Get ready to Escape!

Brisbane Airport’s International Terminal will become the first home for Escape Lounges in Australia, scheduled for opening in late 2024. This new location will not only be a first for the country, but also for the southern hemisphere, joining the existing award-winning lounge network across the UK and US. 

Located on the terminal’s mezzanine level, this lounge will follow suit of the whole Escape Lounges network. A dedicated space away from the hustle and bustle of the airport terminal, its design will take inspiration from the South East Queensland region. 

Escape Lounges are more than just a space away from the main terminal, but a unique and tasteful representation of the local area. 

For example, references to canopy shade structures found in the Brisbane and Queensland architectural vernacular will define the lounge’s seating zones, while an elegant colour and material palette will sit comfortably with Australian contemporary artists’ works. 

Freshly prepared, locally inspired seasonal dishes crafted by our in-house chefs set the Escape Lounges experience apart. Guests can enjoy hot or cold options alongside a curated selection of wines, beers, spirits, and barista-made coffee - perfect for any craving, any time of day. 

Elevated customer service will also ensure all guests enjoy an ‘Escape to Remember’. Upon arrival, guests will be welcomed warmly at the lounge’s reception, before being invited to relax and unwind overlooking the sweeping views of the runway. 

CAVU, parent company of Escape Lounges, is already partnered with Brisbane Airport, deploying its pre-booking services for its car parking offering. 

Nolan Hough, Chief Growth Officer at CAVU said, “We are thrilled to be continuing our relationship with Brisbane Airport with the opening of our first Escape Lounge in Australia. Having worked closely over the past five years by providing pre-booking services for Brisbane’s extensive car parking offering, we are looking forward to providing a world class passenger experience, as-well as digitally enabling pre-bookings through CAVU’s pre-book platform, propel”. 

“Brisbane Airport is looking forward to the opening of the first Escape Lounge in Australia and the Southern Hemisphere. The International Terminal is currently undergoing upgrades as part of the AU$5 billion Future BNE transformation, making our gateway to Queensland and Australia an even greater place for passengers,” said Gert-Jan de Graaff, CEO at Brisbane Airport. 

The Escape Lounge will be open for all travellers regardless of airline, ticket class or card in hand. A lounge visit can also be guaranteed by pre-booking in advance, online at escapelounges.com.

ABOUT ESCAPE LOUNGES

Escape Lounges are all-inclusive premium airport lounges open to all travellers. Guests entering an Escape Lounges receive a wide variety of amenities, including hot and cold food and beverages, plush and relaxing seating with ample power outlets, high-speed Wi-Fi, up-to-the-second flight information, and access to 7,000+ digital publications in 60+ languages from 120+ countries. Visit us at escapelounges.com and connect with us on Facebook, X, and Instagram for more information.

ABOUT CAVU

Founded by MAG (Manchester Airports Group) and backed by 80 years of aviation expertise, CAVU strives to revolutionize airport travel, creating value for passengers and the businesses that serve them. It seeks to address evolving passenger needs today and exceed them as we move forward into tomorrow. CAVU is the parent company of Escape Lounges. Its name is taken from the aviation meteorology term, ‘Ceiling And Visibility Unlimited’ (CAVU), which designates the perfect flying condition where the ceiling is more than 10,000ft, and the visibility is more than ten miles. Visit ca.vu to learn more. Connect with us on X and LinkedIn.