TERMINAL TO THE STARS

THERE’S NOTHING WORSE THAN LANDING IN LOS ANGELES INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT (LAX) after a long flight and being set upon by droves of pesky paparazzi. It’s a relief then, that The Private Suite, an exclusive terminal within LAX, has launched. Offering the luxury of discreet directto-aircraft transportation in a BMW 7-Series sedan, five-star services and high-end security – not to mention private TSA screenings and on-site customs and immigrations processing – this service boasts just 70 peaceful and streamlined steps (as opposed to the usual, harrowing 2,000) from car to plane. Sound appealing? Annual member fees start from US$7,500 – and include three additional travellers, pre-flight massages and personal car storage – but non-members can also treat themselves to the privilege for $3,500 for one-time use.