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The Definitive Guide to Mastercard Airport Experiences Provided by LoungeKey
– canadianfinanceblog.com
For frequent flyers, private airport lounges offer an oasis of sorts, the chance for some peace and quiet in the midst of a crowded airport. Over the years, these lounges have grown in popularity, with literally thousands now spread across airports around the globe.
What Is LoungeKey?
LoungeKey is a program that allows access to over 1000 airport lounges worldwide, regardless of which airline you’re flying, as long as you have an eligible credit card.
Unfortunately, for Canadians, not many credit card companies participate in the LoungeKey program. The partnership is limited to select Mastercard products, which is what makes the Mastercard Airport Experience so valuable.
Today, I’ll cover everything you need to know about the Mastercard Airport Experience Program by LoungeKey, and let you know which credit card I use to access LoungeKey facilities when I’m travelling.
First, let’s take a look at some of the benefits offered by an airport lounge.
What’s Inside An Airport Lounge?
The services offered by an airport lounge vary, but the following perks are common to most locations:
What Is LoungeKey?
LoungeKey is a program that allows access to over 1000 airport lounges worldwide, regardless of which airline you’re flying, as long as you have an eligible credit card.
Unfortunately, for Canadians, not many credit card companies participate in the LoungeKey program. The partnership is limited to select Mastercard products, which is what makes the Mastercard Airport Experience so valuable.
Today, I’ll cover everything you need to know about the Mastercard Airport Experience Program by LoungeKey, and let you know which credit card I use to access LoungeKey facilities when I’m travelling.
First, let’s take a look at some of the benefits offered by an airport lounge.
What’s Inside An Airport Lounge?
The services offered by an airport lounge vary, but the following perks are common to most locations:
space to stretch out and relax, with comfortable seating
complimentary snacks and drinks
full meal service and a choice of premium alcoholic beverages
free, secure WiFi, with docks to charge your phone or laptop
screens offering departure and arrival information
service staff to assist with travel related questions
washrooms, and in some lounges, shower facilities
Before visiting a lounge, I recommend checking out which services they offer as they can vary from lounge to lounge…
