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| - What's the difference between an 'ok' airport experience and an amazing one? Before my most recent vacation I figured it was either not being seated next to the crying baby OR not having your flight(s) delayed after a lengthy trek through security.
While those might still be the difference between Terrible and OK, the ONLY way to get from OK to Amazing is by visiting the Air Canada Maple Leaf Lounge at Toronto Pearson Airport.
Admittedly I scored pretty huge because with my credit card I get access to the lounge free once per year and I can bring a guest for 50% off (around $15-20). That said I can understand how the cost to get in for regular Air Canada customers might be a bit steep, but realistically when you factor in what you get, even paying full price is worth it.
To begin, you've got an exclusive lounge that isn't overly crowded, with various options of comfortable seats and tables to hang out in. The wifi is free here so if you're on business or just needing to plug in you've got that in addition to a full business centre.
Next you've got access to a free shower... a shower, in the airport. Yep!
And if that's not enough, well then there is the all you can eat buffet which on the day I visited has various kinds of pasta, a Pho station, chicken parmesan, veal, desserts and more and more and more (and cookies)!
And if you're STILL not impressed well then shut up and have a drink already and stop complaining. All you can drink (AYCD) alcohol buffet complete with various wines, beers in bottles and on draught, every spirit known to man, mixes (pops and juices), scotches, and on and on.
Lastly, while you're enjoying the comforts of the lounge they have free popular magazines by the dozen that you can just take with you - FOR FREE!
So let's break this down:
- Cost of the ACML, let's say approximately $30-40/person
Vs.
- 1-2 Magazines/Newspapers $10
- AYCE Food ($20-25) based on typical buffet prices OR $40+ for what you would pay in airport prices for a sit down meal
- Unlimited drinks (I had 3). Call that $18? Fair?
- Shower - priceless
Total.... $50-$60+?
So overall you're still saving a huge amount of money AND you don't need to walk around the airport looking for a spot, everything you need is right at your fingertips.
I don't think I'll every fly Air Canada again without booking my spot in the Air Canada lounge - neither should you!
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