“Sometimes you can get lounge passes for free by redeeming loyalty miles, or by using a friend’s guest pass. Many lounges at international airports have amazing shower amenities, a nice treat when flying across the world. Following a 7-hour flight from Bali a few years ago, I connected through Tokyo and was able to get into the ANA Airlines lounge for free. I was handed a robe, slippers, warm towels and a key to a beautifully tiled private shower room stocked with toiletries. I didn’t want to leave!” —Kristi Soomer, founder, Encircled
