It actually wouldn't upset me at all...but I'm one of those who would pay for a child free lounge, lol. Overcrowding is an issue in certain markets (looking at you, ATL
) and I'm glad Amex is addressing it (not a popular opinion I recognize)...and not a moment too soon. DH actually tries to work in lounges (why they were created) and it's challenging right now to say the least. Limiting access and improving staffing would be huge improvements...and if it takes another $200-$300/year for fully staffed open more hours lounges I'd pay it without blinking.
Good luck! It's nice to have-not a must have but nice to have...I'm already planning out my strategy for next year
.