Up, Up, and Away to Luxury: United's Polaris Lounge Soars in Chicago!

A Bird? A Plane? No It's a Bigger Lounge!

Greetings citizens of Earth! Your friendly neighborhood Superman here reporting live from… well not Metropolis this time. Today I'm hovering (discreetly of course – don't want to cause a draft) over Chicago O'Hare where United Airlines has unveiled its souped up Polaris lounge. And let me tell you it's bigger than a speeding bullet – 50% bigger to be precise! Seems like everyone is battling for your hard earned kryptonite these days but I must confess as Clark Kent a snazzy lounge does appeal after a long day of saving the world.

Crate & Barrel Chic: Lois Would Approve!

Forget the Fortress of Solitude; this lounge is the new definition of cozy. Forget ice sculptures (ok I am exaggerating) they have Crate & Barrel furnishings! Even Lois would be impressed. Apparently United is betting that comfy chairs and stylish decor will make you forget that your flight is delayed. But hey I always say 'There is a superhero in all of us we just need the courage to put on the cape' and wait out the delays in comfort right?

Two Tiered Lounges: Is This Lex Luthor's Doing?

Now about this 'two tiered' lounge system… sounds suspiciously like something Lex Luthor would cook up! The Polaris lounge is for the jet setting elite while the common United Clubs are for… well the rest of us. Just kidding. But seriously airlines are getting serious about catering to those who spend more leaving me to wonder if there's a secret kryptonite cocktail only available in the Polaris section. It smells like inequality to me maybe I should investigate...

Speakeasies and Sit Down Dining: Finally Some Real Food!

But here's the real kicker: a second 'speakeasy style' bar and 50 seats for sit down dining. A speakeasy in an airport? Now that's something! Although I wonder if they serve anything stronger than jet fuel. And actual food? Not just those sad pre packaged sandwiches? This is progress people! As I always say “There is a right and a wrong and that distinction is not blurred by ???? opinion.” After all even superheroes need a good meal after thwarting a bank robbery.

Crowded Skies Crowded Lounges: Even Superman Needs Space!

United admits that the Chicago lounge got a bit 'tight' last summer. 'Tight'? Try squeezing into a phone booth in a crowded city! Thankfully they're expanding. They are even considering one in Denver. If this trend continues maybe I’ll have to invest in a personal pocket dimension just to get away from the crowds. "It’s never as bad as you think it’s going to be."

Grab and Go: For the Superhero on the Run!

For those of us (yes even Superman) who are short on time United is also rolling out 'grab and go' lounges. Perfect for when you need to save the world before your connecting flight! Just imagine: a quick stop for a super sandwich and a bottled water before leaping tall buildings in a single bound. "So many things are possible just as long as you don’t know they’re impossible.” Signing off your friendly neighborhood Superman reminding you to fly safe (and maybe consider upgrading to Polaris).