lounge usage at bangalore airport
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I have hdfc bank dinners club credit card, want to use airport lounge tomorrow, can someone help with details please. does it require prebooking , other details please
Sorry all for late update:
Thanks for inputs, i used agl, it was very good ambience as well as food.
Did not had time to check other.
Also used lounge in Mumbai which was after security check. Its ambience was not that good plus food options also limited. Any additional questions can help
@nifty11 wrote:
Sorry all for late update:
Thanks for inputs, i used agl, it was very good ambience as well as food.
Did not had time to check other.
Also used lounge in Mumbai which was after security check. Its ambience was not that good plus food options also limited. Any additional questions can help
I was waiting for your update. Thanks!
@nifty11 wrote:
Sorry all for late update:
Thanks for inputs, i used agl, it was very good ambience as well as food.
Did not had time to check other.
Also used lounge in Mumbai which was after security check. Its ambience was not that good plus food options also limited. Any additional questions can help
I think Mumbai has two lounges but I had a good experience with lounge at Mumbai.
the only thing here in India is alcohol is not complimentary in these lounges.
I prefer to travel by train wherever possible and overnight journey is available. 1st AC in train is far more comfortable than flight.
But yes, among the various airport lounges used, T3 is better, particularly the Amex one at T3.
@panchabhut wrote:
I prefer to travel by train wherever possible and overnight journey is available. 1st AC in train is far more comfortable than flight.
But yes, among the various airport lounges used, T3 is better, particularly the Amex one at T3.
1st AC is great. I would any day choose a 1AC ticket for a short 7-8 hours journey over a business class ticket. Although would love to have airlines service in trains but that ain’t happening anytime soon. for longer journeys of 10+ hours, my choice would always be a flight.
BTW, some of the luxurious buses are also very comfortable. I particularly like Scania Metrolink and volvo B9R. Mercedes sucks though.
@anilenggworks77964 wrote:
the only thing here in India is alcohol is not complimentary in these lounges.
I’m glad it’s not. I would hate to sit besides a guy reeking alcohol odor in a closed environment such as an aircraft.
@cybertechie wrote:
@anilenggworks77964 wrote:
the only thing here in India is alcohol is not complimentary in these lounges.
I’m glad it’s not. I would hate to sit besides a guy reeking alcohol odor in a closed environment such as an aircraft.
I am not saying that everyone has to get drunk if they are having an complimentary alcohol too. Its a complimentary thing everywhere outside India. Even on international flights its complimentary. I don’t think it should be a big deal.
@anilenggworks77964 wrote:
@cybertechie wrote:
@anilenggworks77964 wrote:
the only thing here in India is alcohol is not complimentary in these lounges.
I’m glad it’s not. I would hate to sit besides a guy reeking alcohol odor in a closed environment such as an aircraft.
I am not saying that everyone has to get drunk if they are having an complimentary alcohol too. Its a complimentary thing everywhere outside India. Even on international flights its complimentary. I don’t think it should be a big deal.
i had complimentry drinks at kolkata international lounge only
@wbdimer wrote:
@anilenggworks77964 wrote:
@cybertechie wrote:
@anilenggworks77964 wrote:
the only thing here in India is alcohol is not complimentary in these lounges.
I’m glad it’s not. I would hate to sit besides a guy reeking alcohol odor in a closed environment such as an aircraft.
I am not saying that everyone has to get drunk if they are having an complimentary alcohol too. Its a complimentary thing everywhere outside India. Even on international flights its complimentary. I don’t think it should be a big deal.
i had complimentry drinks at kolkata international lounge only
Yes, the lounges at the international terminals in India I have flown from (DEL, BOM, HYD, BLR) do serve complimentary drinks. CC @anilenggworks77964 @cybertechie
@panchabhut I agree with you. The Amex lounge at T3 Delhi is perhaps the best airport lounge in India. The best part is that this lounge is not overcrowded like the other ones (Plaza Premium!) and they offer both a snack buffet (for travelers in a hurry) and a full restaurant style service. And the entry is free for JetPrivilege Platnium members as well.
@DealSeeker wrote:
@nifty11 You didn’t mention whether you are flying domestically or internationally. Anyway, with Diners Club, you basically have two choices at both the terminals — Plaza Premium and Above Ground Level.
