Airport Lounge Overuse 2026: 6 Burgers, 1 Duffel Bag, and the End

A traveler recently ordered six burgers and filled a duffel bag with food at an airport lounge, highlighting the growing trend of overuse in once-luxurious spaces. With lounge access now available at over 200 U.S. airports and fees as low as $25, travelers are exploiting the system — leading to crowded rooms and eroded service quality.