Vacations are fun and relaxing — once you get to your hotel. But sometimes the trip to and from your destination can be downright exhausting! There’s nothing worse than arriving at your destination only to see long, winding lines to get through customs and immigration when you just want to start relaxing.
Well, there’s a way to get your vacation started a bit faster if your time is worth the cost. We used Club MoBay VIP Airport lounge service when we traveled to Jamaica, and for us, it was worth every penny! As soon as we exited the aircraft, we spotted our Club Mobay agent holding a sign with our name. She guided us through customs and immigration swiftly; and while we walked, she offered us great tips that are best from a local. We were then escorted to the Club Mobay Lounge where we were offered complimentary snacks and drinks. The only downfall was that our transportation to the hotel was ready for us so quickly that we didn’t have much time to enjoy the lounge. We got some sandwiches and drinks to go. But since we had the service for both arrival and departure, we were able to relax in the lounge and have a snack on our departure day.
VIP services are available at various airports around the world
ID 148053929 © Olena Yakobchuk | Dreamstime.com
and vary in price according to whether you choose arrival only or arrival and departure. There are also different costs for levels of service which can include lounge access and other upgrades like the use of private suites and limo service directly from the aircraft.
Here’s a sampling of some airports that offer VIP services:
Munich (MUC) VipWing: Offers private lounge and limousine service directly from the plane, often allowing passengers to stay in the car for customs. At an additional cost you can even book a private suite.
Frankfurt (FRA) VIP Service: Features private, expedited immigration, luggage handling and limousine service.
Paris (CDG) Air France La Première: Provides a private, high-end arrival experience, including tarmac luxury car transport, private immigration and lounge access.
London Heathrow (LHR) VIP Suite: Provides a private, discreet entrance and handles all formalities away from the main terminal.
Montego Bay, Jamaica (MJB) Club MoBay: Fast-track through customs and immigration and lounge with complimentary snacks and open bar
Cabo San Lucas, Mexico (SJD) Los Cabos Airport VIP Concierge Service: Personalized assistance to help you navigate immigration, security and baggage handling
Punta Cana, Dominican Republic (PUJ) Punta Cana Airport VIP Fast Track Service: A representative meets you at the aircraft door with a sign, escorts you to a private lounge, and handles your immigration paperwork and baggage while you relax.
— Tracey Cullen, art director
Read This Next
Introducing
FX Excursions
FX Excursions offers the chance for once-in-a-lifetime experiences in destinations around the world.
#globility
Insta FeedMelt into Mediterranean Charm in Barcelona and Costa Brava
Usually regarded for its Modernist architecture, centuries of artistic influence and polarizing football team, Barcelona has come into its own as a growing tech hub. The capital of Catalonia hosts the annual Mobile World Congress each March, and its Poble Nou neighborhood cradles some of the world’s most recognizable startups like TravelPerk and Typeform.
Sponsored Content
Global Traveler Hosted Trip on the Transcend Connect
JOIN GLOBAL TRAVELER ON ITS NEXT TRIP!
Daily
Sep 21, 2026Ireland’s Dromoland Castle Announces Landmark Transformation
This November, Dromoland Castle is set to close its doors for six months for its largest redevelopment in its 63 years as a hotel. Set to reopen in June 2027, the 16th-century property in County Clare will debut a one-of-a-kind transformation with updates to accommodations, public spaces, wellness facilities, culinary features and more.
Destinations
Sep 21, 20266 Reasons to Put Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, on Your Travel List
It’s time to start dreaming of your next trip. Here’s some destination inspiration for you. Take a visual journey through Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, with us.
Sponsored Content
What Actually Happens If You Get Sick or Hurt on a Cruise?
You’ve booked your cabin, mapped the ports and packed the sunscreen. Hopefully, you also bought some insurance. But have you ever thought about what actually happens if a medical emergency strikes mid-voyage?
Daily
Sep 21, 2026Women’s Retreats Now Available at Six Senses Kyoto, Six Senses Kanuhura
Designed to be a supportive experience for women of all ages, The Yin Way Retreat — The Way of a Woman is a new experience available to guests this year at Six Senses Kanuhura in the Maldives. It’s available Oct. 1 to 4 in the Maldives, and at Six Senses Kyoto in Japan Dec. 11 to 14.
Seven Seas Prestige to Feature New Spaces
September 2026
Sep 19, 2026Daily
Sep 18, 2026Windstar Unlocks Tower of London After Dark and Other New 2027 Experiences
Explore three different remarkable European destinations in 2027 with Windstar Cruises. The brand’s newest 224-guest, all-suite yacht, Star Explorer, debuts alongside complimentary Destination Discovery Events in Livorno, Dubrovnik and London.
Sponsored Content
IHG Business Edge: A Smarter Way for Small- and Mid-Sized Businesses to Travel
IHG Business Edge is a complimentary travel program designed to help small- and mid-sized businesses manage travel more efficiently while saving on hotel stays. Members enjoy access to guaranteed discounts, loyalty benefits, and partner offers across IHG Hotels & Resorts’ global portfolio of 7,000-plus hotels in more than 100 countries.
September 2026
Sep 17, 2026High-Spirited Hong Kong: The Dynamic Hub Embraces Its Maritime History and Culture
It was known as the “Kai Tak heart attack” — the thrilling, terrifying final approach into Hong Kong’s Kai Tak Airport. Airliners were required to bank sharply at the last moment, dodging hills and apartment blocks to line up with a runway jutting out into Kowloon Bay. The airport is long gone, but international visitors are arriving at Kai Tak again, albeit more sedately. Their cruise ships dock smoothly at Kai Tak Cruise Terminal, a modern gateway designed by Sir Norman Foster.
ShareThis