The New Centurion Lounge Offers Sophisticated Design With
Nods to Charlotte's Southern Charm
Today, American Express (NYSE: AXP) announced that The Centurion
Lounge at Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) will open
on Monday, February 24th, 2020, marking the company’s 11th location
within its iconic Centurion Lounge network.
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The Centurion Lounge at Charlotte Douglas
International Airport (Photo: Business Wire)
As the seventh busiest airport in the world and with more than
46 million travelers passing through, Charlotte Douglas
International Airport will host one of the largest Centurion
Lounges to date spanning more than 13,000 square feet. The new
Centurion Lounge location will welcome Platinum Card®, Centurion®
and Delta Reserve Card Members and their guests to redefine their
pre-flight experience with top of the line amenities and a premium
dining menu curated by James Beard semifinalist and local Charlotte
Chef, Joe Kindred. The new location will be located post-security
on the top floor of the airport’s newly expanded area called “The
Plaza,” situated between Concourses D and E.
“As lounge access is one of the most important benefits to our
Card Members, we are excited to continue enhancing their airport
experiences with premium travel benefits such as our Centurion
Lounges,” said Alexander Lee, Vice President of Loyalty and
Benefits at American Express. “The new Centurion Lounge in
Charlotte builds on the ongoing expansion of our airport lounge
offerings, marking our second new Centurion Lounge to open this
year, and 11th Centurion Lounge globally. From premium amenities,
to a taste of some of the region's best culinary offerings, we’re
excited to bring this new location to Card Members traveling
through Charlotte,” said Alexander Lee.
As the Executive Chef of the new Centurion Lounge, Chef Joe
Kindred brings his local flair to the food menu for Card Members to
enjoy. James Beard semifinalist, Joe Kindred is the chef owner of
Kindred in Davidson, NC, and Hello, Sailor in Cornelius, NC, with
his wife, Katy Kindred. Kindred’s menu will be inspired by his
experience and memories growing up in North Carolina and will
include a range of dishes such as Buttermilk Fried Chicken with a
fresh and tangy Carolina slaw, Grilled Cauliflower Steak topped
with a pistou sauce, Milk Bread French Toast using Kindred’s
infamous milk bread, and Country Ham Biscuits spread with a red eye
sorghum butter.
“I’m thrilled to partner with American Express to bring some of
our southern hospitality to Charlotte Douglas International
Airport,” shared Joe Kindred. “The Centurion Lounge menu is
inspired by our restaurants Kindred and Hello, Sailor, as well as
our local North Carolina cuisine, to give travelers visiting the
Centurion Lounge a look into what they can experience in the
evolving Charlotte restaurant scene.”
In addition to the locally inspired food menu from Chef Joe
Kindred, the new Charlotte Lounge will offer Platinum Card,
Centurion and Delta Reserve Card Members, along with their guests,
access to premium amenities and services including:
- A complimentary full bar with custom cocktails created by
renowned mixologist Jim Meehan and wines selected by wine
authority, Anthony Giglio*
- A custom mural by local artist, Amanda Moody
- Shower suites to keep travelers refreshed while on the go
- Family rooms designed as a respite for parents and kids
alike
- Floor-to-ceiling windows with sweeping airfield and downtown
skyline views
- Essentials for business and leisure travelers alike, including
dedicated workspaces, power outlets, private phone areas,
comfortable seating and access to high-speed Wi-Fi
The American Express Global Lounge Collection® provides Platinum
Card, Centurion and Delta Reserve Card Members with places to relax
and recharge while traveling the globe, offering access to the most
lounges compared to any U.S. credit card, including more than 1,200
lounges around the world, in 500 plus cities across 130 countries
and counting. Card Members can search and find lounge locations
within the Global Lounge Collection through the Find A Lounge tool
online or within the American Express® App. They can also check
into select Centurion Lounges through the mobile check-in tool
within the American Express® App.
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ABOUT THE CENTURION LOUNGE
The Centurion Lounge is the signature lounge program within the
broader American Express Global Lounge Collection, which provides
Platinum Card, Centurion and Delta Reserve Card Members with access
to the most lounges across the globe compared to other U.S. credit
cards, including access to more than 1,200 lounges around the
world, in 500 plus cities across 130 countries and counting. The
Global Lounge Collection includes access to American Express
Centurion Lounges, international American Express lounges, Delta
Sky Club® for Card Members flying on Delta, Priority Pass™ Select
Lounges upon enrollment, Airspace Lounges, MAG U.S. Escape Lounges
and Plaza Premium Lounges.
Current locations of The Centurion Lounge include New York’s
LaGuardia Airport, Las Vegas’ McCarran International Airport,
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport, San Francisco
International Airport, Miami International Airport, Seattle-Tacoma
International Airport, Houston’s George Bush International Airport,
Hong Kong International Airport, Philadelphia International Airport
and Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport. In addition to The
Centurion Lounge at Charlotte Douglas International Airport,
American Express recently announced new locations coming to New
York’s John F. Kennedy Airport, Denver International Airport, Los
Angeles International Airport, and London Heathrow.
Access to The Centurion Lounge is complimentary and exclusive
for Platinum Card, Centurion and Delta Reserve Card Members.
Platinum Card Members may enter with up to two travel companions at
no additional charge. Centurion Members may enter with their
immediate family or up to two travel companions. Platinum and
Centurion Card Members may purchase access to The Centurion Lounge
for additional guests for $50 each guest. Delta SkyMiles® Reserve
Card Members may bring up to two guests at a per-visit rate of $50
per person, per location.**
Card Members can find a lounge at the Global Lounge Collection
website or by using the Amex Mobile app. They can also check into
select Centurion Lounges through the mobile check-in tool within
the Amex Mobile app.
ABOUT CHARLOTTE DOUGLAS INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT (CLT)
Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT), a City of
Charlotte department, welcomes more than 46 million passengers
annually. CLT is ranked among the top 10 busiest airports in the
world, averaging 1,400 daily aircraft operations. (ACI 2018
Rankings) CLT is served by eight major carriers, 15 regional
carriers and three foreign flag carriers with nonstop service to
178 destinations, including 38 international locations and 3 US
territories.
*Must be of legal drinking age to consume alcoholic beverages.
Please drink responsibly. **Subject to availability/capacity.
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AMERICAN EXPRESS Heather A Norton
Heather.A.Norton@aexp.com 212-640-0496
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