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I've visited a lot of airport lounges. Some are good. Some are perfectly fine. Some involve a lukewarm sausage roll and a desperate hunt for a plug socket. And then occasionally I walk into one and think: Oh. Là. Là.

If you've been searching for Virgin Flying Club, you've come to the right place. Officially known as Virgin Atlantic's Flying Club, it's one of the UK's best airline loyalty programmes, helping members earn Virgin Points through flights, everyday spending and travel partners before redeeming them for reward flights, upgrades and unforgettable trips. After spending 15 years working for Virgin Atlantic, I've seen the airline from both sides of the cabin door. Since leaving, I

London’s busiest airport is about to get a little more French. Air France has opened a chic new lounge at Heathrow Airport, designed to bring a refined slice of Parisian elegance to one of the world’s busiest aviation hubs.

Let’s be honest. Heathrow Terminal 2 is probably NOT the terminal most people get excited about. It doesn’t have the glamour of Virgin Atlantic’s Clubhouse at Terminal 3. It doesn’t have British Airways First lounges at Terminal 5. But honestly? Terminal 2 quietly has some of the BEST and most underrated airport lounges at Heathrow.

Priority Pass works at Heathrow Terminals 2, 3, 4 and 5. Some terminals offer multiple lounges, while others also include restaurant credits. Here’s exactly where it works and which options are worth your visit. Heathrow isn’t one airport. It’s four completely different experiences depending on your terminal, airline and lounge access. And if you get it wrong? You’re paying £15 for a sandwich and fighting for a plug socket. Let’s fix that.

There’s good news for weary travellers touching down at Heathrow Plaza Premium Lounge has officially reopened its Arrivals Lounge in Terminal 3, once again giving flyers a place to shower, recharge, and regroup before tackling London traffic or a connecting flight. Previously operated by Delta (before the airline moved to Virgin Atlantic’s Revivals Lounge in 2017), the Heathrow Arrivals Lounge has been lightly refreshed with a clean, modern look. Expect updated seating, Tube

Step inside and you’ll immediately feel the difference: open layout, floor-to-ceiling windows, and calm lighting that makes you forget Heathrow’s chaos below. The vibe? Understated luxury. Recently refreshed interiors with walnut tones, soft lighting, and just enough polish to feel premium without pretending it’s a first-class lounge.

Ever wondered how to get free airport lounge access and enjoy a little luxury before your flight?