JetBlue has launched BlueHouse, a new lounge at JFK’s Terminal 5, aiming to enhance its premium travel experience. The lounge offers a cozy, locally-inspired atmosphere with unique food and beverage options, contrasting traditional airline lounges. While it faces strong competition, BlueHouse marks a significant step in JetBlue’s commitment to seamless premium service.
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Qantas’ lounge network has long been a quiet expression of the airline’s national character – grounded, sophisticated, and unmistakably Australian. As the Flying Kangaroo prepares for its next great leap, the arrival of Project Sunrise and the opening of its new Auckland International Lounge mark the beginning of a more refined, residential era for its…
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British Airways has unveiled new lounges in Miami and Dubai as part of its £7 billion transformation, marking a shift toward a more modern, expressive travel experience. These lounges blend local influences with British sensibility, offering a comfortable and vibrant atmosphere. However, a disconnect remains between the lounges and the airline’s onboard aesthetic.
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The new Terminal 1 at San Diego International Airport features a modern design emphasizing passenger experience, sustainability, and local identity. Created by Gensler, it combines spaciousness and intimacy with abundant natural light and local materials. Despite retaining traditional boarding bridges, the terminal sets a new standard for regional airports, prioritizing comfort and connection.
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LOT Polish Airlines is undergoing a significant transformation aimed at elevating its status among European airlines by 2026. This includes modernizing its fleet with new Airbus A220s and renovated 737 MAX 8 interiors, enhancing in-flight dining with Michelin-star collaborations, and improving lounge experiences, establishing a consistent and premium passenger journey.
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Korean Air has launched the first phase of its lounge renewal at Seoul Incheon, introducing updated Miler Club and Prestige lounges alongside new Prestige Garden lounges. The designs are modern and premium, featuring diverse culinary options and wellness spaces. However, the lack of cohesive design across different projects highlights the need for a unifying creative direction.
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Cathay Pacific’s newly reopened lounge at Beijing Capital International Airport exemplifies the airline’s signature residential aesthetic. Designed by Studioilse, it features intimate spaces, a Noodle Bar offering regional dishes, and a tranquil Teahouse. With thoughtful details and a strong cultural connection, the lounge enhances the travel experience while reinforcing the brand’s identity.
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The lounge ecosystem in the Americas is evolving, marked by increased passenger volumes and significant investments in innovation. United Airlines has introduced its largest lounge, the United Club B West at Denver International Airport, featuring 33,000 square feet and 600 seats. Designed with local influences, it offers varied seating, a seasonal buffet, and enhanced amenities, setting a new standard for future developments.
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LATAM Airlines is redefining premium travel in South America with the opening of its Signature Lima Lounge and launch of its international Premium Economy product, Premium Comfort. The lounge features South American design elements, while Premium Comfort enhances traveler experience with better seating and inflight services, although it lacks the lounge’s cultural richness. Together, these initiatives mark LATAM’s ambition to position itself as the continent’s flagship airline.
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Air New Zealand is reimagining its approach to premium travel with the upcoming Koru Lounge at Auckland International Airport. Set to open between 2026 and 2027, the new lounge will feature a warm, local aesthetic, increased seating, and distinct zones for various traveler needs, emphasizing the airline’s commitment to customer-focused design and New Zealand’s heritage.
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Jersey Airport has welcomed a new No1 Lounge, transforming a long-standing lack of premium spaces. This compact lounge combines style and functionality with varied zones, a curated buffet, and a well-stocked bar. While it enhances Jersey’s offerings, competition in the pay-per-use lounge sector poses ongoing challenges for No1.
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Virgin Atlantic is retiring its original business class seats in favor of a premium-focused offering, reflecting strong demand in Upper Class and Premium cabins. The new configuration will reduce economy seats significantly while introducing improved lounge spaces and implementing Starlink for Wi-Fi. Updates also include a new app for Virgin Atlantic Holidays.
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United Airlines has enhanced its Polaris Lounge at Newark Liberty Airport, introducing a refined dining experience with increased seating capacity to around 160. The design prioritizes intimacy and comfort, featuring a menu with upgraded à la carte options and a focus on personalization. This update reflects a strategic move to compete effectively in the market.
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Western Sydney International Airport, Australia’s first major airport in over 50 years, merges contemporary architecture with local culture. Designed collaboratively, it features an expansive terminal showcasing natural materials and a focus on passenger experience. With investments in local businesses and strong environmental commitments, it aims to serve the community while generating jobs.
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Singapore’s Changi Airport is redefining airport excellence with the upcoming Terminal 5, part of a massive Changi East development. Designed to welcome 50 million passengers annually, T5 integrates nature into its architecture while leveraging smart technology for efficiency. With a focus on sustainability and community, T5 aims to set new global benchmarks for modern airports.
