Wildcatters love to travel, but constant jet-setting can be exhausting. Luckily, airlines are always upping their first class travel game and their airport lounges are no exception to this rule. The lounges offer long-distance travelers a space to escape the hubbub from surrounding concourse. From private showers to top shelf liquor, complimentary spa treatments to on-call nannies, you’ll never want to leave these luxurious hideaways!
1. Etihad’s Diamond First Class Lounge, Abu Dhabi
An epic Champagne bar with only the finest international selection of bubbly and fully stocked cigar lounge are only the beginning! This lounge houses a full spa right inside! First class travelers passing through are treated to a range of complimentary spa treatments and gourmet a la carte dining. Private rooms, large screen TVs, a fitness room, and complimentary luxury toiletries are a few other perks offered in this 24-hour paradise. Traveling with kids? The on-staff nannies will gladly take them to the playroom while you relax.
2. Lufthansa’s First Class Terminal, Frankfurt
This gigantic Lufthansa hub takes the first class experience so seriously that it has its own terminal, entirely separate from the rest of the airport. In typical German fashion, design is just as important as comfort in this stunning space. World-class food and drink offerings include plenty of traditional German options and countless local brews on tap. The real gem of this lounge is their rather healthy selection of 5-star whiskies. Settle in for a tasting flight and don’t worry about missing your flight – each passenger is assigned a personal assistant that will escort you directly to the runway.
3. Qatar Airways Premium Terminal, Doha
This massive headquarters is a lounge, hotel, and mall all in one. Duty-free and other luxury stores, a handful of international restaurants and cafes, and high-end bars line this first and business class terminal. Their business center comes with the latest in computer technology, multiple printers and private meeting rooms. There is also a full-service spa, outfitted with a sauna and jacuzzi. For the longer stays, there are bedroom suites, entertainment lounges, and even a childrens’ playroom.
4. Finnair Lounge, Helsinki
This simple yet functional lounge is designed to help you make the most of your layover: wireless mobile charging, sleek drapes for added privacy, and a business center. A full buffet is always on, but the special midnight selection for those traveling on to other times zones is particularly extravagant. If this weren’t enough, there’s also a full-service spa, complete with a traditional Finnish-style sauna room, and an offering of complementary treatments ranging in duration to suit any layover.
5. Singapore Airlines SilverKris Lounges, Singapore
As a first class passenger traveling through Singapore, you won’t have to do any of the work. A personal “Passenger Relations Officer” will meet you curbside to take your bags, check you in, and escort you to the plane. Inside the lounge, there is a range of different restaurants and cafes with the finest selections of international food and high-end drinks. Impeccably clean shower rooms, a decked out business center, and comfortable lounge areas make this a truly relaxing layover.