Are Chase Sapphire Lounges Worth the Hype?

Chase just opened their ninth Sapphire Lounge at Dallas-Fort Worth, and we got an early look before it officially opened. In this episode, Chris and Katie break down everything inside the new DFW lounge, the first whiskey bar in the network, Texas-inspired food, a grab-and-go section, spa access, and a family room with local touches throughout. Then they zoom out to cover the full Chase Sapphire Lounge network. **After this episode was recorded, changes to the Chase Sapphire Lounge policies were announced. Beginning August 15, 2026, Priority Pass members will no longer have once-per-year complimentary access to Chase Sapphire Lounges. Additionally, beginning on August 15, passengers traveling on same-day layovers can access the lounges within 5 hours of their scheduled departure time. All the details can be found here:** Plus, Chris reviews the brand new Kimpton Era Midtown in New York, booked with IHG points, and Katie's passport is finally back. First Look at the New Chase Sapphire Lounge at DFW Airport: https://upgradedpoints.com/news/chase-sapphire-lounge-dallas-dfw-first-look/ Full List of Chase Sapphire Lounge Locations: https://upgradedpoints.com/travel/airports/chase-sapphire-lounge-by-the-club/ Save 25% on a Roame Subscription With Code UP25: https://upgradedpoints.com/news/roame-promo-code-save-25/ Why the Chase Sapphire Reserve Card is the Best Lounge Card for Families: https://upgradedpoints.com/news/chase-sapphire-reserve-best-lounge-card-for-families/ ✈️ Learn more at https://upgradedpoints.com/ 📧 Questions? Email us at podcast@upgradedpoints.com 📲 Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@upgradedpointspod 📲 Subscribe on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-upgraded-points-podcast/id1807133164 📲 Subscribe on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/61t4AF7hQiW4hh5eNcwqrZ 📲 Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/upgradedpoints/ 📲 Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/upgradedpoints 📲 Follow us  on TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@upgradedpoints ✉️ Upgraded Points Newsletter  https://upgradedpoints.com/join-newsletter/