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Adelaide is highlighted as Qantas launches a new international route to Auckland and opens a Domestic Business Lounge. The lounge, designed with regional inspiration, focuses on local culture and cuisine, featuring a cooking station and bespoke furnishings. This initiative enhances travel options for South Australians and reflects Qantas’s commitment to customer experience.
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Cathay Pacific has renovated The Bridge lounge at Hong Kong International Airport, introducing new features while retaining familiar elements. The redesign emphasizes a human-centric approach, enhancing comfort and atmosphere. The lounge includes a revamped Noodle Bar, The Nook for regional dishes, and a Food Hall with diverse menu options, all aimed at enriching passenger experiences.
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Saudia launched its new lounge at London Heathrow’s Terminal 4 on April 27, catering to its guests and SkyTeam partners. It combines modern luxury with Saudi hospitality, featuring premium mocktails, an international buffet, and bespoke Tea Ceremony bar
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Delta Air Lines has launched a new lounge in its Sky Club network at Atlanta’s Hartsfield-Jackson Airport. Spanning over 24,000 square feet, it accommodates over 500 guests with a design reflecting Atlanta’s culture. The lounge prioritizes comfort and functionality, incorporating local art and enhanced facilities, and is part of Delta’s broader investment in the airport’s infrastructure.
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Navigating your way around CDG can be confusing at the best of times. Different Terminal numbers, different sub-terminals denoted by letters, and even different Halls, causing a myriad of confusion when it comes to locating a lounge that suits you. Thankfully, Air France has now updated all of its lounges, with Hall K the latest…
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Virgin Atlantic has finally unveiled its swanky new Clubhouse on the west coast of the USA. Its 6th Clubhouse globally, the new lounge features a new design aesthetic which has evolved beyond the original masterpiece in Heathrow. The LAX Clubhouse, located in the Tom Bradley International Terminal, is a multi-sensory experience designed to soothe the…
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Avianca has finally brought a much needed new lounge to Miami’s J concourse, giving more options to Star Alliance premium passengers flying from this popular US gateway. Partnering with TAP Air Portugal, this is Avianca’s 11th lounge globally, and with more than a dozen flights a day, Miami is a key international destination for the…
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Lufthansa is the latest airline to upgrade its lounge in Heathrow Terminal 2. Now reopen, the recently renovated lounge is situated in the main terminal area, making it the favourable Star Alliance lounge for the group’s airlines operating narrowbody aircraft into Heathrow. Heathrow’s A gates only accept narrow body aircraft, and airlines like Aegean, Brussels,…
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Hawaiian Airlines has always offered a sub-standard lounge experience in comparison to its in-flight product. The lounges are often crowded and offer a limited range of coffee, snacks and POG juice, but little else. So the recent merger with Alaska Airlines has shifted Hawaiian’s ground experience up a gear as it looks to create synergies…
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Etihad Airways is one of the few airlines that allows pre-clearance into the US, meaning that passengers arrive in the US without having to face lengthy queues at immigration. However, this has always meant that prior to departure from Abu Dhabi, passengers have had to face a smaller queue to pass immigration within the airport.…
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LOT Polish Airlines has launched a new business lounge at Chicago O’Hare’s Terminal 5, marking its first investment in North America. Designed for passenger comfort, this stylish space features modern decor, relaxation and work areas, a dining section with Polish cuisine, and advanced technology, including automatic dimming windows and fast Wi-Fi.
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Delta has opened its first SkyClub at Charlotte Douglas International Airport, featuring a 14,000-square-foot space that accommodates nearly 250 guests. The lounge incorporates Neoclassic design inspired by Queen Charlotte. Meanwhile, Delta’s new Boston Logan lounge aims to enhance the business class experience with exclusive dining and maritime-themed decor. Both lounges symbolise Delta’s commitment to improving ground experiences.
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Delta is redefining the luxury airport lounge experience with the grand opening of its Delta One Lounge at LAX, supplementing the already impressive Sky Club situated just next door in Terminal 3. Designed to be a cut above the Sky Club, this exclusive space is designed to serve nearly 200 guests and offers a fully…
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With yesterday’s announcement, LAX is certainly on the front foot when it comes to new ground experiences. With both the new Air France and now Virgin Atlantic lounges at Los Angeles International Airport and their unique approaches to luxury, functionality, and aesthetics, there’s plenty of choice available now for SkyTeam passengers. Air France Lounge: Classic…
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Lufthansa has introduced its latest premium lounge at Newark Liberty International Airport’s Terminal B, which will be welcome to the many Star Alliance passengers departing from the airport including Lufthansa, LOT and TAP Portugal. Covering 600 square metres, the new lounge brings a new contemporary elegance, balancing functionality with a sleek aesthetic that feels fresh…
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