Wednesday, January 27, 2016

Fabulous Ways To Spare Layover Time In Airports

I for one always look forward to a vacation. A time to escape from the routine of everyday life, takes in some new surrounding, relax, and have some fun. With vacations also comes the travel process and the every dreaded layovers and flight delays. Peter Minkoff was so kind to write a guest post today and share a few ways we can turn layovers and flight delays into a positive thing.
Even though the majority of travellers think of layover as very dreadful and exhausting – it actually doesn’t have to be like that at all. Waiting for your connecting flight can be a very precious time you will spend just on yourself. Here is a list of fabulous ways to spare layover time on airport, so check it out and learn how to minimize stress and enjoy it to the max.

1.      Sleep
There is nothing more important than beauty sleep, even when it comes to infamous layover. Your eyes will eventually get too heavy, and if dozing off in public is not your cup of tea, don’t worry – there is a solution to your problem. Many airports today have YOTEL facilities, which are basically accommodations within the airport terminals that are inspired by Japanese capsule hotels. It comes with a bed, bathroom with shower, a fold-out desk, and even a flat-screen TV. Sleep well and avoid jet lag for the best trip ever!

2.    Restaurants
From coffee shops to restaurants with Michelin stars, airports all over the world indeed offer high-quality foods and drinks to the globetrotters. It is just up to you to choose what you would like the most – no matter whether it is a doughnut and coffee from Starbucks, or Gordon Ramsey’s perfect steak and a glass of wine. Besides that, there are numerous restaurants that are particularly appropriate for families with small children, so have that in mind when choosing a perfect place to grab a bite.
3.      Shopping
Some of the airports are true paradise for shoppers, and trust us – you won’t even feel when your time is up. For example, Terminal 5 at Heathrow in London is stacked with more than 100 shops that offer everything you can possibly need – even some of the world’s most prominent brands and designer houses have their stores here. Alexander McQueen, Burberry, Chanel, Louis Vuitton, and Prada are just some of them. This terminal is definitely a perfect retail therapy space that will provide an ultimate shopping experience.

4.    Work Out
It may sound quite awkward, but it is actually not – just a few minutes of stretching and deep breathing will get your blood flowing after a long flight. Have that in mind the next time you are planning your trip and pack a yoga mat in your carry-on. Some of the airports even offer a fitness area, but if there is no such place, you can always pick a quiet corner of an airport lounge. On the other hand, if you would like to sweat a bit more, check out if that particular airport offers a gym or fitness center in or around it. Just be considerate to other passengers and make sure that there are shower facilities, too.

5.    Play a Game
No matter whether you will choose a board game, or the favorite one on your smartphone or tablet – this is definitely a good way to kill some time at the airport. Some of the most amazing face-to-face games include Travel Scrabble, Bananagrams, and Yahtzee to Go, which are all appropriate for travelling. On the other hand, if you are all on your own, you can play online games such as Poptropica. It offers a wide range of games that are both entertaining and educational, which is actually a great way to pass the time.
Even though you would probably be happier if the layovers didn’t exist, the truth is that they really don’t have to be that stressful and exhausting. The majority of the airports today actually offer so many amenities that will make your layover not only bearable, but quite enjoyable in fact. Use them well and that will certainly make your life much easier.


12 comments:

  1. My friend travelled so much for work that she started always getting her nails done while waiting at airports. One less thing that she had to do when she got home and it made the experience more pleasant!
    Kari
    www.sweetteasweetie.com

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    1. Getting a mani/pedi at the airport is such a great idea! I will have to keep that in mind next time I travel!

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  2. GIRL I love this blog post! I have been traveling so much and I couldn't agree more with everything you've said.

    XO, Jessi
    mywhiteT.com

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    1. It's actually a guest post by Peter Minkoff, but I am so glad to hear that you enjoyed this post! I hope you are having fun and keeping safe on your travels!

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  3. Las esperas a veces son largas y lo mejor es la comodidad.

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    1. So true! It really is best to get comfortable if you are in for a long wait!

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  4. Great tips! I have a cross country flight coming up in a few months and I will definitely be using these!
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    1. Happy to hear it! hope your trip(s) goes well!

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  5. These are such great tips! Thanks so much for sharing!

    xx
    Lauren Elizabeth
    Petite in Pearls

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