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· Beverages: It's a safe bet that you'll be tipping back many a champagne flute in an Air France lounge, and not that cheap sparkling wine stuff. There's also the standby free soft drinks, beer, fine wines, and spirits available. Many of the lounges are self-serve, so feel free to pour yourself a strong drink before take off; we won't tell anyone that you forget the orange juice in that Screwdriver.
· Snacks: The Departure Lounges feature light dining options, but most of it is back to the concept of self-service. If you're really craving some Duck a l'Orange, you probably should get it before you head to the airport or wait until you touch down in the City of Lights. As for snacks on hand, expect chips, pretzels, pastries, and other assorted baked goods. If you're at the tail-end of your journey, don't take for granted the existence of Arrival Lounges, where we recommend refueling with what they call a "substantial breakfast." It better have French Toast.
· Other Amenities: There's plenty of gadgets and hookups to keep you connected to either work or home. You'll find mostly Mac computer, copiers, fax machines, and anything else you'd need to stay in touch as well as international newspapers for brushing up on the news and improving your foreign language skills. When you're done refreshing your Twitter feed and email, go refresh yourself with showers in many of the Air France lounges, as well as in the lounges they share with SkyTeam partners. Finally, although they don't brag about it on their main site, we've heard rumors that some lounges have a smoking section, most likely existing so that you can choke down your last Gitanes.
· What To Watch Out For: Honestly, if you're looking for the epitome of luxury, class, and convenience, you may want to look into a different airline. Sure, they've got all the usual niceties, but there's no effort to go above and beyond. Their presence is however felt around the globe, and through their partner network you can access over 300 lounges. We do like the idea of The Patio Lounge, which is perfect for short layovers in Paris and Bordeaux; you'll get free WiFi, self-service snacks, and something to wash it all down—that champagne you desperately need.

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[Photo of a lounge in CDG: garybembridge]