Since this would be your first time, I would recommend you to go well in advance. If you can manage to get at least 90 minutes after clearing the security check, then you can try both the lounges. Assuming you are flying domestically, both the lounges are located opposite Gate 1 on the mezzanine level. They are right in front of each other. But you’d need to go down to the ground floor and then take another elevator/set of stairs to go from one lounge to the other.
Now to answer your questions/doubts, no pre-booking is required. You just walk to the reception and hand over your credit card. For Plaza Premium, there is usually a constant stream of passengers walking-in, so they don’t bother checking the boarding card.
As for the differences between both the lounges, they have pretty much similar food options for breakfast. But I like the ambience at AGL better. Moreover, their live desserts counter is their USP. CC @cybertechie
Enjoy!
I recently started using lounges. Enjoyed thoroughly at AGL but never saw any dessert counter. Is it the one next to live counter where dosas and chats are made?
I have been there twice. The first time, however, I was shocked with all the free food for such a steal price. I almost felt guilty for eating.
@DealSeeker wrote:
@wbdimer wrote:
@anilenggworks77964 wrote:
@cybertechie wrote:
@anilenggworks77964 wrote:
the only thing here in India is alcohol is not complimentary in these lounges.
I’m glad it’s not. I would hate to sit besides a guy reeking alcohol odor in a closed environment such as an aircraft.
I am not saying that everyone has to get drunk if they are having an complimentary alcohol too. Its a complimentary thing everywhere outside India. Even on international flights its complimentary. I don’t think it should be a big deal.
i had complimentry drinks at kolkata international lounge only
Yes, the lounges at the international terminals in India I have flown from (DEL, BOM, HYD, BLR) do serve complimentary drinks. CC @anilenggworks77964 @cybertechie@panchabhut I agree with you. The Amex lounge at T3 Delhi is perhaps the best airport lounge in India. The best part is that this lounge is not overcrowded like the other ones (Plaza Premium!) and they offer both a snack buffet (for travelers in a hurry) and a full restaurant style service. And the entry is free for JetPrivilege Platnium members as well.
I have no idea if international lounges have some different rules here in India. I fly from T3 Delhi and use plaza premium they don’t have any complimentary drinks I am specifically talking about the alcoholic ones rest soft beverages are complimentary.
But outside India you can have the most expensive wines/beer/whisky/rum or whatever your flavour is without spending any bucks.
@anilenggworks77964 wrote:Mumbai T2 has a loungue which serves drinks… this one is actually under international….. but accessible to the guests who r travellng on the domestic leg of the international flight… last time travelled frm mumbai to hyderabad on air india… and gt to use this loungue near the duty free shopping area…….
@DealSeeker wrote:
@wbdimer wrote:
@anilenggworks77964 wrote:
@cybertechie wrote:
@anilenggworks77964 wrote:
the only thing here in India is alcohol is not complimentary in these lounges.
I’m glad it’s not. I would hate to sit besides a guy reeking alcohol odor in a closed environment such as an aircraft.
I am not saying that everyone has to get drunk if they are having an complimentary alcohol too. Its a complimentary thing everywhere outside India. Even on international flights its complimentary. I don’t think it should be a big deal.
i had complimentry drinks at kolkata international lounge only
Yes, the lounges at the international terminals in India I have flown from (DEL, BOM, HYD, BLR) do serve complimentary drinks. CC @anilenggworks77964 @cybertechie@panchabhut I agree with you. The Amex lounge at T3 Delhi is perhaps the best airport lounge in India. The best part is that this lounge is not overcrowded like the other ones (Plaza Premium!) and they offer both a snack buffet (for travelers in a hurry) and a full restaurant style service. And the entry is free for JetPrivilege Platnium members as well.
I have no idea if international lounges have some different rules here in India. I fly from T3 Delhi and use plaza premium they don’t have any complimentary drinks I am specifically talking about the alcoholic ones rest soft beverages are complimentary.
But outside India you can have the most expensive wines/beer/whisky/rum or whatever your flavour is without spending any bucks.
@sidbhai wrote:
I recently started using lounges. Enjoyed thoroughly at AGL but never saw any dessert counter. Is it the one next to live counter where dosas and chats are made?I have been there twice. The first time, however, I was shocked with all the free food for such a steal price. I almost felt guilty for eating.
