TRAVELLERS will soon have access to new upscale lounges at Lynden Pindling International Airport (LPIA), with the facilities set to officially open to the public on October 1.

Lounge Nassau officials yesterday led members of the media on a tour of the facilities ahead of next month’s opening.

The company is operated by Global Lounge Network (GLN), a Miami-based company with more than 30 years of experience developing and operating VIP lounges, is behind the project. The company operates more than 80 lounges worldwide.

GLN entered into an agreement with Nassau Airport Development in last March to develop and operate VIP lounges at LPIA and began work after receiving approval.

The new facilities include a lounge in Terminal C for US departures and the Lignum Lounge in Terminal A, which serves domestic travellers.

GLN officials said the lounges will be available to business and first-class travellers, priority pass members and other passengers through a day-pass programme.

Guests will have access to food and beverages throughout the day, including breakfast, lunch and dinner, as well as soft drinks, wine, beer, spirits, tea and coffee.

The facilities also include a children’s play area, private meeting space, in-house bathrooms and indoor and outdoor lounge areas, with seating for about 100 people.

In her remarks, Aviation Minister JoBeth Coleby-Davis said the lounges would enhance the experience for travellers departing from LPIA.

“We've all been looking forward to this transformation, and I'm confident that the Lounge Nassau would significantly enhance the experience of our traveling public from its bright and vibrant decor, comfortable seating and meeting facilities to the children's play area, and the superb selection of food and beverage offerings.”