VIP lounge

Day-pass style lounge coming to TAB’s terminal

A.N.R. Robinson International (TAB) lists a simple VIP lounge in the terminal plans, aimed at pay-per-use and eligible airline passengers once the upgraded building opens. Details are thin, but expect something closer to a small regional contract lounge than a flagship hub space.

The VIP lounge sits in the terminal footprint at TAB, so you clear security first and then head airside; current public upgrade plans specifically reference a dedicated lounge area alongside new departure amenities. That means it should serve outbound international flights to Port of Spain and seasonal services to the UK and elsewhere.

Because no official menu or bar list is published yet, assume the usual regional lounge pattern: self-serve soft drinks, basic spirits, and light snacks, rather than full restaurant service. With TAB handling a fraction of Trinidad’s Piarco (POS) passenger volume each year, don’t expect a giant buffet or made-to-order hot dishes.

Pricing typically lands around USD 25–45 for similar pay-in lounges in the southern Caribbean, and that’s a fair planning range for Tobago’s VIP lounge until firm numbers appear. Check whether your airline status or premium cabin ticket includes access; British Airways and other oneworld carriers list TAB in alliance lounge databases, but often route passengers to contract spaces like this rather than branded lounges.

Seating is likely to skew toward armchairs and small tables near power outlets, with capacity sized for just a few departing flights in a given hour. With TAB’s current single-terminal layout and limited stands, think dozens of seats, not hundreds, and plan a backup plan in the main gate area if the lounge is full.

Because no reliable reviews or photos have surfaced on FlyerTalk, Reddit, or major blogs as of 2026, treat the VIP lounge as a basic, get-some-quiet-and-Wi‑Fi option rather than a destination in itself. Expect standard Wi‑Fi, clean restrooms, and air-conditioning; anything beyond that is a bonus until proven otherwise.

Practical tip: Arrive at TAB at least 2 hours before departure, clear security, then walk the terminal once before paying for lounge entry so you can decide if a short stay justifies the likely day-pass price.