Plaza Premium plans country's first dual-concept lounges at DFW Airport

The big picture: Airport lounges are all the rage right now, attracting travelers with the promise of food, drinks and a place to relax between flights.

• Plaza Premium Group has 18 lounges in Canada, 12 in Brazil and two in the U.S.

How it works: The company's Terminal E lounge, open since 2020, primarily serves domestic travelers. The new side-by-side lounges will be in Terminal D, near the D15 security checkpoint.

• The Plaza Premium Lounge will have buffet-style dining, wifi, and wellness-oriented spaces.
• The Plaza Premium First lounge will cater to higher-end travelers, with a la carte dining and more private seating.
• The company typically waives entry fees for certain credit card holders, but any traveler can buy a one-time pass to get in.

What they're saying: Plaza Premium tells Axios it chose DFW for the new set of U.S. lounges because it is one of the world's busiest airports and has a mix of domestic and international flights.

• "Our dual-lounge concept is designed to offer travelers more choice and flexibility, recognizing that different passengers have different travel styles and needs," said Pascal Bélanger, senior vice president of Plaza Premium Group's Americas office.

What's next: The new lounges are scheduled to open in early 2026.