Crowded airport lounges force airlines to rethink future of travel perks for fliers

Airport lounges may have finally hit their breaking point.

After years of offering credit card perks, day passes and premium travel upgrades, airlines are now leaning into a new solution: grab-and-go lounge concepts.

The idea is simple. Travelers can still pick up complimentary food and drinks — but without camping out in a lounge or having to hunt for a seat.

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The shift makes sense for passengers and airlines alike...