DINING AT AIRPORTS can be a seriously pricey affair. A simple vada pav—that costs around ₹50 in an average outlet outside an airport—could potentially be found being sold at five times that price at ₹250 inside airports. If you decide to get it on the plane, the expenses multiply further. Smelling an opportunity, credit card providers were offering complimentary lounge access with some of their cards, making them more appealing for cardholders. For a nominal fee of just ₹1, cardholders could access and enjoy the luxurious buffet available in lounges across airports. This perk has swiftly become one of the most sought-after privileges associated with credit cards after the surge in air-travel post the Covid-19 pandemic.
However, the situation is in a flux now. Long queues for entry into airport lounges is a common sight at almost all major airports today. And even if you manage to get inside, securing a comfortable table requires another massive stroke of luck. The surge in post-pandemic travel has unexpectedly heightened the demand for this perk, surpassing the lounge demand from the pre-Covid-19 era.
Denne historien er fra January 07, 2024-utgaven av Business Today India.
Start din 7-dagers gratis prøveperiode på Magzter GOLD for å få tilgang til tusenvis av utvalgte premiumhistorier og 9000+ magasiner og aviser.
Allerede abonnent ? Logg på
Denne historien er fra January 07, 2024-utgaven av Business Today India.
Start din 7-dagers gratis prøveperiode på Magzter GOLD for å få tilgang til tusenvis av utvalgte premiumhistorier og 9000+ magasiner og aviser.
Allerede abonnent? Logg på
"Do what's best for employees"
BEST ADVICE - PANKAJ JATHAR | CEO | NIIT LTD
Your Palate for 2025
What's in store for you in the New Year when you go out for a meal or a drink? We ask industry experts to predict F&B trends for 2025
"RBI'S STANCE SHOULD BE TO KEEP THE RUPEE MORE VOLATILE"
Axis Bank Chief Economist Neelkanth Mishra talks about the rupee, quantitative easing, the Trump impact, and more
"We should strive towards two non-zero GST rates"
Arvind Panagariya, Chairman of the 16th Finance Commission, on further reforms in the economy, the Nehruvian era and its impact on policymaking, cash transfers, and more
A GENERATION MAROONED
This generation is creating new grammar for social and professional existence. They are reimagining the very concept of work, identity, and social belonging
A TIME OF UNCERTAINTY AND OPPORTUNITY
A look at the key trends that will redefine how content will be created, distributed, and consumed
Consciousness Shaping Consumption
India has a dynamic and discerning consumer base, whose consumption pattern is experiencing a significant transformation
THE NIFTY ELEPHANTS
The composition of the Nifty 50 index has undergone notable changes in the past 30 years, with only 11 companies consistently remaining in the index. It is expected to undergo further changes in 2025 with the entry of new-age companies like Zomato
REDEFINING THE DIGITAL AGE
For Bitcoin, its future lies not as a currency but as a cornerstone of the modern financial ecosystem
THE FUTURE OF HEALTHCARE
As AI advances, so will its role in health insurance. In the future, it shall perform a variety of complex tasks, making it more accessible and aligned with individual needs
