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What does the USO do at airports?

What does the USO do at airports?

USO airport lounges are made to provide comfort to the military community on their journeys, no matter where they’re going. At these lounges, which can be located before or after TSA security checkpoints, service members can find everything from free snacks and coffee to a comfy chair to take a quick nap.

Who can use the USO at airports?

The USO must focus its efforts on serving the needs of those who need us most: U.S. Armed Forces active duty, Reserve and Guard service members, as well as their families. For over 80 years, that’s been our mission.

Can you sleep in the USO airport?

If you’ve served long enough, you know this drill: You’re in between flights, and you need a place to rest. Your bleary eyes scan the airport directory and find a USO airport lounge. You trudge down the terminal, sign in, drop your luggage, and look for a comfy chair where you can doze off.

Can military spouse use USO?

The USO Airport Lounge Only those carrying military ID (including military ID cards for dependents and spouses) can enter these lounges. The lounges have a variety of uses, but they are most helpful for those taking long journeys on leave, temporary duty (TDY) or reassignment to faraway places.

Is food free at the USO?

As a military support nonprofit organization, not a government agency, one thing the USO can do – and has been doing since 1941 – is provide service members and their families with occasional free meals, no questions asked.

Can you sleep in a USO?

A long layover at Denver Airport goes by quickly at the USO Lounge. Enjoy snacks and drinks, WiFi, comfortable seating, a kids play area with video games and foosball table, a library, and a sleeping area with recliners. The USO Lounge welcomes all active members of the U.S. military and their families at no cost.

Which airport has the best USO?

This year’s top overall center went to USO Las Vegas. It’s the second year in a row the Las Vegas airport center took home top prize. They earned the award for receiving the highest overall survey scores in categories like satisfaction, staff helpfulness and value.

Does the USO have alcohol?

USO snack bars sold cigarettes to troops, but didn’t sell liquor. Today, alcohol and tobacco are forbidden, but all snacks at USO locations are free to troops and their families.

Can you bring guests into USO?

Our airport centers are specifically designed and funded to accommodate guests who are traveling via the airport that day. We cannot accommodate local guests wishing to eat lunch or spend their breaks at the center. CAN I GET FREE OR DISCOUNTED TICKETS TO THE SPORTS AND ENTERTAINMENT EVENTS FROM BOB HOPE USO?