The opening ceremony took place at the new lounge in Terminal 3 of Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport, and was presided over by Ambar Franco, Vice President – Customer Experience at Star Alliance and Qi Yaoming, Deputy General Manager of Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport.
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Turkish Airlines passengers can enjoy the Star Alliance Guangzhou Lounge before embarking their journey via one of the 11 flights operated per week from the gateway.
The lounge spans approximately 1,400 square metres with seating for around 245 guests and features a 700-square-metre outdoor garden, a distinctive open-air space that remains rare in airport environments, offering passengers a serene setting to relax and unwind before their journey. Open 24 hours a day, it is designed to support the needs of international travellers across varying flight schedules, providing a calm and comfortable space to rest or work before their journeys. The Star Alliance Guangzhou lounge will welcome First and Business class passengers, and Star Alliance Gold status customers travelling on member airline flights, irrespective of the cabin class, departing from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport Terminal 3.
Designed in close collaboration with Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport, the lounge reflects elements of Lingnan culture and Guangzhou’s natural landscape, creating a strong sense of place throughout. At its centre is a sculptural installation inspired by the kapok flower, the city’s emblem, reinterpreted through contemporary design. A dedicated tea experience further anchors the space in local tradition, with tea artists guiding guests through the craft and cultural significance of tea.
