Priority Pass

MEMBERS ONLY Stuck at O’Hare due to another delayed flight? Don’t just kill time people-watching in the McDonald’s kiosk when you can relax in the lap of luxury in a VIP lounge. You could pull a Tina Fey and try to use your American Express card, but you’ll probably have better luck with a Priority Pass. The little plastic card will give you access to more than 500 airport lounges (offering complimentary snacks and drinks, Internet access and a separate play area for kids) around the world. You don’t even have to rack up the frequent-flier miles to take advantage of the club: Membership comes in different packages—suitable for casual and expert travelers—starting with a pay-as-you-go deal that includes a $99 annual fee and a $27 charge for each lounge visit. The Standard Plus deal costs $249 annually and includes ten lounge visits. With amenities like this, you might actually start praying for snow on your travel days. For more information, visit prioritypass.com.