L.A. Confidential

A new lounge with British flair opens at LAX

- STORY BY ALESANDRA DUBIN

JUST AHEAD OF its opening on March 28, I had the opportunity to preview the Virgin Atlantic Clubhouse at LAX—the sixth addition to the airline's lounge portfolio.

Taking over the former Etihad lounge, the Clubhouse celebrates the reputation and passions associated with Los Angeles, with a focus on health and wellness along with elements from the entertainment industry. Like other venues in the area, the Clubhouse aims to inspire a bit of envy—its interior is visible to passersby through a glass wall. Virgin’s design manager, Lara Fleat, described it as “a sneak peek for those walking by, so you really get that sense of FOMO.” The cheerful and contemporary lounge space offers whimsical and playful multisensory experiences, encouraging guests to unwind and relax before their flights.

The lounge's menu features British classics such as fish and chips; main bar area

The Lounge