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Alaska Airlines used to have a light footprint in the Seattle Tacoma N Satellite concourse, previously operating the majority of its flights from the C and D Concourse at Seattle Tacoma International Airport. Through an expansion strategy, the N Satellite underwent an expansion featuring more gates and more available lounge space. In previous years, the Alaska footprint in the N Satellite was much more limited, consistent with the lounge that it operated… Read More

The Slow Lounge in the Domestic Terminal of the O.R. Tambo International Airport in Johannesburg, South Africa is the lounge associated with British Airways Comair franchise that operates in South Africa. The lounge offered a reasonable place to relax before a domestic South African flight and offered great views prior to our flight. Review: The Slow Lounge, Domestic, O.R. Tambo International Airport, Johannesburg, South Africa “The Slow Lounge provided a Boutique Styled… Read More

The Qatar Airways Al Mourjan Business Lounge at Doha Hamad International Airport is the flagship business lounge in the Qatar Airways network. Qatar Airways has built it’s airline network on connecting traffic through it’s airport in Doha. In order to pamper it’s business travelers, it’s has to maintain a competitive space. Thankfully, the Qatar Airways Al Mourjan Lounge is among the best business lounges worldwide. Read on to see how it excels… Read More

The American Airlines Admirals Club at Los Angeles made the most of the space available, taking over the top floor of the Los Angeles Terminal Four concourse space. It offered a day light space in a pleasant and comforting atmosphere, along with a la carte food to order, available snacks and a full bar offering. Review: American Airlines Admirals Club, Los Angeles International Airport Terminal 4, California, United States of America “American… Read More

Our departing early morning flight from Vancouver International Airport was on American Airlines today. It was a contrast from our other experiences whom were on Alaska Airlines and Delta Airlines while we flew on a transborder basis. Our experience on American Airlines was comfortable and pleasant, although not super memorable. Review: American Airlines Compass Airlines dba as American Eagle, E175, Vancouver International Airport – Los Angeles Terminal Six “American Airlines offered “lounge-less”… Read More

Our Trans Pacific Flight on Japan Airlines was on one of Japan Airlines newest equipment types; the brand new Boeing 787. For some strange reason, Japan Airlines decided to outfit this new plane with angle flat seats. While the seats looks neat and contemporary, they are aren’t as comfortable as they could be. The flight was also highlighted by Japan Airlines’ pleasant on board service. Review: Japan Airlines Business Shell Flat Neo,… Read More

Our connection through Tokyo Narita International Airport had us passing through one of One World’s primary hubs in North Asia. It’s always interesting to see what a flagship lounge looks like in one of the carriers premium hubs. We would end up finding a comfortable lounge marked by beautiful daylight views and a neat noodle bar paired with delicious champagne. Review: Japan Airlines Sakura Lounge, Narita International Airport – Terminal 2, Tokyo,… Read More

Our series of flights back home from Australia to North America had us starting off in Adelaide, Australia at about 3:20 AM. Since we were flying on standby most of the way, the only confirmed ticket that we had was our Qantas Business class ticket from Adelaide to Sydney. We were up bright and early for these travels back to America, and a friendly stop by The Qantas Club Adelaide. Review: The… Read More

The countries of Australia and New Zealand have an ability to take the lounge experience to the next level. They consistently offer a terrific lounge product, typically with above average food and beverage and spacious places to relax and rest before any flight. The Qantas Business Lounges are no exception to that rule. We were able to visit the terrific Qantas Business Lounge Sydney Kingford Smith Terminal Three before our onward journey…. Read More

Read More from this Trip Introduction: Christmas Markets in Germany via British Airways and Lufthansa First Class SkyTeam International Lounge, Vancouver International Airport Cathay Pacific Lounge, Vancouver International Airport British Airways Galleries Lounge, Vancouver International Airport British Airways First Class: Vancouver – London Heathrow Terminal 3 British Airways Concorde Room: London Heathrow Terminal 5 British Airways Club Europe: London Heathrow Terminal 5 – Munich Le Meridien Munich, Munich, Germany Christmas Markets in… Read More

This post is one chapter on our trip to Australia’s Great Barrier Reef, Melbourne with The Great Ocean Road, exploring The Yarra Valley and the beaches of The Gold Coast via Qantas First Class. This trip was booked using Alaska Airlines Mileage Plan. For more information on how this trip was booked, please see our trip introduction here. For other parts of the trip, please see this index. If you enjoyed this… Read More