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| Airports these days are not just a place to board your flights, deal with security checkpoints, and wait for your flights, crowded with people and long lines. There is much more to airports than meets the eye. Through this article we explore some of the premier airports and what they have to offer travelers.
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| Some Popular Airports |
Published On: May 08, 2009 |
Orlando International Airport
Orlando International airport is one the major airports as far as premier holiday destinations go, believe it or not. The airport is the 20th busiest airport in the US and is easily accessible from all the major neighborhoods in the city. From the moment you land at MCO, you will witness one of the most beautiful, sophisticated and environment friendly airports – an attraction in itself.
Let’s look at some of the key features of the Orlando International Airport
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Countless restaurants, stores, and services are offered to cater each and every requirement. Shops offering almost everything, unusual gifts, clothes, watches, apparels and purveyors of Chocolatiers, can be found at Orlando International Airport. Check out the Harley Davidson Store offering Harley items, a must for bike lovers, and Brookstone offering some exclusive gifts.
- As for as travel services go, this airport is equipped with currency exchange, shoeshine kiosks, information desks and banks, to name a few.
- Restaurants specializing in cuisine from all over the world offer travelers delightful meal options for everyone.
- The 443-room Hyatt Regency Hotel, located near the main terminal has an eight-story atrium featuring royal palms and a "city park" atmosphere creating an open feeling within the airport.
- Visitors can witness panoramic views of the lakes, islands and the beauty of Florida from the airport.
- Airside terminal 4 is a 24-gate facility featuring a striking skylight dome and vast glass walls.
McCarran International Airport
The McCarran International Airport in Las Vegas welcomes throngs of visitors to this enthralling city every single day. The LAS International Airport in Las Vegas redefines travel and surpasses traveler’s expectations. From a business lounge to a fitness center, a children’s play area and hundreds of slot machines, the airport is equipped for entertainment.
Let’s look at some McCarran Airport highlights
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McCarran International Airport hosts some of the best shops in the city, offering complete range of products for each and every traveler: Jewelry, clothing, accessories, gift shops and more
- LAS is equipped with ATM’s, pay phones, internet access, postal services, information desks and an airline club facility, to name a few.
- In case you thought gaming and fun was restricted to the Strip, you are in for a big surprise. Terminal 1 and 2 have slot machines where your gambling adventure can begin. The airport also has a play area for the kids.
- McCarran features a variety of art. Permanent displays throughout the airport include glass and concrete sculptures, murals, children’s art, and paintings depicting a variety of subjects ranging from the Nevada desert to the world-famous resorts of the Las Vegas "Strip."
- From fine dining to Subways, and Starbucks to Cocktail Lounges, the McCarran Airport has something for everyone.
Los Angeles International Airport
The Los Angeles International Airport, LAX, originally known as Mines Field, is ranked sixth in the world for the number of passengers, and 13th in tonnage of air cargo handled. Besides the crowds and cargo, there are many other things that this premier airport is known for.
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The Los Angeles airport offers its passengers and visitors WIFI access, giving you accessibility throughout the airport. Whether you’re at a lounge, the gate, or in a restaurant, you can access email and surf the web.
- The Airport has numerous duty free shops catering to all types of shoppers. From gift shops to candies, clothing stores, bookstores and more, travelers will enjoy a wide selection of shopping opportunities.
- Los Angeles International Airport is lined with some terrific restaurants offering bakery products, grilled items, fresh food and fine cuisine. You’ll even find your favorite fast food restaurants and coffee shops.
Fort Lauderdale International Airport
The Fort Lauderdale International Airport is perfectly situated in the heart of Broward County, minutes from Fort Lauderdale beach. Thousands of travelers pass through FLL airport daily. With lovely artwork and shopping, the airport has numerous things to charm its visitors.
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FLL airport has gift shops and newsstands at each terminal. The concourse has a wide variety of novelty and specialty items. From Florida Marlins baseball caps to beautiful earrings crafted by the Florida Seminole Native American Tribe.
- With 20 locations serving everything from soup to nuts, the airport ensures that everyone visiting has plenty of fine cuisine to choose from.
- Ft. Lauderdale International Airport has ATM’s on each concourse and a currency exchange.
- The duty free shops at terminals 2 and 4 offer a fine selection of jewelry, perfume, photographic equipment and fine art.
Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport
The Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport is the main gateway to Arizona. The airport is also known as America’s Friendliest Airport, primarily due to its outstanding customer service.
Let’s look at what make this airport one of the friendliest airports.
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The outstanding customer service can be attributed to Navigator Volunteers, who promise to offer directions, information, and friendly assistance in case you have any questions, or concerns.
- The airport is equipped with free WIFI, offered in all terminals, in retail shops and restaurants, as well as at the gate. Laptops or other devices configured for wireless will automatically connect to the Internet when powered up.
- Sky Harbor has two pet areas for dogs, indeed supporting its claim for the friendliest airport.
- The airport has Tohono Chul Park’s, which has nature exhibits, culture and arts of the Southwest. Another must see museum is Stitchalicious in Terminal 3, sculptural objects that represent sweets made from household items, is an attraction in itself.
- The airport is equipped with information counters and ATM’s to ensure that all your requirements and needs are catered to.
- The shops in the airport sell everything a shopper might want, chocolates, sunglasses, books, Native American gifts and everything in between.
- In terms of restaurants and bars, the airport has all premium restaurants and fast food eateries like Wendy’s and Starbucks. Many restaurants specialize in cuisine from across the globe.
Airports have come a long way since they emerged, and with the rise in tourism over the years, airports offer a lot more activities, restaurants and business solutions. Airports are more focused on catering to their traveling clientele to ensure a comfortable and relaxing journey. The next time you are at any of the above mentioned airports; do check out the facilities they have to offer. We think it should make for a pleasant start to your relaxing and fun-filled vacation. |
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