Adam Stuart

Avid traveler/lounge aficionado, who looks to maximize the fun while traveling. The journey can be as fun as the destination!
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Review: Escape Lounge – Hartford Bradley (BDL)
The only lounge in Hartford’s Bradley International Airport is a stylish space highlighted by an excellent buffet and a staff that works hard and performs several functions. The summary This small space remains the only lounge at Bradley Airport. Escape Lounges have partnered with American Express and are sort of a light...
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Review: Explore United’s Reimagined Club at Newark (EWR), Terminal A
...Urban-loft vibe at Newark Airport's new terminal. The United Club at Newark Airport, Terminal A, provides a welcome place for travelers to wait before their flight. It sports a refreshing urban loft style aesthetic, adorned with interesting artwork, has a variety of seating, an attractive bar, and a decent buffet...
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Review: The United Club at Newark (EWR), Terminal C (C74)– A Stylish Homage to NYC
...a lounge reborn with a New York vibe.. The United Club at gate C74 is the most recently reimagined lounge in the airline’s Newark hub. As in all newly opened lounges, the mid-2010s uniform austere aesthetic has been replaced with a lounge that design-wise is a homage to New York City...
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Review: Chase Sapphire Lounge – Terminal B – Boston Logan (BOS) – Updated
…Chase hits it out of the park with its Boston Sapphire Lounge This lounge defines luxury for a lounge in the United States. It sports a high-end design, pre-plated buffet items, a la carte dining ordered from your seat, 2 bars, showers, a variety of seating as well as views of...
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Review: United Polaris Lounge – Washington Dulles International (IAD)
Maybe my favorite Polaris Lounge...Luxurious design, lots of amenities and great service. When: March 10, 2025. Rating: 9.5/10 – Supreme. Access: Arriving on United Polaris from Zurich. Well, this might be my favorite United Polaris Lounge. It’s an amazing space. The décor seems a bit more refined than its counterparts, with...
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Review: Swiss Alpine Lounge (A gates) – Zurich (ZRH)
...a sleek alpine aesthetic with outstanding food, views, and comfort. One of the best in Zurich. When: March 10, 2025. Rating: 9/10 – Very awesome. Access: Star Alliance Gold. The Swiss Alpine Lounge at the A gates in Zurich is one of the nicest lounges at Zurich Airport. Highlights are the...
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Lounge Review: Swiss Senator Lounge D Gates – Zurich (ZRH)
...a hidden oasis with some surprises The relatively new Swiss Lounge at the D gates in Zurich is a hidden gem at Zurich Airport. Highlights are the décor, the abundance of seating, great buffet for breakfast, the peacefulness, and the “hidden” back room. When: March 10, 2025. Access: Star Alliance Gold. Rating:...
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Lounge Review (updated): Swiss Senator Lounge, Concourse E – Zurich (ZRH)
...Swiss luxury defined..... When: March 10, 2025 Rating– 9.5/10 – Supreme Access – Star Alliance Gold This lounge remains one of the best lounges anywhere for Star Alliance Gold passengers, even flying economy. The Swiss Senator Lounge in the E Concourse at Zurich airport offers stunning tarmac views with outdoor decks, an incredible whiskey...
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Lounge Review: No. 1 Lounge Terminal 2, London Heathrow (LHR)
When: March 8, 2025 Rating: 6/10 - OK Access: Priority Pass U.S. travelers are likely not familiar with No. 1 airport lounges. They are operated by a UK independent lounge operator tied to Priority Pass. I was eager to check out the new lounge at Terminal 2 in Heathrow. I read good things...
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Lounge Review: United Club, Terminal 2 – London Heathrow
simply....the finest United Club in the world When: March 8, 2025 Rating - 9/10 – Very Awesome Access – United Club Membership Before a recent Swiss flight to Zurich from Heathrow, I had a chance to revisit the United Club at London Heathrow. I am glad to report - nothing has changed. In fact...
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Lounge Review: Air Canada Maple Leaf Lounge – Terminal 2 – London Heathrow (LHR)
...peaceful and stylish enclave at Heathrow When: March 8, 2025 Rating: 8.5/10 Awesome! Access: Star Alliance Gold Located at the B gates at Heathrow Terminal 2, Air Canada’s Maple Leaf Lounge offers a peaceful oasis, characterized by features common to Maple Lead Lounges: use of wood dividers, splashes of red, friendly service. This recently...
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Lounge Review: United Polaris Lounge – EWR
When: March 5, 2025 Rating: 9.5/10 – Exceptional Access: Polaris class to London It’s been a year since I have last visited the United Polaris Lounge in Newark, and I am glad to report that my concerns about the lounge slipping in quality are unfounded. This is my most frequented “luxury” lounge and sets a benchmark...
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Lounge Review: United Club – Los Angeles (LAX)
…Large lounge with great buffet, outdoor deck, offices and great views. When: January 2, 2025Rating: 7/10 – Very fineAccess: United Club MemberThe United Club at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is reputed to be one of the best domestic clubs in the network. I have to agree even though it sports...
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Lounge Review: Air Canada Maple Leaf Lounge – Los Angeles (LAX)
..…Quiet space with nice buffet…. When: January 2, 2025Rating: 6.5/10 – EnjoyableAccess: United Club membership - reciprocal privilegesThe Maple Leaf Lounge at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is a rather small lounge for LAX but provides a delightful respite from the bustle of Terminal 6, which mostly serves Alaska Airlines. The...
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Lounge Review: United Club – Fort Lauderdale (FLL)
…Lounge epitomizes United’s mid-2010s décor. The United Club at Fort Lauderdale airport epitomizes the airline’s mid-2010s uniform design, which favors beiges, faux white marble, clean lines, and a variety of seating (sit down tables, high top tables, wider chairs). Sadly, this lounge has no windows and there is no indication from...
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Lounge Review: United Club – Boston Logan (BOS)
…Large outstation lounge with extensive buffet, great views, and private offices When: November 21, 2024 Rating: 6.5/10 – Enjoyable Access: United Club Member The United Club at Boston Logan deserves its reputation as one of the finest United Club lounges that’s not in a United hub. But United offers a lot of flights to...