• Europe,  Faro,  Lounges,  Portugal

    ✈️ Lounge Review: Schengen CIP Lounge – Faro Airport (FAO)

    23/07/2025 / No Comments

    Faro Airport (FAO) is the main gateway to Portugal’s stunning Algarve region and sees a high volume of seasonal traffic, especially in summer. While the airport itself is fairly compact, it offers two contract lounges: one in the Schengen area, the other in non-Schengen. We recently visited the Schengen CIP Lounge – and while it ticks a few boxes, it’s far from a premium lounge experience. 📍 Location & Access – Hidden, but reachable After clearing security and passing through the mandatory duty-free zone, follow the signs toward the CIP Lounge. Signage is decent but not obvious –…

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  • Europe,  Frankfurt,  Germany,  Lounges

    New Review – Air Canada Lounge Frankfurt (FRA)

    23/07/2025 / No Comments

    📍 Location & Access The Air Canada Maple Leaf Lounge is located in Terminal 1, Concourse B (1B) at Frankfurt Airport. It can be accessed via an underground walkway from Terminal A. Important to note: the lounge is located airside beyond passport control, making it a non-Schengen lounge. Access is granted to Air Canada Business Class passengers, Star Alliance Business and First Class travelers, and Star Alliance Gold members (each with one guest). Lufthansa First Class guests typically use the First Class Terminalor the designated Lufthansa First Class Lounges. Interestingly, LATAM Business Class passengers can also access the lounge – similar to the Iberia…

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  • Amsterdam,  Europe,  Lounges,  Netherlands

    New Review – Star Alliance Gold Lounge Amsterdam (AMS)

    13/03/2025 / No Comments

    Location The Star Alliance Gold Lounge at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport is one of many lounges available to travelers with Star Alliance Gold status or a Business/First Class ticket. Located in Terminal 1, Departure 2, on the third floor, it operates from Monday to Sunday between 5:30 AM and 9:00 PM. It’s always advisable to check the current opening hours, as they may change. Access Access to the lounge is granted to holders of a Star Alliance Gold card, often acquired through memberships in programs like Miles & More (Lufthansa), MileagePlus…

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