Airport Lounge Guides
Clear, accurate guides to the most common lounge access questions — written for travelers, not marketing copy.
Chase Sapphire Lounges and Priority Pass: what changed on 15 August 2026
From 15 August 2026, a Priority Pass membership from a non-Chase card no longer opens a Chase Sapphire Lounge. What it means for Amex Platinum, Venture X, Bilt and Marriott Brilliant holders, lounge by lounge.
How to Get Into Amex Centurion Lounges (2026)
Which Amex cards unlock Centurion Lounge access, what you need at the door, how the guest policy works, and why no one can buy a day pass.
Delta Sky Club Access, Explained (2026)
Who can enter a Delta Sky Club, how Delta Amex cards work, what visit limits apply, and the important truth about SkyTeam Elite Plus status.
Airport Lounge Access by Airline Elite Status
Delta Medallion, United Premier, American AAdvantage — here's exactly what lounge access each status tier does and doesn't grant, and the common misconceptions to avoid.
How Airport Lounge Day Passes Work
Which lounge networks sell walk-in day passes, which never do, what a pass typically costs in 2026, and when buying one actually makes sense.
Is Priority Pass Worth It in 2026?
What Priority Pass actually gets you, the three ways to hold it, how the tiers and guest fees really work, and the specific situations where it is — and is not — worth the money.
These guides are for general planning. Lounge access policies change frequently — always confirm current terms with the official card issuer or lounge operator before you travel. About our methodology.