Qantas is spoiling its most loyal flyers travelling through the USA, with additional food, bars and space in the Los Angeles Business Lounge.
The airline this week completed major upgrades to the lounge, which is now three times the size of what it use to be.
Working with oneworld partners Cathay Pacific and British Airways, the completion follows the opening of stage one of the development in June 2014 and the opening of the adjacent Qantas First Lounge, designed by Marc Newson in December 2014.
In addition to being three times as large, the lounge has received additional features to satisfy guests.
What’s changed?
As mentioned above, there’s triple the floor space from 11,000 square-feet to 42,000 square-feet. This makes way for 200 additional seats, bringing the total capacity of the lounge to 600 seats.
A dedicated dining area featuring a large communal dining table equipped with USB and power outlets; and new menus by Qantas Chef Neil Perry with a focus on fresh, seasonal produce has been introduced.
There are now two buffets featuring a make-your-own juice bar, hot dishes, fresh and healthy salads, snacks and desserts.
Foodies will enjoy the new Californian food cart offering tacos and specialty hot dogs.
There’s also a new cocktail bar offering signature cocktails and barista coffee.
Other Qantas touches include the communal fireplace and central glass atrium, an additional seven shower suites taking the total to 16, six work stations equipped with Apple iMacs and a dedicated Family Zone with children’s furniture, toys and games.
“The completion of this project represents our significant investment in the US market. Together with Los Angeles International Airport’s renovations, Qantas now offers truly world class facilities for international travelers and our lounges in the US are second to none.”
Vanessa Hudson, Qantas Regional General Manager, The Americas
The lounge is accessible to Qantas, Cathay Pacific and British Airways customers travelling in Business; Gold Qantas Frequent Flyers, Marco Polo Club Gold and Executive Club Silver members; oneworld Sapphire customers; and Qantas Club members.
To celebrate the completion of Qantas’ lounge facilities at LAX, Qantas hosted a pop-up acoustic performance by Sydney-born, Los Angeles-based musician Ben Lee for its Business Lounge customers.
