Airport lounges in North America are more popular than ever. Originally intended as exclusive and serene retreats for well-heeled travelers, airport clubs have become chronically crowded. At peak times, popular lounges routinely have to turn customers away, and those who get in might need to fight the crowds to find a seat or grab a […]
Alaska Airlines is changing the way its day passes work for its network of lounges, and unfortunately, some of the changes are not good. Alaska Lounge Day Pass Pricing Changing One of the first big changes is that the cost to enter an Alaska Lounge for the day will be $60, up from $50, a […]
In a departure from its long-standing strategy, Alaska Airlines joined the oneworld alliance late March. On the heels of a smooth and successful integration, the carrier is cementing its collaboration with American Airlines, a fellow oneworld member. Customers will soon see enhanced connection opportunities in Seattle, reciprocal upgrades, and generally more “metal neutrality” to facilitate […]
Tomorrow will mark the culmination of the first phase of an ambitious five-year project to transform the venerable North Satellite at Seattle-Tacoma airport in partnership with Alaska Airlines, the airport’s largest tenant and the sole occupant of the satellite building. The 45-year old structure is undergoing a complete makeover, to the tune of $550 million dollars. […]
We bring you up to speed on the latest developments in the lounge universe: United is preparing to open new United Club locations at Atlanta (ATL) and San Francisco (SFO) airports; Alaska Airlines is putting the final touches on the new Seattle-Tacoma (SEA) Board Room; Emirates has reopened their London Heathrow (LHR) lounge, and American […]
Today Alaska Airlines announced the opening of a new Board Room lounge at Seattle-Tacoma airport, expanded club hours system wide, as well as changes to reciprocal access to Delta Sky Clubs and United Clubs for Board Room members. Seattle’s hometown airline may not be a major player in the US domestic market compared to the three […]
The Cathay Pacific Business and First Class Lounge at San Francisco airport (SFO) Terminal A has built a reputation as a gorgeous facility. The décor designed by firm Foster & Partners boasts high-end finishes, elegant furniture, and a relaxing, upper-scale vibe. But the club, built in 2011, has far outgrown its intended target customer base and suffers from […]
Effective on August 15th, members of Alaska Airlines’ Board Room will enjoy access to the entire network of American Airlines Admirals Clubs when flying on Alaska Airlines or American Airlines. The new program, announced today, is an expansion of Alaska and American’s prior agreement, which granted Alaska Airlines’ Board Room members access to a handful of Admirals […]
