Did You Know This Ultra-Luxury Airport Lounge Requires Rs 24 Crore to Enter? Here’s Why
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Luxury knows no bounds, and in China, it has taken airport experiences to an entirely new level. The international First Class Lounge at Chengdu Tianfu International Airport has stirred global curiosity and debate by introducing a jaw-dropping entry requirement - proof of assets worth at least 20 million yuan (around Rs 24.2 crores). This move redefines airport luxury and exclusivity.
Ultra-Exclusive Access Like Never Before
Airport lounges are typically havens for travellers seeking comfort away from bustling terminals. They offer perks like gourmet food, premium beverages, high-speed Wi-Fi, serene workspaces, and personalised services. Traditionally, access is tied to first or business class tickets, loyalty programs, or elite credit cards.
However, Chengdu’s First Class Lounge redefines exclusivity. To gain entry, passengers must not only hold a premium ticket or loyalty membership but also prove their personal wealth.
Wealth Verification Rules the Lounge
According to reports, the lounge access program is linked to China Merchants Bank’s Golden Sunflower cardholders. While these cardholders can redeem reward points for entry, there’s a catch—they must demonstrate assets worth at least Rs 24.2 crores. Interestingly, property and vehicles cannot be counted, making the lounge inaccessible to many who might otherwise qualify.
First Class Privileges and One-Time Access
First and business class travellers can still enter the lounge directly. Others may gain entry with a one-time fee of about 600 yuan (roughly Rs 7,300), but repeated access requires meeting the wealth verification criteria.
A New Era of Airport Exclusivity
This wealth-based entry highlights a growing trend in ultra-premium airport lounges, where luxury branding and service assurance go hand-in-hand with exclusivity. Beyond ticket class or loyalty status, these lounges now focus on creating a highly curated environment for the ultra-wealthy.
Ultra-Exclusive Access Like Never Before
Airport lounges are typically havens for travellers seeking comfort away from bustling terminals. They offer perks like gourmet food, premium beverages, high-speed Wi-Fi, serene workspaces, and personalised services. Traditionally, access is tied to first or business class tickets, loyalty programs, or elite credit cards.
However, Chengdu’s First Class Lounge redefines exclusivity. To gain entry, passengers must not only hold a premium ticket or loyalty membership but also prove their personal wealth.
Wealth Verification Rules the Lounge
According to reports, the lounge access program is linked to China Merchants Bank’s Golden Sunflower cardholders. While these cardholders can redeem reward points for entry, there’s a catch—they must demonstrate assets worth at least Rs 24.2 crores. Interestingly, property and vehicles cannot be counted, making the lounge inaccessible to many who might otherwise qualify.
First Class Privileges and One-Time Access
First and business class travellers can still enter the lounge directly. Others may gain entry with a one-time fee of about 600 yuan (roughly Rs 7,300), but repeated access requires meeting the wealth verification criteria.
A New Era of Airport Exclusivity
This wealth-based entry highlights a growing trend in ultra-premium airport lounges, where luxury branding and service assurance go hand-in-hand with exclusivity. Beyond ticket class or loyalty status, these lounges now focus on creating a highly curated environment for the ultra-wealthy.
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