Australian carrier Qantas will open its newest lounge next week as it ushers in a new era of premium entry for top-tier Brisbane customers.
The premium entry allows at the new Brisbane domestic business lounge gives top-tier frequent flyers an exclusive check–in area with bag drop, security screening and an escalator to the lounge precinct.
The concept was pioneered in Australia by rival Virgin Australia and this is the first foray by Qantas into the space.
“This investment is all about offering our customers a premium experience from the moment they arrive at the airport,” Qantas head of domestic lounges Helen Gray said.
“Premium Lounge entry is a first for Qantas and will streamline the departure process, so our top tier Frequent Flyers can move through the terminal quickly and maximise their time in the lounge.
The new lounge is part of upgrade which began last year with the opening of new international lounge and will be completed in coming months with an upgraded Qantas Club and a new invitation-only Chairman’s Lounge for high-flyers.
The new lounge is 30 percent bigger than the previous facility and offers seating for 350 people. The décor uses local materials and was inspired by the Queensland landscape.
Features include seasonal menus designed by celebrity chef Neil Perry, a bar serving premium Australian wines, craft beers and cocktails as well as Mexican dining in “The Cantina”.
The lounge also features the “Quench” hydration station first introduced in the Brisbane international lounge and specialising in non-alcoholic beverages.
Business services include wireless printing, power and data outlets throughout, Wi-Fi, TVs with Foxtel cable services and shower suites.
The lounge is open to Qantas customers travelling in Business, Platinum and Platinum One frequent flyers, eligible oneworld Emerald members and Emirates and China Eastern Platinum customers.
