Arrived early at OR Tambo for a long-haul flight? Get comfortable at with British Airways’ newly-refurbished Johannesburg lounge on the first floor of international departures.
The refurbishment is part of the airline’s £6.5-billion customer investment plan — the 880 sq.m. floor space was converted into one spacious lounge with a dedicated boutique dining area for first-class passengers.
The new design means the lounge can comfortably host 247 customers. It offers a modern, lobby bar area for socialising, a brasserie dining area and office space with ample work stations and power outlets.
A peaceful, separate area with a mix of elegant armchairs and banquette seating and selection of complementary magazines and newspapers is available for customers who want to relax and recharge ahead of their journey.
The menu includes hot and cold options including fresh seasonal salads, mezze, local charcuterie and Indezi River cheeses as well as traditional comfort-food favourites such as Cape Malay curry.
Zoned areas enable guests to select their preferred area depending on their mood and requirements. The lighting is specifically tailored for each zone and adjusted to be appropriate for the time of day.
The newly introduced First Boutique Dining pairs a pre-flight al-la-carte menu, designed by the in-house chef, with an extensive wine list featuring selections from some of South Africa’s leading estates.
Carolina Martinoli, British Airways’ director of brand and customer experience, said: “We’re delighted to present the next step in our significant customer investment with the re-opening of the Johannesburg lounge.
“Every detail has been carefully designed and we’ve created a space to meet our customers’ needs – whether they want to relax with a hot meal, work in peace or enjoy a drink at the lobby bar, the lounge will get their travels off to the best start.”
The lounge is available to customers travelling in First and Club World, as well as Executive Club Gold and Silver card holders and oneworld Emerald and Sapphire members.
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