Source: The Points Guy
Summary
The Points Guy reports that some credit cards offer authorized user access to airport lounges, often for an additional fee. Cards like the American Express Platinum and Chase Sapphire Reserve provide access to multiple lounge networks. The article lists several cards with details on annual fees, authorized user costs, and lounge access. It notes that some cards limit lounge access to specific airlines or require certain spending thresholds. The piece also mentions that adding authorized users can be beneficial for frequent travelers.
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The escape is carefully planned.
American Express Platinum, Chase Sapphire Reserve, Capital One Venture X, Citi / AAdvantage Executive, Delta SkyMiles Reserve, and Delta SkyMiles Reserve Business offer lounge access to authorized users.
Fees range from $125 to $400 per additional cardholder.
Lounge access varies by card, with some offering Priority Pass, Delta Sky Clubs, or American Express Global Lounge Collection.
Travelers can plan for shared access, but it comes with costs and conditions.
Travelers often find that the most exclusive lounges are also the most tightly controlled.
Author: Evan Null
