Chicagos Midway Airport opens first-ever premium lounge NBC Chicago [Video]

Travelers will get their first look at Midway Airport’s first-ever premium lounge this week, as Chicago officials held a grand opening ceremony on Wednesday.

The lounge, known as “Club MDW,” will open Thursday near Gate B1 as part of the airport’s Central Market, according to a press release from the Chicago Department of Aviation.

Mayor Brandon Johnson and other dignitaries enjoyed the new lounge on Wednesday, the first in the nearly-100 year history of the airport.

“Midway International Airport is an essential gateway for our city, and The Club MDW is a key part of our ongoing efforts to enhance the travel experience here in Chicago for leisure and business passengers,” Johnson said in a statement. “Our commitment to investing in Midway reflects our mission to continue delivering a world-class experience that meets the needs of all travelers.”

According to CDA officials, access to the lounge will be available via …