· Several companies sell 'one visit' access to UK airport lounges, including ACP Airport Lounges (uk-airport-lounge.co.uk) and ABC Holiday Extras (holidayextras.co.uk). Perhaps the best option for worldwide access would be the travellers' club Wexas (wexas.com). They offer access to lounges around the world from £10- 20. They do charge an annual membership fee but new members can have a free, three month, no obligation trial and a reduced first-year membership of £23.99.

Graham Norman