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Killing Airport Layover Time 101
In everyday life extra time is a good thing – it means more relaxing, more enjoying and more resting. Why then do we consider that extra time we have to spend on the airport during some flight delay or layover such a nuisance? Well, that might be because we are stuck in a giant concrete/metal box where (seemingly) we have nothing to do or see. Sitting on an uncomfortable chair and waiting for hours to see the blinking sign for your flight does not seem as a good way to solve this problem, but hey, make your next flight worry-free and discover whole world of fun things to do during the layover time, if you just start your creative engine. We will give you a few ideas, and you take it from there.
Get Moving
Sitting for too long is not only bad for your health, but it is also extremely boring, and unless you want to watch the same spot on the wall or your shoelaces, you should get moving. That can mean everything from a walk to a real deal workout session. Check if your airport has a fitness centre or if there is a local gym nearby, or simply go for a jog around the terminals (do not run too fast, though, you do not want to look suspicious to the airport security).
Do the Incredible Thing: Leave the Airport 
If you have a couple of hours, you should not be constrained to the airport waiting for your flight. Instead, take a cab to some local tourist attractions or get a coffee in some bar, or even better – fill up your belly with local dishes in some signature restaurant.
Catch Some Z’s
If you are feeling tired, some airports have sleeping sections or sleeping chairs, and you should get the most of those perks. If that is not the case, you can also lie down on several regular chairs – there is no shame about being too tired.
Doze Off in a Room
If you think that sleeping on the airport is disturbingly similar to sleeping in a park or on the street, and if you have enough time, you can rent a room in a hotel/hostel nearby and get the quality sleep you need in order to continue your trip with enough energy and enthusiasm.
Play a Fun Game
With today’s technology there is a game for anyone. Make the most of it and equip your phone with great apps. This is especially handy when you are traveling with kids. Just make sure you have some educational games for them, or you can find fun free kids online games and also some to treats yourself (quizzes, arcades, etc.).
Mingle with Strangers
This may sound quite strange, but the truth is that you are probably not the only one between flights, and it is never a bad chance to meet new people. Who knows, maybe some of your fellow travelers are extraordinary interesting people with many stories to tell? Or perhaps you even have some mutual friends – it is, after all, a small world.
Movies and Chill
Did you know that the latest big thing on airports are movie theatres? It is no wonder, since the demands for a better airport entertainment are sky high. If you find yourself in one of the first airports blessed with a world class motion picture entertainment, then there is no doubt in what you should do. Buy the ticket (or do not, because there are some free of charge theaters – e.g. in Singapore), get some popcorn and soda and watch the latest blockbuster.
Be Beautiful and Relaxed
Speaking of airport trends… Forget the old fashion pre-flight bars and cafes, and treat yourself with a full-blown spa before getting aboard. The world is going crazy about airport beauty treatments, massages and blowouts, and why would not you jumped into the bandwagon and get your brows done or even get a fish pedicure while waiting?
Sure, airport layovers are annoying, for kids and adults as well, but you do not have to go with the conventional ‘sit and wait’ solution (or problem). Just do your best to have fun, there are plenty of opportunities for that.
