The Best Airports To Have A Layover
If you have ever been at the airport for a long period of time, It can be tiring. Nowadays, many airports around the globe have brought their services up a notch. Some have upgraded security, fantastic shopping, spa services, even sleep areas. Don’t overlook silence…peace and quiet is one thing that is often overlooked too. Here are some of the best airports to have a long layover at…
Changi International Airport and Incheon International Airport in Seoul, South Korea
Changi International Airport has movie theaters, a butterfly garden, a 40 foot slide, rooftop pool, but also provides designated quiet zones where public announcements aren’t piped in.
San Francisco International Airport
San Francisco International Airport has well-rounded offerings such as a SFMOMA Museum Store, a distinguished airport museum, a branch of the city’s Steinhart Aquarium and seasonally sourced local food. If you are in Terminial 2, make sure you order a glass of California Cabernet at Vino Volo.
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Dubai International Airport
Dubai International Airport offers extravagance that you would expect in a city known for this. It is home to the world’s largest duty-free shop at 58,000 square feet, open-air gardens and shopping stands where you can purchase actual gold bars. This airport offers east connections, Wi-Fi, great meals, clean spaces and carpets, comfortable seating and even hotel rooms. There is even a lounge attendant who makes sure you don’t sleep thru your flight call.
London Heathrow
Terminal 5’s Heathrow Boutique offers complimentary personal shoppers to help plan your travel wardrobe or select a gift. The terminal also houses an 11,000-square-foot Harrods and a gallery showcasing sculptures by emerging British artists. Choose from 105 restaurants, relax with a pint.
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Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
For 100 years, this has remained in the same location. It offers a free museum, airport library, free Wi-Fi and more. Check out the Multiple spas, unwind with champagne or get some peace and quiet at the totally device-free Silence Center.
Munich International Airport
sample some of the country’s best brews at Airbräu. The airport’s traditional tavern houses a beer garden shaded by chestnut trees (open October–May) and an onsite brewery and has live music.
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Zurich Airport
With 2 rooftop terraces, a kids zone and more, there is plenty to do to keep busy or relax. There are 16 locker-style cell phone charging stations, rooms for sleeping and showering, plenty of shops and restaurants and even bikes and in-line skates for rent.
Hong Kong International Airport
Located on the man-made island of Hong Kong Harbor, this two-terminal airport packs a serious punch. All of the work-related facilities and services one could demand are here, but it’s really the extras that keep people happy during long layovers. There is an outdoor nine-hole regulation golf course, the world’s first airport IMAX theater and a sports simulator for car racing and basketball. For the ultimate in relaxation, pony up the $50-plus fee for a pass to one of two super-sleek Traveler’s Lounges, outfitted with a bar and showers.
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