[docjames]

Can anyone tell me where they have one?

I'm looking at BNE-LAX-NYC-CUN-DFW-SCL-AKL-BNE later this year, all in Y (discount Y actually) so if i can't upgrade some/any sectors, and there's delays, i'd look at paying on the day for lounge access. I understand there's also a deal for AMEX platinum (?free lounge access)?

Any suggestions on locations / prices on user-pays lounges or Amex lounges in any of the above airports would be great.

Thanks in advance.

[serfty]

There's a few references; it really depends upon the Types of Card you have etc. whether it's valid for such access. e.g.

• AMEX Cardmembers
• American Express and American Airlines Partner to Add Admirals Club® Lounge Access for Platinum Card® & Centurion® Members

[docjames]

Thanks serfty for quick reply.

But is this only for CHARGE card platinum, or ANY (CC) platinum??

And does it matter if Aust issued or US/HK/other issued?

[serfty]

I have NO idea - google somthing like "american express airport lounge" and see what you get.

(I have a feeling most standard Oz based Amex cards do not provide such access - perhaps Centurion?)

[docjames]

Originally Posted by serfty

I have NO idea - google somthing like "american express airport lounge" and see what you get.

(I have a feeling most standard Oz based Amex cards do not provide such access - perhaps Centurion?)

Well, i searched around Amex and get the feeling it's not possible, so unless i bluff them in NY, DFW etc, it's prob not going to happen.

[Robert Barlow]

Originally Posted by docjames

Can anyone tell me where they have one?

I'm looking at BNE-LAX-NYC-CUN-DFW-SCL-AKL-BNE later this year, all in Y (discount Y actually) so if i can't upgrade some/any sectors, and there's delays, i'd look at paying on the day for lounge access. I understand there's also a deal for AMEX platinum (?free lounge access)?

Any suggestions on locations / prices on user-pays lounges or Amex lounges in any of the above airports would be great.

Thanks in advance.

Priority Pass is a possibility although no access at BNE (international) or AKL. There is access at all other locations. There is a basic membership at $US99 (all visits cost $US27pp) or the next level costs $US 249. This gives you 10 free visits and 0ne guest @ $US27 per visit. I've done this for a RTW trip to avoid the throng at a number of locations. Try this link http://www.prioritypass.com/tp/aecuk

[docjames]

Thanks!

[Mal]

If you hold an Australian Plat *Charge* card (Circa $1000 fee/year) then you get a free basic Priority Pass membership.

https://www.iplatinum.americanexpres...e=LoungeAccess

[Homer]

Originally Posted by serfty

(I have a feeling most standard Oz based Amex cards do not provide such access - perhaps Centurion?)

It won't necessarily help this pax but for the record Centurion provides a complimentary Priority Pass membership and a complimentary Qantas Club membership.

In addition, provided that you have a boarding pass for the relevant airline on that day, Centurion members can access the AA Admiral's Club, Delta Crown Room Club, Continental President's Club and NorthWest Airlines WorldClubs.

[oz_mark]

Originally Posted by Mal

If you hold an Australian Plat *Charge* card (Circa $1000 fee/year) then you get a free basic Priority Pass membership.

https://www.iplatinum.americanexpres...e=LoungeAccess

I believe you get the 'prestige' membership, rather than the 'standard'. Not sure what you were meaning by basic, but the spiel indicates the highest level.