166. Airport Lounge Access for Families in 2026

How are you navigating the new rules for airport lounge access? With major changes impacting families in 2026, this episode breaks down what you need to know about the evolving lounge access landscape. The removal of free guest access and the introduction of fees for authorized users could significantly affect your travel experience. While the loss of free guest access is a tough pill to swallow, there are still options to make the most of your lounge access. In this episode, we explore which cards are still family-friendly , the impact of these changes on your travel plans, and practical strategies for managing lounge visits with kids in tow. Whether you're weighing whether to add an authorized user or debating if paying per visit makes sense, we cover all the angles. You can find links to resources mentioned in this episode plus the transcript here: pointstalksquad.com/166 Ready to get started with NEARLY FREE travel? Click here for the exact offers we would sign up for this month: Points Talk is also on YouTube! You can watch this episode here: youtube.com/@pointstalksquad Let us know what you want to hear on the podcast by sending us a DM on Instagram: instagram.com/pointstalksquad

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166. Airport Lounge Access for Families in 2026 is an episode from Points Talk with the Travel Mom Squad by Alex, Pam and Jess.

This episode is 45:25 long.

This episode was published on Feb 3, 2026.

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