Sure, it will be 7 more years of construction– but it IS getting better. And, in addition, even though LAX has been “under construction” for most of my half century plus in Socal, it is indeed getting better. The terminal is a pleasure, with all the amenities I expect from a world-class airport. Finally, honestly– departing is quite pleasant at LAX, ESPECIALLY in the TBIT. Most of the flights out of PHL leave before 9 p.m., with a few exceptions, so you shouldn’t really experience a time when the lounge would be closed but you still have a flight departing after. Its the arrival experience that is terrible, so I try hard to arrive between 10AM-2PM, or after 8PM or on a weekend to avoid traffic issues. The Centurion Lounge at PHL opens at 5:30 a.m. Plus, I try hard to time my visits to LAX… specifically– I don’t mind early morning flights from LAX– usually no trouble, and very little delays. I dont know about you… but the opportunities to misconnect are not worth the stress. I agree, LAX is a tough place… but, honestly– if you are traveling somewhere that has a non-stop or even a more premium (upguaged aircraft, first/business class availability, and lounge access) flight experience, and better pricing… I think your argument about taking a connection instead of heading to LAX is not ideal. I live in the Long Beach area (love,love LGB), and travel at least once per week. The glass is frosted on the lower windows, providing some degree of I am a Los Angeles-area traveler. It’s almost like an island in the midst of baggage claim between passport control and customs. Lounge access is on a first come, first serve basis and depends on the space available upon entry. To learn more information about these lounges, including open hours and a list of amenities, please select Find Lounges in the top navigation. It appears you’ll enter the lounge then proceed down an elevator to the lounge itself, which is located on the arrivals levels. Selected American Express cardholders have access to the following Plaza Premium Lounges. The lounge entrance will be on Level 4, one level below the Qantas First Class lounge, near the bridge that connects TBIT to Terminal 4. Terminals 4-8 are connected on the secure side by walkway and Delta offers shuttle service from Terminals 2 and 3. The lounge will be located in the Tom Bradley International Terminal (TBIT), meaning you can get there fairly easily from all terminals except Terminal 1. The new lounge will also feature a spa, a kid and adult-friendly family room, custom, visual wall installations, complimentary chef-crafted food menus, premium wines and specialty cocktails from sommelier Anthony Giglio and mixologist Jim Meehan, enhanced workspaces, access to high-speed Wi-Fi, premium restrooms and showers, power outlets, private noise-buffering work stations and American Express Member Services Professionals to provide onsite Card-related and travel-related services. The latest Centurion Lounge will be a large one, with over 13,900 square feet of floor space and a special tranquility area and spa.įor the first time, American Express will be introducing an enhanced tranquility area, offering both brightly-lit and dimly-lit quiet areas to help global travelers adjust to new time zones as they travel internationally. The Los Angeles lounge was originally slated to open in 2019, but was delayed. An opening date has still not been announced. – 7:30 p.m.I was at LAX on Saturday and pleased to see that the American Express Centurion Lounge looks about ready to open. Same-day priority verification cards will be accepted.Įligible customers can enjoy access to our lounge in: London Heathrow (LHR) International First Class Lounge – Terminal 3ĭeparture level, beyond Passport Control in lounge area H Hoursĭaily: 5 a.m. An ‘eligible flight’ includes any departing or arriving flight that is marketed or operated by American or marketed and operated by any oneworld ® airline. A boarding pass for same-day travel on an eligible flight.A Single Visit Pass is valid for same-day, one-time use at the Flagship ® Lounge in which it was purchased. Available for $150 or 15,000 AAdvantage ® miles per person and may be purchased at open Flagship ® Lounge locations.Flagship ® Lounge locations (based on lounge capacity).Keep in mind, your departing or arriving flight must be the same-day (or before 6 a.m. Get access when traveling on any flight marketed or operated by American or a oneworld ® airline (regardless of cabin).
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