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Singapore Airlines Reveals New SilverKris Lounge Design

January 7, 2014 by GroundCrew Leave a Comment

entrance to SilverKris lounge

Singapore Airlines has debuted its new SilverKris Lounge design in the Sydney (Australia) International Airport. This is the first in their program to upgrade all of their airport lounges around the world. The new lounge design is based on the ‘home away from home’ concept and offers distinct personal spaces that provide a sense of ‘being…read more >>>

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Priority Pass Adds 12 International Lounges To Network

January 4, 2014 by GroundCrew Leave a Comment

interior of Barcelona's VIP lounge

Priority Pass lounge network members now have access to 12 new lounges in China, the Philippines, Singapore, South Africa, Sweden and the United Arab Emirates. These include two new lounges in the new international terminal at Shenzhen-Baoan International Airport – the Domestic Guest Lounge is in the southwest wing and an International Guest Lounge in the…read more >>>

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British Airways Opens New Cape Town Lounge

January 2, 2014 by GroundCrew Leave a Comment

lounge interior

British Airways has opened a new lounge at the Cape Town international airport. The design of the new lounge is similar to that of its Galleries Lounge at Heathrow Terminal 5. The new lounge replaces the airline’s Terraces lounge at the airport. The over 7,000 square foot lounge is nearly double the size of the…read more >>>

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New Qantas Business Lounge At LAX To Open In April

December 23, 2013 by GroundCrew Leave a Comment

Lounge interior

The new Qantas Business Class Lounge at the newly completed Tom Bradley International Terminal at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) will open in phases, beginning from April 2014 and concluding in late 2014. The lounge will be managed by Qantas and jointly owned by Qantas, Cathay Pacific and British Airways. A new Qantas First Lounge at the terminal…read more >>>

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LATAM Opens VIP Lounge At Miami Airport

November 29, 2013 by GroundCrew Leave a Comment

LATAM lounge entrance

LATAM Airlines Group, Latin America’s largest airline group, opened a dedicated VIP lounge at Miami International Airport for customers of the group’s airlines (LAN Airlines and TAM Airlines) as well as partner airlines such as Lufthansa and SWISS in November 2013. Lounge amenities include showers, complimentary WiFi Internet access, network access points and a business center…read more >>>

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New Hong Kong Plaza Premium Lounge Set To Open

October 18, 2013 by GroundCrew Leave a Comment

reading area

Plaza Premium Lounge, the airport lounge operator, will open a new flagship pay-in lounge in the East Hall at Hong Kong International Airport in November 2013. The 24-hour, 15,000 square-foot lounge will be the largest commercial airport lounge in Asia and will offer a peaceful, luxurious stay with stylish and modern facilities. The lounge will serve authentic…read more >>>

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Air Canada Opens Maple Leaf Lounge In Frankfurt

October 13, 2013 by GroundCrew Leave a Comment

lounge interior

Air Canada opened its newest International Maple Leaf Lounge at Frankfurt Airport’s Terminal 1, Departures Area B, on October 10, 2013. The almost 8,000 square foot lounge showcases Canadian design, artistry and craftsmanship and offers a serene, stylish relaxation area for eligible Air Canada and Star Alliance travelers. A highlight of the Frankfurt lounge is The Canada Room, which displays…read more >>>

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Find Worldwide Airport Lounges With New iPhone App

October 2, 2013 by GroundCrew Leave a Comment

screen shots of lounge buddy app

Airport lounges are a welcome amenity for air travelers, especially business travelers. However, amenities and access requirements vary from lounge to lounge and it can be quite a task for travelers to find a suitable lounge at an unfamiliar destination. LoungeBuddy is a recently launched app for Apple iOS 7 devices (iPhones/iPads) that gives users information…read more >>>

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Star Alliance Lounge Opens At LAX Tom Bradley Terminal

September 27, 2013 by GroundCrew Leave a Comment

lounge terrace

The new  Star Alliance Lounge at Los Angeles International Airport’s renovated Tom Bradley International Terminal officially opened on September 25, 2013. The 18,000 square foot facility has seating space for over 400 guests including an exclusive area for First Class passengers. The lounge also offers a unique open air terrace with panoramic views of the northern runway toward the…read more >>>

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JAL To Introduce Natural Aroma Oils In Its Lounges

September 18, 2013 by GroundCrew Leave a Comment

cyprus leaves

Japan Airlines (JAL) will introduce aroma oils in its international and domestic lounges in Japan on September 20, 2013. Initially the aroma oils will be introduced at JAL international and domestic lounges at Tokyo Narita and Tokyo Haneda airports, followed by other JAL airport lounges in Japan from October onward. The oils will feature natural…read more >>>

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