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Centurion Lounge

Amex Centurion Lounge

Definition

American Express's flagship airport lounge network. 20+ locations globally. Free access for Amex Platinum and Business Platinum cardholders.

Why it matters

Among the best US airport lounges (free hot food, full bar, family-friendly seating). Most crowded lounges in the network: LAS, MIA, JFK. Best lounges in network: HKG (newest), LGA, DEN.

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Third-party lounge network with 1,300+ airport lounges globally. Free membership comes with Chase Sapphire Reserve, Amex Platinum (limited), Cap One Venture X.

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