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Pacific airline lounges offer serene pre-flight experiences
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Jake Hardiman Senior Editor | Simple Flying

Airlines demonstrate loyalty to frequent fliers by providing complimentary lounge access with amenities such as comfortable seating, WiFi, and refreshments. Airport lounges offer a tranquil environment equipped with conveniences like showers, meeting rooms, and local cuisine options. Various airlines have exclusive lounges at their hub airports, offering travelers a VIP experience before their flights.

Frequent fliers often appreciate the benefits of airport lounges. These spaces provide free food and drinks among other amenities. While many carriers also offer lounge memberships for a fee, these are essential for many corporate travelers who fly frequently.

In the Pacific Islands, several notable airport lounges provide a relaxing atmosphere for travelers. Fiji Airways' Premier Lounge at Nadi International Airport can accommodate up to 200 guests at any time. "Travelers can enter for free if they are Fiji Airways business class guests, Tabua Club and Tabua Club Plus members, or premier guests of our partner airlines," according to the airline. The lounge features an extensive buffet with local and international dishes, barista stations, a full bar, showers with Pure Fiji products, and a play area for children.

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At Noumea La Tontouta International Airport in New Caledonia, Aircalin operates the Hibiscus Lounge on the second floor of the international terminal. It offers panoramic views of the runway and surrounding mountains. "If you're looking for a bite to eat," noted an airline representative, "you can treat yourself to the buffet with pastries, verrines, canapés and sweet petits-four." The lounge also provides WiFi and local newspapers.

The Faleolo Airport Lounge at Apia Faleolo International Airport in Samoa offers comfy seats, WiFi, food, shower facilities, and cocktails prepared by an on-site bartender. Access is free for all departing international flights and business class or premier travelers on Qantas and Fiji Airways; otherwise entry costs WS $50 ($18).

In French Polynesia's Papeete Faa'a International Airport, Air Tahiti Nui's lounge provides high-speed WiFi, a reading area with newspapers and magazines, an extensive buffet with local dishes and beverages including beers and spirits. For those not eligible for free entry to this lounge in Papeete can pay XPF 6000 ($52) at the door.

Lastly in Rarotonga International Airport in Cook Islands is Air New Zealand’s lounge which opens two-and-a-half hours before departure of Air NZ flights. Entry is permitted for Airpoints Elite members among others. The lounge includes WiFi and business facilities along with a buffet bar.

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