A first visit to a lounge-what should I know.
Feb 25, 2013, 6:39 pm
#46
Join Date: Feb 2010
Location: PDX (wish I was in HNL)
Programs: Platinum
Posts: 1,687
Although my nephew has invited me, I have never gone to a lounge. I have free passes for the United lounge (one time with the credit card) and will be taking advantage of it at the HNL airport.
I do not wish to make a fool of myself. Some of my questions are, are there both free and pay things there. How do I know the difference if there are. Is there any dress code? Want to know anything that may help me feel comfortable going in there.
I do not wish to make a fool of myself. Some of my questions are, are there both free and pay things there. How do I know the difference if there are. Is there any dress code? Want to know anything that may help me feel comfortable going in there.
Feb 25, 2013, 6:40 pm
#47
Join Date: May 2011
Location: SFO
Programs: UA 1K
Posts: 721
Pay for premium wine and top shelf spirits, though how much I don't know as I've never indulged.
Feb 25, 2013, 6:45 pm
#48
Join Date: Jan 2010
Location: Austin
Programs: AA EXP, Hyatt Glob, Hilton Diamond, Marriott Titanium, UA *S, BA Fanboy
Posts: 414
Nobody has really chimed in on this, but I think most tend to consider HNL one of the better domestic lounges. I know its one of my favorites. They also have a wider selection of juices for the free cocktails. They're the only one I know of with pineapple juice.
If I only had two CC certs to use and I wasn't going to be passing through NRT or HKG, I think HNL would be a better use of one of them.
If I only had two CC certs to use and I wasn't going to be passing through NRT or HKG, I think HNL would be a better use of one of them.
Feb 25, 2013, 6:47 pm
#49
Join Date: Feb 2008
Location: LAX,SNA,CLD,SAN
Programs: UA PP/Marriott Platinum Elite/Hyatt Diamond/Avis Preferred/Hertz Presidential
Posts: 602
Please prominently display your "I am a CC kettle" sign at all time when in the lounge, so that premium passengers can treat you with the proper disdain. Also, don't forget to salute GSers---you will recognize them by the flecks of gold in their aura.
(Enjoy yourself. It beats waiting for hours at the gate. Usually.)
(Enjoy yourself. It beats waiting for hours at the gate. Usually.)
Feb 25, 2013, 7:25 pm
#50
Moderator: Alaska Mileage Plan
Join Date: Feb 2005
Posts: 12,318
DFW airport has offered free AT&T Wi-Fi since last year. If you feel compelled to use the UC hotspot, the bandwidth upgrade should be complete in the next 10 days.
Feb 25, 2013, 8:32 pm
#51
Join Date: Dec 2006
Location: ORD
Programs: AA EXP,2MM, DL Gold,Starwood PLT
Posts: 3,876
I have no issues paying then cheap "free" swill. It's one thing i much prefer at AA's clubs is you can pay for decent stuff and not worry about Jack or Jeim Beam. CO in particular 10 years ago so cheapened the booze but it was "free" i didnt even bother and went somewhere else in the airport for a cocktail when i needed one.
Feb 26, 2013, 5:49 am
#52
Original Poster
Join Date: May 2008
Location: NY
Programs: AA Gold; SPG: Gold:
Posts: 473
OP here. I am using the passes at HNL because FTs felt it was a better lounge than LGA. I want to thank all who replied not only for the information but for the wonderful entertainment I get reading these boards. I love Flyertalk....really I do.
Feb 26, 2013, 8:02 am
#53
Join Date: Aug 2012
Location: Charlottesville
Programs: UA Gold, VX Gold, AA PLT, DL Gold, MR Gold, HH Diamond, Hertz 5* Gold
Posts: 469
Feb 26, 2013, 8:26 am
#54
Moderator: Budget Travel forum & Credit Card Programs, FlyerTalk Evangelist
Join Date: Aug 2002
Location: YYJ/YVR and back on Van Isle ....... for now
Programs: UA lifetime MM / *A Gold
Posts: 14,429
Feb 26, 2013, 6:34 pm
#55
Join Date: Jun 2008
Programs: TK*G (E+), IHG Plat Ambassador
Posts: 7,884
Say something like this (loudly):
'I am Star Gold via Aegean and I only need 20k miles to get & maintain Star Gold and I can access all UA Clubs (with a companion) for free even when flying domestically
' Would love to see how DYKWIA's would react then...
Feb 26, 2013, 6:38 pm
#56
Join Date: Jan 2012
Location: BGM/ PHL
Programs: US (Silver, *A Silver), AA, Starbucks (Gold)
Posts: 2,242
Feb 26, 2013, 6:47 pm
#57
Join Date: Nov 2006
Location: COS/DEN
Programs: UA 1P (w/ no expectations whatsoever); Marriott Gold; Hilton Silver; Hertz Pres
Posts: 693
OP said "credit card" on this board and lived to tell about it? The DYKWIA precious metal must be getting soft!
Wow. He needs to swing by LAS next and put some money on the tables.
Nonetheless, enjoy yourself! Sure, it wasn't what it used to be, or what some other international airlines may offer, but it sure beats some of the alternatives! Haven't experienced the HNL club myself yet.
Wow. He needs to swing by LAS next and put some money on the tables.
Nonetheless, enjoy yourself! Sure, it wasn't what it used to be, or what some other international airlines may offer, but it sure beats some of the alternatives! Haven't experienced the HNL club myself yet.