It’s in the main open-seating area, bro, where the dome shaped 4-seaters are located. Perhaps they operate that counter only during specific timings. It was there during morning breakfast hours the last time I visited them.
@anilenggworks77964 wrote:
I have no idea if international lounges have some different rules here in India. I fly from T3 Delhi and use plaza premium they don’t have any complimentary drinks I am specifically talking about the alcoholic ones rest soft beverages are complimentary.But outside India you can have the most expensive wines/beer/whisky/rum or whatever your flavour is without spending any bucks.
Yes, complimentary alcoholic drinks are indeed offered at the lounges located in the international terminals. Moreover, the seating/food options are also different.
As for premium alcoholic drinks being served for free in the lounges abroad, it depends, bro. Not all the lounges abroad have premium alcoholic drinks. The same goes for the airlines. Most international airlines charge $5 per drink from economy class passengers. CC @heisnotdifferent196
@DealSeeker wrote:
@anilenggworks77964 wrote:
I have no idea if international lounges have some different rules here in India. I fly from T3 Delhi and use plaza premium they don’t have any complimentary drinks I am specifically talking about the alcoholic ones rest soft beverages are complimentary.But outside India you can have the most expensive wines/beer/whisky/rum or whatever your flavour is without spending any bucks.
Yes, complimentary alcoholic drinks are indeed offered at the lounges located in the international terminals. Moreover, the seating/food options are also different.As for premium alcoholic drinks being served for free in the lounges abroad, it depends, bro. Not all the lounges abroad have premium alcoholic drinks. The same goes for the airlines. Most international airlines charge $5 per drink from economy class passengers. CC @heisnotdifferent196
Here is my story, I was at Atlanta and everyone was so caring and affectionate. Even for the drinks they offered which one should I try as per my taste. I was flying with Virgin and no issues were there. You can consume as much alcohol as you want and obviously flights don’t stock good alcohol so I generally avoid them on board but in lounges I do try native beer and premium brands.
I had the same experience with Delta, United though keeps a tab like an hour and no frequent consumption of Alcoholic beverage.
@DealSeeker wrote:
@sidbhai wrote:
I recently started using lounges. Enjoyed thoroughly at AGL but never saw any dessert counter. Is it the one next to live counter where dosas and chats are made?I have been there twice. The first time, however, I was shocked with all the free food for such a steal price. I almost felt guilty for eating.
It’s in the main open-seating area, bro, where the dome shaped 4-seaters are located. Perhaps they operate that counter only during specific timings. It was there during morning breakfast hours the last time I visited them.
Oh yes. To the right. Damn! It had a bakery settings and there were so many things, like soft drinks, but no one was there. I thought it was for special people. Or costs premium money.
So we go there and pick anything up, right? Now I feel guiltier than ever.
@sidbhai wrote:
@DealSeeker wrote:
@sidbhai wrote:
I recently started using lounges. Enjoyed thoroughly at AGL but never saw any dessert counter. Is it the one next to live counter where dosas and chats are made?I have been there twice. The first time, however, I was shocked with all the free food for such a steal price. I almost felt guilty for eating.
It’s in the main open-seating area, bro, where the dome shaped 4-seaters are located. Perhaps they operate that counter only during specific timings. It was there during morning breakfast hours the last time I visited them.
Oh yes. To the right. Damn! It had a bakery settings and there were so many things, like soft drinks, but no one was there. I thought it was for special people. Or costs premium money.
So we go there and pick anything up, right? Now I feel guiltier than ever.
Yep. And when the counter is operational, you can even get your own customized ice cream sundaes/cones from the guy.
@DealSeeker wrote:
@sidbhai wrote:
@DealSeeker wrote:
@sidbhai wrote:
I recently started using lounges. Enjoyed thoroughly at AGL but never saw any dessert counter. Is it the one next to live counter where dosas and chats are made?I have been there twice. The first time, however, I was shocked with all the free food for such a steal price. I almost felt guilty for eating.
It’s in the main open-seating area, bro, where the dome shaped 4-seaters are located. Perhaps they operate that counter only during specific timings. It was there during morning breakfast hours the last time I visited them.
