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June 11, 2022Tired of the slow internet, bland buffet food, and harsh lights in your regular airport lounges? Now more than ever, airport lounges are starting to take things to the next level as they offer beyond the usual amenities.
Check out the following airport lounges that are proving and showing to the world that luxury is the hottest norm these days:
La Première Lounge of Air France in Paris
The La Première first-class cabin of Air France is among the world’s most chic flying experiences, and the ground game of the airline is equally fashionable, too. A cliquey cocktail bar, new art pieces, semi-private areas for relaxation, and star chef-prepared cuisine await you here.
You can access the lounge if you are one of those lucky few connecting or departing from Paris in the La Première cabin of Air France. Access is also possible if you depart on long-haul Delta or Air France flight without La Première cabins priced at $600 or 500 euros or 75,000 of frequent flier miles of Flying Blue of the airline per person.
The Pier First Class Lounge of Cathay Pacific in Hong Kong
Different spaces with different vibes are what this stunning lounge is all about. To access, you should depart on Cathay Pacific or other Oneworld airlines in first-class or have a top-tier Emerald status with Oneworld.
The elegant sitting areas with floor-to-ceiling windows framing it to offer tarmac views, the unique horseshoe-shaped cocktail bar, the restaurant inspired by mid-century, and the Retreat Portion with 8 dayrooms and shower suites are just some of the offerings of this lounge.
First Class Terminal of Lufthansa in Frankfurt
Lufthansa went all out by creating a full First Class Terminal at the Frankfurt hub instead of just a first-class lounge. Some of the highlights of the lounger include a bar that serves more than 130 different whiskeys, a cigar lounge, shower rooms, and a full-service dining room.
To gain access, you need to depart on Lufthansa in first-class or arrive in first-class on Lufthansa and connect to a flight run by Swiss, Austrian, or Lufthansa. This is also accessible for the uber-elite fliers of Hon Circle.
Al Mourjan Business Lounge of Qatar Airways in Doha
Spanning more than 100,000 square feet, Qatar Airways’ sophisticated and spacious lounge in Doha got something in store for everyone. It features cozy semi-private sleeping rooms, communal and quiet sitting areas, dedicated family spaces, a couple of dining rooms, separate shower suites, as well as a game room with PlayStation, foosball, pinball machines, and a simulator of F1 race car.
To access the lounge, you should fly on Qatar Airways in first or business class or any of its partners in Oneworld. However, you can also buy access online during travel or in advance even if you are flying the carrier on the basic business fare or in the economy.
Other noteworthy luxurious airport lounges include Swiss First Class Lounge in Zurich, Emirates First Class Lounge in Dubai, American Airlines Flagship First Dining, American Express Centurion Lounges, Delta Sky Club in Atlanta, Qantas First Lounge in Sydney, Turkish Airlines Lounge Business in Istanbul, United Polaris Lounge in Chicago, and Virgin Atlantic Clubhouse in London.
