlines and am trying to decide which program to purchase lounge access through as my Northwest WorldClub membership expires. I'm thinking of United's Red Carpet Club, since it gives you access to some Star Alliance lounges.
I travel frequently from North America to Asia, but work for a nonprofit so have to fly coach. I'm looking to join a club with the least-restrictive access to decent lounges to while away the layovers in. (For instance, I want to avoid clubs that restrict your access to their lounge if you don't have a same-day boarding pass on one of their flights.) Thanks for any insights!
I've got premier status on a couple airlines and am trying to decide which program to purchase lounge access through as my Northwest WorldClub membership expires. I'm thinking of United's Red Carpet Club, since it gives you access to some Star Alliance lounges.
I travel frequently from North America to Asia, but work for a nonprofit so have to fly coach. I'm looking to join a club with the least-restrictive access to decent lounges to while away the layovers in. (For instance, I want to avoid clubs that restrict your access to their lounge if you don't have a same-day boarding pass on one of their flights.) Thanks for any insights!
Jan 13, 2007 | 9:03 pm
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Hi,
I've got premier status on a couple airlines and am trying to decide which program to purchase lounge access through as my Northwest WorldClub membership expires. I'm thinking of United's Red Carpet Club, since it gives you access to some Star Alliance lounges.
I travel frequently from North America to Asia, but work for a nonprofit so have to fly coach. I'm looking to join a club with the least-restrictive access to decent lounges to while away the layovers in. (For instance, I want to avoid clubs that restrict your access to their lounge if you don't have a same-day boarding pass on one of their flights.) Thanks for any insights!
I've got premier status on a couple airlines and am trying to decide which program to purchase lounge access through as my Northwest WorldClub membership expires. I'm thinking of United's Red Carpet Club, since it gives you access to some Star Alliance lounges.
I travel frequently from North America to Asia, but work for a nonprofit so have to fly coach. I'm looking to join a club with the least-restrictive access to decent lounges to while away the layovers in. (For instance, I want to avoid clubs that restrict your access to their lounge if you don't have a same-day boarding pass on one of their flights.) Thanks for any insights!
Jan 13, 2007 | 11:59 pm
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I would just pick the lounge of the airline that you fly the most.
Jan 14, 2007 | 10:41 am
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Hi,
I've got premier status on a couple airlines and am trying to decide which program to purchase lounge access through as my Northwest WorldClub membership expires. I'm thinking of United's Red Carpet Club, since it gives you access to some Star Alliance lounges.
I travel frequently from North America to Asia, but work for a nonprofit so have to fly coach. I'm looking to join a club with the least-restrictive access to decent lounges to while away the layovers in. (For instance, I want to avoid clubs that restrict your access to their lounge if you don't have a same-day boarding pass on one of their flights.) Thanks for any insights!
I've got premier status on a couple airlines and am trying to decide which program to purchase lounge access through as my Northwest WorldClub membership expires. I'm thinking of United's Red Carpet Club, since it gives you access to some Star Alliance lounges.
I travel frequently from North America to Asia, but work for a nonprofit so have to fly coach. I'm looking to join a club with the least-restrictive access to decent lounges to while away the layovers in. (For instance, I want to avoid clubs that restrict your access to their lounge if you don't have a same-day boarding pass on one of their flights.) Thanks for any insights!
Jan 14, 2007 | 10:44 am
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this pretty vague question but I guess it really depends on which airports you fly. Seems like there is no fast rule of thumb on the US carriers. i.e in AA BOS its free when u ask @ the ACs desk for a Tmobile hotspot but other lounges IVe had to pay (not sure though if it was my misunderstanding). They always have wired puters avail though as in prorbably most other airlines lounges. CRC is actually pretty nice as Im relatively new to them, so far ime I like them over AC big time in overall quality.
Jan 14, 2007 | 11:03 am
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If you're looking mainly for lounges in Asia, getting a Diners Club (NOT Discover) card may be your best option. However, Diners Club offers very few lounges in the U.S. Go to the Diners Club website to check out the available lounges around the world.
If you're looking mainly for lounges in Asia, getting a Diners Club (NOT Discover) card may be your best option. However, Diners Club offers very few lounges in the U.S. Go to the Diners Club website to check out the available lounges around the world.
Jan 14, 2007 | 11:35 am
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AC: please tell us how the discover card works for lounges.
Lounge programs are still seen by airlines as a way to drive loyalty; all the airline lounge programs I'm aware of require a same-day flight with the same alliance. There are some non-airline options out there though: discover card (limited selection of lounges) and priority pass (a tad expensive) come to mind.
Jan 14, 2007 | 2:51 pm
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Oops, I'm getting it confused with Diner's club. Here's the lowdown:
http://www.dinersclub.com/en/DCIHome/airport.jhtml
http://www.dinersclub.com/en/DCIHome/airport.jhtml