Whoever has flown knows the frustrations of waiting around at a home airport. Traveling may be a miserable ordeal due to flight delays, uncomfortable seating, greasy fast food, a lack of personal space, and the inability to charge electronic devices. However, if you have access to an airline lounge, you may take a break from the chaos of the airport.

Paris's luxurious La Première Lounge of Air France

Air France's first-class cabin, La Première, is widely regarded as one of the most stylish in the skies, and the airline's operations on the ground are just as sophisticated. In May, following a lengthy renovation, the airline reopened its Charles de Gaulle flagship first-class lounge, which included a brightened and more appealing cocktail bar, new semi-private leisure rooms, and new works of art. Diners will still be served dishes from Michelin-starred chef Alain Ducasse.

American Airlines First Dining Service

Flagship First Dining facilities are located in American Airlines' Dallas, Los Angeles, Miami, and New York JFK hubs. However, they are temporarily closed due to the spread of the COVID-19 virus. Inside, diners may relax at their tables and select from various gourmet offerings, depending on the time of year. Cocktails and other alcoholic beverages, including Krug Champagne and other fine vintages from France and the United States, are also available on board.

American Express Centurion Lounges

Despite the epidemic, American Express has continued to set up additional sites of its posh Centurion Lounges at major airports, including New York JFK and Charlotte. The Centurion Lounge and its redesigned, smaller sibling, the Escape Lounge — The Centurion Studio Partner, will soon total 40 locations worldwide. Each lounge in the network offers its guests a unique experience.

Still, all of them share certain hallmarks, such as signature cocktails and more offbeat offerings, such as Napa wines in San Francisco and Colorado microbrews in Denver, as well as place-specific décor and installations by local artists. Several lounges have spas, and the JFK terminal's lounge features a hidden speakeasy.

Cathay Pacific's Premiere Pier Lounge, Hong Kong

This beautiful salon was created by designer Ilse Crawford, whose portfolio includes Ett Hem in Stockholm and Refettorio Felix in London. Elegant seating spaces with floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the tarmac cater to aviation enthusiasts, while a horseshoe-shaped cocktail bar with a pale green onyx top attracts the socialites.

The restaurant, which has a modern mid-century design, offers upscale continental cuisine and the airline's famous spicy dan noodles. However, The Retreat section offers eight-day rooms, including shower suites and a small spa with complimentary mini services like facials and foot massages for those seeking peace.

The Atlanta Delta Sky Club

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport is home to nine of Delta's exclusive Sky Clubs. Please stop by the Concourse F location since it is home to the Sky Deck, an outdoor patio where passengers may purchase refreshments while taking in views of the airport's runways. Stop by the mothership over on B Concourse if that's not possible.

It's the most spacious and offers cool amenities like a "wine wall" of bottles handpicked by the airline's master sommelier, Andrea Robinson, and a changing menu of Southern tapas from renowned Atlanta chef Linton Hopkins. Extras include a gallery with works by local artisans and well-lit bathrooms.

First Class Lounge of Emirates Airlines, Dubai

Taking up nearly the entire length of the international concourse, the Emirates First Class Lounge at Dubai International Airport is like having your terminal. In the lounge's wine cellar or the Timeless Spa, guests can treat themselves to a little R&R. Relax with smoke in the cigar room or freshen up with an espresso at the coffee bar.

A row of duty-free stores may be found just inside the lounge. You may order food and beverages from any of the several seating locations. However, the dining room does provide a large buffet with sushi and pastries, as well as à la carte selections. If you want to relax, there are private shower rooms and semi-private areas where you may rest.

Lufthansa's Frankfurt First Class Terminal

Lufthansa has made extensive renovations to its Frankfurt hub, including the construction of a first-class lounge and an entire First Class Terminal. Instead of driving to the main airport, passengers may pull up to the First Class Terminal and go through security checks. After clearing a separate customs and immigration screening, they will be escorted to their flight. The attractions of the lounge include a cigar lounge, a bar with more than 130 varieties of whiskey, a full-service dining area, and shower rooms, one of which has a complete bath.