In 2026, holding Platinum Medallion status alone does not grant automatic access to the Delta Sky Club for domestic flights. To enter, you must either be traveling on a qualifying international SkyTeam flight in a premium cabin (Delta One or Delta Premium Select) or have a separate membership or credit card benefit. For domestic-only travel, Platinum Medallion members must typically use a benefit from an eligible American Express card, such as the Delta SkyMiles Reserve or the Amex Platinum Card, both of which now have "visit-based" limits (e.g., 10 or 15 visits per year) unless you meet high annual spend thresholds. Alternatively, you can select a Sky Club membership as one of your Choice Benefits upon reaching Platinum status. It is important to remember that since February 2025, Delta has significantly tightened access rules to reduce lounge overcrowding, making "status-only" entry nearly impossible for those traveling in the main cabin on domestic routes without a supporting credit card or membership.
Yes, you can pay with US dollars in St. Lucia, as they are widely accepted across the island, particularly in tourist-heavy areas, hotels, and major restaurants. However, the official currency of St. Lucia is the Eastern Caribbean Dollar (XCD), which has been pegged to the US dollar at a fixed rate of approximately $1.00 USD to $2.70 XCD for many decades. While merchants will accept your US cash, you should be prepared for a few things: first, you will almost certainly receive your change in Eastern Caribbean Dollars rather than US currency. Second, smaller local shops or vendors in less "touristy" villages may offer a less favorable exchange rate (often rounding down to 2.50 or 2.60) compared to the official bank rate. For the best value, it is usually recommended to use a credit card for larger purchases to get the exact exchange rate or to withdraw XCD from a local ATM for small daily expenses. It is also important to ensure that any US bills you use are in good condition, as many Caribbean businesses will refuse torn, heavily worn, or excessively marked foreign currency due to bank deposit restrictions.