Three Good Reasons To Skip the Airport Lounge

December 9, 2015 Erica Ho 2 minute read

Contrary to popular belief, it is not like being transported into another world. In fact, its a lot like watching Scream Queens: somewhat interesting but ultimately disappointing.

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Picking the Right Frequent Flyer Program for You

November 2, 2015 Erica Ho 4 minute read

This is part 2 in The Ultimate Guide to Understanding Frequent Flyer Programs series.

Most people just sign up on the airline that they fly on. That’s probably the worst thing most people can do.

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Can You Just Flash Any Credit Card To Get Lounge Access?

July 14, 2015 Erica Ho 1 minute read

No need to have a working Amex to get lounge access and free beer.

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Book a Refundable First-Class Ticket To Get Lounge Access

March 24, 2015 Erica Ho 3 minute read

There are tricks and then there are tricks. This is one of the dirtier ones.

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LoungeBuddy Is Practically Yelp for Airport Lounges

March 9, 2015 Karina Martinez-Carter 3 minute read

I’ll never forget my first introduction to airport lounges. I was discreetly loitering outside a lounge that had wide-open Wi-Fi, hoping the hours would pass quickly.

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The Quickest Way To Earn Star Alliance Gold

February 26, 2015 Erica Ho 2 minute read

Everyone is upset over the fact it’s not so easy to earn Star Alliance Gold on Aegean Air anymore. That’s not true: it’s still one of the easiest ways to beat the system. There’s just a Grecian vacation in your future now.

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Are Airport Lounges Worth It?

September 30, 2014 Erica Ho 4 minute read

It’s easy to fall in the trap to think because most North American lounges suck, all lounges are like that. But when I’m gunning for status, I’m not gunning for free upgrades or checked baggage. I’m gunning for lounge access.

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Breaking Down Priority Pass Membership Pricing

June 19, 2014 Erica Ho 2 minute read

Perhaps I’m regretting the fact that I didn’t try to requalify for Star Alliance Gold last year, but I really do miss my lounge benefits.

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Inside Star Alliance’s Newest Lounge at LAX

September 24, 2013 Erica Ho 2 minute read

I hate to get all excited, but North American lounges generally suck. I guess I have to take that back when I’m sipping champagne on the outdoor patio of the Star Alliance lounge.