The Platinum Card is about to change. Amex's new fast-format airport lounge might be a sneak preview
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American Express is enhancing its airport lounge experience with two significant updates: 'The Culinary Collective' and 'Sidecar by The Centurion Lounge.' The Culinary Collective introduces chef-driven, rotating menus from James Beard Award-winning chefs in U.S. Centurion Lounges, aiming to provide high-quality meals in an airport setting. Additionally, the Sidecar lounge, set to open in Las Vegas in 2026, will offer a fast-format lounge experience designed for both leisure and business travelers. These initiatives reflect Amex's strategy of offering exclusivity and luxury over capacity.
The Culinary Collective, a chef-driven revamp of food and beverage offerings, will feature rotating menus from James Beard Award-winning chefs in U.S. Centurion Lounges.
Sidecar by The Centurion Lounge is a new fast-format lounge experience launching at Harry Reid International Airport in 2026, catering to both leisure travelers and business flyers.
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