Twitter users really know a lot. The other day, the comments section taught me how to use the China Merchants Bank Centurion card to get free airport VIP access. I flew from Chongqing to Shanghai today and got to experience it firsthand. The whole process was guided by dedicated staff, the check-in was fast, the lounge wasn't crowded, and there was even a car to take me to the airport at the end. Upon comparison, I realized that the pre-flight check-in service in first class is really a bit inferior. It's hard to imagine how I've kept miss the pump on this great opportunity all these years, foolishly using my credit limit for airport lounges every time. However, there is still a problem. The bank can handle the check-in service, but the airport pick-up service I experienced in Chengdu that day can only be purchased through DragonPass. In cities like Shanghai, the price for a pick-up service is outrageously expensive, with the payment screen showing 4,000 RMB. What kind of family would pay so much money for a mere 20 minutes of convenience?

The key is that the food is free and you can take as much Coke as you want, so I always eat my fill!