Oh yes. To the right. Damn! It had a bakery settings and there were so many things, like soft drinks, but no one was there. I thought it was for special people. Or costs premium money.
So we go there and pick anything up, right? Now I feel guiltier than ever.
Yep. And when the counter is operational, you can even get your own customized ice cream sundaes/cones from the guy.
Next time you see a guy surrounded with dozens of customized ice creams with extra chocolate flowing out of the cup, then you know it is me willing to talk about life and ice creams.
Here is my story, I was at Atlanta and everyone was so caring and affectionate. Even for the drinks they offered which one should I try as per my taste.* I was flying with Virgin* and no issues were there. You can consume as much alcohol as you want and obviously flights don’t stock good alcohol so I generally avoid them on board but in lounges I do try native beer and premium brands.
I had the same experience with Delta, United though keeps a tab like an hour and no frequent consumption of Alcoholic beverage.
Why you care about free alcohol drinks when you are flying with Virgin? #PunIntended
@DealSeeker wrote:Just read online that Amex gold card does not allow complimentary lounge access. It is true? Was planning to go tomorrow.
@wbdimer wrote:
@anilenggworks77964 wrote:
@cybertechie wrote:
@anilenggworks77964 wrote:
the only thing here in India is alcohol is not complimentary in these lounges.
I’m glad it’s not. I would hate to sit besides a guy reeking alcohol odor in a closed environment such as an aircraft.
I am not saying that everyone has to get drunk if they are having an complimentary alcohol too. Its a complimentary thing everywhere outside India. Even on international flights its complimentary. I don’t think it should be a big deal.
i had complimentry drinks at kolkata international lounge only
Yes, the lounges at the international terminals in India I have flown from (DEL, BOM, HYD, BLR) do serve complimentary drinks. CC @anilenggworks77964 @cybertechie@panchabhut I agree with you. The Amex lounge at T3 Delhi is perhaps the best airport lounge in India. The best part is that this lounge is not overcrowded like the other ones (Plaza Premium!) and they offer both a snack buffet (for travelers in a hurry) and a full restaurant style service. And the entry is free for JetPrivilege Platnium members as well.
@DealSeeker wrote:
@sidbhai wrote:
@DealSeeker wrote:
@sidbhai wrote:
I recently started using lounges. Enjoyed thoroughly at AGL but never saw any dessert counter. Is it the one next to live counter where dosas and chats are made?I have been there twice. The first time, however, I was shocked with all the free food for such a steal price. I almost felt guilty for eating.
It’s in the main open-seating area, bro, where the dome shaped 4-seaters are located. Perhaps they operate that counter only during specific timings. It was there during morning breakfast hours the last time I visited them.
Oh yes. To the right. Damn! It had a bakery settings and there were so many things, like soft drinks, but no one was there. I thought it was for special people. Or costs premium money.
So we go there and pick anything up, right? Now I feel guiltier than ever.
Yep. And when the counter is operational, you can even get your own customized ice cream sundaes/cones from the guy.
Aur bardaasht nahi hota, Is it possible to go eat these without having a ticket ?
@saymyname wrote:
@DealSeeker wrote:
@sidbhai wrote:
@DealSeeker wrote:
@sidbhai wrote:
I recently started using lounges. Enjoyed thoroughly at AGL but never saw any dessert counter. Is it the one next to live counter where dosas and chats are made?I have been there twice. The first time, however, I was shocked with all the free food for such a steal price. I almost felt guilty for eating.
It’s in the main open-seating area, bro, where the dome shaped 4-seaters are located. Perhaps they operate that counter only during specific timings. It was there during morning breakfast hours the last time I visited them.
Oh yes. To the right. Damn! It had a bakery settings and there were so many things, like soft drinks, but no one was there. I thought it was for special people. Or costs premium money.
So we go there and pick anything up, right? Now I feel guiltier than ever.
Yep. And when the counter is operational, you can even get your own customized ice cream sundaes/cones from the guy.
Aur bardaasht nahi hota, Is it possible to go eat these without having a ticket ?
No, Agar aisa hota to koi bhuka nhi sota. Sab koi dabake khatey.
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No, but I did use the same card to enter the same lounge myself within a few hours.
Now don’t ask for the story behind how or why I did that.