I had a commitment in New York City until around 5:30PM, so only made it to JFK at around 6:30PM, less than two hours before departure. Singapore Airlines flies out of Terminal 4, and by the time I checked in I seemed to be the only person at the counter, as everyone else had already…
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"Then he made me another cocktail, though I’m not sure what exactly it was."
Just be glad the bartender wasn't Bill Cosby, Ben.
what time does Singapore check-in open? i would like to get there as soon as it's open to maximize the time in the lounge, get a haircut (how much do you tip for free haircut?), and eat.
thanks.
Great review Ben - Personally, I think one of the coolest things about this lounge is the hair salon, I love that feature they offer. This is indeed a beautiful well designed lounge and up to par to some of my favorite like The Wing.
No charge for haircut, massage, dinner ??? Wow, do they sell memberships??
Anyway, yeah, good question by Lantean. What do you tip for a free massage or haircut? I guess $5 or $10? Would they even take it?
Does the (V) mean vegetarian? I thought Worcestershire sauce contained anchovies?
Hi lucky, does VS have any other nice lounges in the US? As good as this one seems, I prefer longer flights to enjoy the flat bed.
I must have ordered 15 dishes in this lounge! also i thought it was pretty cheap that complimentary massage was not included for Singapore first class passengers but was included for virgin Atlantic's business passengers.
this was one of the first airline lounges I ever experienced. Suffice to say it has spoiled me for all others since I travel mostly domestically, mostly on AA.
@ Shannon -- I usually do. I don't think it's required, but I tip the amount I'd tip at a restaurant or hair salon for similarly priced services, based on how awesome they are.
@ italdesign -- They do have several other Clubhouses. The only other one I've been to is in San Francisco, which is also quite nice, though doesn't have a spa.
@ canuck_in_ca -- It does mean vegetarian, though can't answer the second part.
@ Larry D -- Hah, no memberships. I usually tip $10-20 for a haircut or massage. They do take tips, though they're not required.
How do you usually get from Manhattan to JFK and how much time do you budget for the trip? I'll be flying Singapore from JFK to Frankfurt next year and staying in Manhattan the night before, like you, so this information will help me plan. Thank you.
@ Jimmy -- I usually take Uber, and during rush hour would budget about an hour.
Whenever I fly out of T4 on a non-U.S. carrier, I just buy a refundable ticket on Delta to any destination, get my Pre Check, and use that to clear security. Then I cancel the ticket once I am airside. With a little creativity, there is no reason not to use Pre Check at T4.
I have a question. I am flying Singapore Suites from JFK to FRA next week. I understand i gave access to the Virgin Clubhouse at JFK. Does this access entitle me to bring 1 guest as well?