The bigger airports around the world have areas earmarked for passengers to relax before or between flights. Known as 'airport lounges', these have either been built by airport operators or by an airline and offer fliers privacy between long stopovers.
Banks and credit card companies offer their customers complimentary access to airport lounges to enjoy free refreshments and relaxation. However, not all credit cards offer airport lounge access. Only some do, such as those from IDFC FIRST Bank – FIRST Select, FIRST Wealth, and FIRST Private.
With any of these IDFC FIRST Bank's credit cards with lounge access, you are entitled to the services and facilities offered by these lounges. And the most attractive part? You don't have to pay exorbitant fees for this.
If you hold a credit card that allows access to airport lounges, you are guaranteed privacy in a secluded haven - almost like an oasis of peace amid a super-busy terminal, especially during flight delays, when the airport is teeming with people.
Yes, the regular passenger areas at airports also have seating arrangements when people are waiting for their flights, but the décor in the lounges is plush; the ambience is royal. During a hectic travelling schedule, this level of comfort helps.
Plus, should the stopovers be lengthy, you can shower while you wait, sleep in cosy beds, or enjoy a hearty meal.
Television sets, wi-fi, phone charging stations, and newspapers in the lounges are also free to use.
Various types of credit card privileges
But airport lounge access is not the only privilege you can enjoy with a credit card; there are a host of them. For better insight, let us consider what kind of privileges IDFC FIRST Bank credit cards offer.
First are the 'lifestyle benefits'; IDFC FIRST Bank credit cards offer discounts on shopping, dining out and movies, etc., and even complimentary rounds of golf every month.
For instance, on the IDFC FIRST Bank' FIRST Select' credit card, you get over 300 merchant offers, which opens up a wide assortment of deals from your favourite brands; up to 20% discounts at over 1500 restaurants and up to 15% rebate at over 300 wellness centres.
Second, you have 'travel benefits', which are not just limited to complimentary airport lounge access but extend to fast-track immigration service, concierge service, railway lounge visits, and VIP guest treatment at over 900 luxury hotels.
Third, you have other benefits such as various in-app online discounts, discounts on health and wellness outlets, etc. And don't forget the rewards program, which multiplies points and brings you enhanced privileges.
The IDFC FIRST Bank Bouquet
You will also find a host of privileges with all IDFC FIRST Bank credit cards, with the following being among the best credit cards with lounge access:
1. FIRST Select Credit Card offers four complimentary domestic airport lounge visits per quarter. Incidentally, you will also have four complimentary railway lounge visits in a quarter.
2. FIRST Wealth Credit Card offers four complimentary domestic and international airport lounge and spa visits in a quarter.
This apart, you can enjoy two complimentary golf rounds every month for every Rs 20,000 spent in the immediate past 30 days.
3. FIRST Private Credit Card offers unlimited access to domestic and international premium airport lounges and spas in India.
Conclusion
An IDFC FIRST Bank credit card is a great tool to ensure a more comfortable life for yourself and your loved ones.
Apart from offering a payment mode that everyone accepts, you will have access to low credit card interest rates and a host of benefits. So, don't think twice; apply today and travel in style.
