Buckle up, folks, as I take you on our very first review in this series. The lucky first lounge is Carlsberg Aviator Lounge! Tucked away like a hidden treasure within Copenhagen Airport’s Terminal 2 (CPH/EKCH), this lounge promises to be one of the fanciest pit stop you’ll make on your journey. Prepare to chuckle, nod in agreement, and maybe even scribble down some notes for your next adventure.

Review Methodology:

Just like a connoisseur of fine cheeses, I’ve sliced and diced this review into six juicy categories: Access, Curb Appeal, Customer Service, Booze Availability, Food/Snack Options, and Wi-Fi Connectivity. Keep in mind that my thoughts are unfiltered, based on my personal experience, and no one slipped me a dime to wax poetic about this lounge. (I mean not that I wouldn’t take a few Benjamin’s if offered 😏)

Accessibility: 4/5

Access, access, access! It’s like the password to a secret society, right? Carlsberg Aviator Lounge waltzes in with a cool four out of five stars in this category. Now, don’t get me wrong, a three-hour cap on your lounge loitering is pretty flexible, but I’m here for the freedom, baby! Imagine weird flight times, spontaneous naps, or marathon layovers. So, while three hours might be plenty for the average human, I’m holding back on that fifth star for lounges that offer a little more time on the timer, or ideally no limits.

Curb Appeal: 4/5

Say cheese, because this lounge is Instagram-ready! Clean, modern, and cozy enough to make your living room jealous. The open layout, with floor to ceiling windows that bathes the place in the kind of light that’s probably endorsed by skincare influencers. Pro tip: the juice machine with a touch screen was cooler than my first smartphone. Why isn’t every juice machine touchscreen? Anyway, it’s a solid four out of five, because as cool as it is, let’s save that fifth star for the lounge that drops jaws (I’m looking at you El Dorado in Bogota)

Customer Service: 4/5

Customer service – the real MVP! From the moment you walk the staff’s got your back. Smooth check-in? Check. Trash disappearing like magic? Check. Just be prepared for a brief identity crisis because you won’t recognize your usual airport experience.

Alcohol Availability: 4/5

Hold onto your cups, because we’re diving headfirst into the section you been looking forward the most! With a wide selection of drafts beers, cheap wines, and bottom shelf liquors, it will make your waiting experience a little more tolerable. Yes they didn’t have any signature cocktails or cute bartenders but this was enough for me.

Now, let’s get real for a moment. My visit, unfortunately, coincided with the ungodly hour of 7 AM. And no, I didn’t go all rockstar and grab a morning cocktail so today I have no drink recommendation for you. Why? well, life isn’t a movie montage and I was running on 4 hours of sleep so adding a hangover to that list wasn’t the vibe.

But here’s the kicker, my fellow adventurers – it’s important to heed the wise advice (or threats) of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and other aviation regulators. They’ve got some words about responsible consumption, and I dare say it’s solid advice. (Remember at high altitudes the effect of alcohol intensify) You see, FAA regulations give airline staff the authority to deny boarding to anyone who’s having a little too much fun. It’s like the sober bouncer of the sky, making sure the party stays safe and sound. So while the temptation to indulge may be strong, just remember that moderation is key – both for your flight plans and your dignity.

In the grand scheme of things, I’m giving the Carlsberg Aviator Lounge a well-deserved four out of five stars in the alcohol department.

Food/Snacks Options: 3/5

Food time, aka “snack o’clock,” took center stage here. The spread had breakfast written all over it: bread, cheeses, lunch meats, and salads – basically, a breakfast buffet that doesn’t mess around. Three out of five because while it’s fantastic for short flights, my appetite was side-eyeing it for longer journeys. You might want to step out and grab a proper meal if you’re in it for the long haul.

Wi-Fi: 5/5

Hold on to your virtual horses, folks! Drumroll, please, because the Wi-Fi earns a perfect score. Which is honestly surprising as they are leeching of the airport Wi-Fi (but no shame, I’m also leeching of my mom’s Netflix) so if it ain’t broke don’t fix it! A solid 32.1 mbps download speed, which will give you more than enough bandwidth from video calls to TikTok doom scrolling, or whatever else you do on the internet.

Extra Points:

1. Views +1: Windows, windows everywhere! This lounge puts you in the middle of the terminal action, perfect for both aviation geeks like me and people-watching aficionados like my boyfriend. Plane spotting? Check. Terminal hustle? Double check. It’s like Netflix, but for airports.

2. Flight Information +1: Flight information screens, aka “saviors of last-minute panic.” In a non-US airport, where gate assignments are like surprise party invitations, these screens are more crucial than coffee on a Monday morning. When your gate’s announced minutes before boarding, you’ll thank the heavens for these screens.

Conclusion

We give this lounge a 4.3 star rating and if the math ain’t matching for you, you are probably right. Just go ahead and read our blog on how we score lounges here.

No drumrolls, confetti cannons, or cheesy one-liners – just a straightforward recommendation: If you’re navigating the Copenhagen Airport scene, make a pit stop at the Carlsberg Aviator Lounge. It’s like a spa day for your pre-flight nerves. If you’ve got a Priority Pass, go ahead and indulge. And if you’re yet to join the Priority Pass cult, a mere 199 DKK (or around $30 USD) could unlock the gates to this lounge paradise.

So there you have it, fellow travelers! This lounge isn’t just another spot to sit; it’s the VIP lounge that makes you feel like the runway is your catwalk.