For many travelers, the Priority Pass membership offered by popular rewards credit cards is one of the best value-added perks. If you don't have elite status with an airline or the ability to travel in business class on your company's dime, the extra value of a predeparture lounge can really add up. Since Priority Pass doesn't own or operate the lounges itself — but rather contracts with them to give its members access — the quality can vary significantly.
Some lounges are little more than a small room with bottled water and dubious-looking food, but some are as good as or better than what you'd get if you were flying in a premium cabin. Related: Everything you need to know about the Priority Pass program. Note that Priority Pass also offers members free meals at a number of airport restaurants , but those aren't being considered in our list of lounges.
Location: Airside in the international departures area, near gate This lounge is not accessible to passengers departing on Canadian domestic or US transborder flights—only international flights to countries other than the U. Amenities: The SkyTeam lounge in Vancouver checks all the standard boxes showers, Wi-Fi and a good food and alcohol selection but really goes above and beyond that. Between a multitude of spacious and private seating options, a self-serve wine bar and dining options from around the world — including made-to-order dumplings and noodle soups — this is the ideal place to relax before boarding a long-haul flight.
Location: Airside in the international departures area in Terminal 3. Follow the signs to the 2nd floor near the duty-free stores and restaurants. It shines in two areas, however: ample outlets for charging your devices and numerous seating areas with different offerings. There are chairs with individual trays, family-sized tables, workspaces and even a quiet area with lounge chairs.
Amenities: BKK is a massive airport, but the Turkish Airlines lounge is worth the walk if you have time. The lounge features plenty of seating options, including comfortable loungers if you need a nap before your flight. However, the highlight of the lounge is the complimentary minute massage, available in the afternoons and evenings. As with other Turkish lounges, there's also an impressive food spread.
