Before my recent flight to Menorca, I decided to spend a few hours and review the No 1 Lounge at Gatwick Airport’s North Terminal. I love having lounge access, and this time I was utilising my Priority Pass which comes with the American Express Platinum Card. Having visited in the past, I was curious to see how it’s holding up in 2025, what’s changed, what’s improved, and whether it still offers good value compared to Gatwick’s other lounges. A quick disclaimer on photos. Whe

For many frequent travellers, airport lounges are the highlight of the journey, quiet spaces with comfortable seating, included food and drink, and a chance to escape the chaos of the terminal. But what happens when you arrive at the door and are told the airport lounge is full? It’s a frustrating experience, and one that has become more common as travel demand has surged. The hope is always to have a nice quiet lounge, however that is not always the case If you’ve ever been