There is lots to love about the British Airways Galleries First Lounge at London Heathrow (LHR) Terminal 5: the terrace overlooking the bustling concourse and busy tarmac, the quirky décor (horse-shaped lamps!), the generous food and drink selection and cooked-to-order meals, and, of course, the Champagne Bar — where else can you taste a Castelnau […]
Blog posts tagged: oneworld
Lounge ticker: New lounges in Sao Paulo, Winnipeg, Auckland, Stockholm, and Perth
The lounge world is abuzz with so many new and renovated lounges over the last two months that it’s hard to keep track! We’re here to help you catch up. We’ve already reported on the new British Airways Galleries Club and Concorde Bar in Singapore, Delta Sky Club in San Francisco, and EVA Air Lounge in Bangkok… […]
Cathay Pacific is doubling the size of their San Francisco lounge
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 […]
British Airways unveils a new lounge in Singapore with a new concept: The Concorde Bar
British Airways’ old lounge at Singapore Changi airport Terminal 1 was functional but unremarkable, away from the glamour of the world-class Terminal 3. What a difference four months make. A few weeks ago, the British flag carrier unveiled a completely refreshed lounge with a new décor, enhanced amenities, and even a new concept, the Concorde […]
Cathay Pacific phases out their partnership with the Peninsula hotel in Hong Kong
Via Experience The Skies, Cathay Pacific will be terminating their partnership with The Hong Kong and Shanghai Hotels, Ltd., operators of the famed Peninsula hotel on May 1st, 2016. The hotel chain currently provides staff, catering and services at the airline’s flagship Hong Kong (HKG) lounges including The Wing, The Pier and The Bridge. The airline […]
In Memoriam: LHR Terminal 1 and The Great British Lounge
In just a week, London Heathrow Terminal 1 will close, permanently. On June 29th, British Airways flight 970 to Hannover, Germany (HAJ) is scheduled to depart at 9:15 p.m., after which Terminal 1 will officially be off limits to the public. It’s likely to be an eerie experience for BA 970 passengers, as Terminal 1 is […]
Cathay Pacific’s new lounges in Manila and Bangkok now open
2015 is an exciting for premium passengers, when it comes to ground services. Several airlines, including Air New Zealand, United and Singapore Airlines, American Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines, are investing in an overhaul of their lounges worldwide. Cathay Pacific is most famous for its acclaimed lounges at their Hong Kong home base, with jewels such as […]