American Airlines (AA) and British Airways (BA) are to partner in the operation of the British Airways Galleries Lounge at Philadelphia International Airport.
AA and BA already operate a joint lounge – the Denver Admirals Club, which opened last November.
The British Airways Galleries Lounge at Philadelphia Airport opened in July 2007 and is based on the concept designed for the Galleries Lounges at London Heathrow’s Terminal 5. As you’d expect from a top-class lounge there are Blue and Champagne Bars, an entertainment zone, computers, printers and complimentary Wi-Fi.
The BA Galleries Lounge is located in Terminal A-West, next to the A-East security entrance on the second level. The move is good news for American Airlines Admiral Club members departing from Philadelphia as it will give customers the ability to visit a lounge inside the security checkpoint.
“American’s co-location with British Airways in Philadelphia is another example of our shared efforts to provide a more seamless and enhanced travel experience as a result of our joint business agreement,” said Nancy Knipp, American’s President – Admirals Club.
“Moving into the British Airways Galleries Lounge conveniently positions our guests closer to American’s gates while offering them the state-of-the-art amenities and relaxing lounge experience they have come to expect and enjoy in our Admirals Clubs.”
Philadelphia – located between New York and Washington DC on America’s East Coast is famous for many things – the Liberty Bell, the Rocky movies and Philly Cheese Steak among them. The American city boasts a host of activities and adventures to check out during a visit, including the famous Franklin Institute – which offers a glimpse into America’s founding fathers – plus the Adventure Aquarium, Philadelphia Zoo and the Philadelphia Trolley Works Tour.
Individual Admirals Club memberships for new members range from $350 to $500 (£224-£320). One Day Passes are available for $50 (£32), and a 30-day membership – a brand new membership option – is available for $99 (£63). Flights to Philadelphia are available from UK cities including London, Manchester and Bristol.
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