Recently, the domestic lounge program that I love to hate, Priority Pass, has been adding airport and member-specific offers. Basically, Priority Pass is expanding their terrible domestic lounge program by now providing coupons. Nothing will make the weary traveler feel VIP more than whipping out their discount card at an …
Read More »Delta Sky Club Seattle(SEA) – They Charge for Beer!
The Delta Sky Club Seattle(SEA), an average domestic lounge with above average entrance requirements. Mistakenly, I often correlate exclusivity and quality. Because Sky Clubs are a bit more difficult to enter than some others, I had this notion that once inside, it would somehow be superior. It’s not. Admittance I …
Read More »Alaska Airlines Board Room @ SEA – Review
The Alaska Airlines Board Room at SeaTac International Airport provides a nice escape from the otherwise dreary terminal. The airport actually has 3 Alaska lounges, all accessible by Priority Pass members. As Southwest flights depart the B gates, I chose the one in between C a D, just past security. …
Read More »Premier Lounge – Bali Ngurah Rai (DPS) – Review
Another day, another dollar, another mediocre Priority Pass lounge. I had my hopes up. This was a relatively new lounge. The terminal itself is only 3 years old. Yet somehow, despite looking relatively modern, this club felt old. Admittance I gained access to the Premier Lounge Ngurah Rai via my …
Read More »What to do when You Have a Flight Delay
Unfortunately, flights are delayed all the time. If you travel a lot, then the chances are at some point you will experience a flight delay. But, what should you do if your flight is delayed? Here are a list of tips and tricks to make flight delays less stressful and …
Read More »Review: The Premium Lounge Guangzhou (CAN)
The Premium Lounge Guangzhou holds a special place in my heart. It’s actually the very venue that got me interested in the points game. You see, the lounge is located in a particularly conspicuous spot in the terminal. Right after passport control, one passes by the large facility, shining, taunting …
Read More »Review: The KAL Lounge at LAX
“Hmm, pretty nice.” That was my first impression upon rounding the corner and entering the KAL Lounge at LAX. Not, “wow”, not “OMG”, just pretty nice. To find the club, follow the relatively poor signage left immediately after passing through security. If you look hard enough, you’ll see signs for …
Read More »The Primer on Chinese Airports
So you’ve booked your trip to Asia and might be wondering what Chinese Airports might be like. At a minimum, you’ll want to know how they compare to their US counterparts. Here are some things you should be aware of when moving through the airports of China. Immigration is Still …
Read More »The Best and The Worst – Airports
At some point while travelling, you will encounter the dreaded, extended-layover. Tired and jet-lagged from your first flight, you might be feeling a little exhausted. Most likely, you just want to get to your destination. Despite the hassle, being stuck at an international gateway doesn’t have to be miserable. Here at …
Read More »Review: The Club at PHX
As far as airport lounges go, there are a few legendary ones that a seasoned traveler permanently has on their bucket list- destinations such as “The Wing“, Cathay Pacific’s Hong Kong facility, or maybe the world class Lufthansa First Class lounges in Frankfurt. Then, there’s The Club at PHX. An outdated …
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