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Retire Early
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Retirement; like your parents, but way cooler
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In 1991 Billy and Akaisha Kaderli retired at the age
of 38. Now, into their 4th decade of this
financially independent lifestyle, they invite you
to take advantage of their wisdom and experience. |
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Affordable
Indulgence: How to Enjoy Airport Lounges on a Budget
Benjamin Jackson
Travel days can be fun. All you have to do is gain access to an airport lounge,
and you automatically enter a relaxing world. Quiet, food, Wi-Fi, and did we
mention quiet? We bet your first thought is how much it costs to get inside. And
the second will probably be to stop thinking about it, as it might be over your
budget. To be honest, yes, it is expensive, but there are ways to enjoy airport
lounges on a budget. And we’re going to share them with you now!
Tip 1: Purchase Lounge Memberships
The obvious route is to buy a lounge membership. For a set amount of money each
year, you gain access to the lounge of your choice in airports all over the
world. There are various membership levels, and you can choose the one that best
suits your needs. However, this tip is ideal for people whose
second home is a
plane and who have already tried several airport lounges before.
Tip 2: Frequent Flyer Schemes
If you travel often but haven’t yet had the chance to explore airport lounges,
you should join your favourite airline’s frequent flyer programme. Members of
such programmes gain several perks every time they fly with the specific
airline, including access to airport lounges. In other words, you get to enjoy
airport lounges on a budget —actually for free— simply by booking and paying for
your travel as usual.
Tip 3: Upgrade Your Ticket
Another easy step to affordable indulgence is to upgrade your ticket. With a
small additional cost, you can not only have a more pleasant flying experience
but also enjoy airport lounges on a budget. Specifically, passengers who upgrade
their tickets from economy to premium economy or business are eligible for
various perks, depending on the airline, including airport lounge access.
Tip 4: Give Day Passes a Go
If you’re not interested in upgrading your ticket, there’s another way to enjoy
airport lounges on a budget: you can buy a day pass. By searching for these,
you’ll find that there are MANY to choose from. The easiest and quickest way to
find the perfect airport lounge day pass for you —in terms of location, time,
and amenities— is by comparing the most budget-friendly options on
bookfhr.com.
You can take your time to review the perks of each offer and secure your
preferred option online, without any commitment or hidden fees to worry about.
Tip 5: Stalk Airlines
If you have a preferred and trusted airline, it’s a good idea to follow them on
social media, check their website, and even subscribe to their newsletter. This
way, you’ll be among the first to learn about any discounts or offers for
lower-cost or even free admission to their airport lounges.
About the Authors
Retire
Early Lifestyle appeals to a different
kind of person – the person who prizes their
independence, values their time, and who doesn’t
want to mindlessly follow the crowd.
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