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AIR TRAVEL GETTING EASIER
It seems that airports all over the world are trying to make travel a little easier on their customers, especially those travelers who have to spend time at airports during layovers. These layovers can be anywhere from an hour to more than 6 hours depending on the connection, delays, which can also occur during bad weather and untimely cancellations.
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A growing number of new businesses are opening up a various airports to make air travel less stressful. Examples of these are a yoga room at the San Francisco airport. Atlanta’s Hartsfield-Jackson airport has five small cubicles where travelers can grab peace and quiet on a long layover or delay. Operated by Minute Suites, these sound-proof rooms cost $30 an hour and include a daybed sofa, pillows and blankets, a small TV and Wi-Fi access. Singapore’s Changi airport is known for its comfortable napping rooms, Hong Kong airport has several resting and shower lounges, and some European airports, including Heathrow, have mini-hotel rooms called Yotel Units. Have your tried the Airport Spa? Many airports are adding spa services, everything from a 15-minute chair massage to aromatherapy oxygen treatments. Other popular services are manicures and pedicures. |
If you have been to any of the above, please share your thoughts with us via e-mail and we would be happy to add all experiences in our next newsletter. info@rickshawtravels.com.
