What is the biggest frustration when it comes to traveling? “Everything was wonderful, except the delays, extra airline fees, and the airport!”
There are things you can do to increase you rate for success. Know which amenities are available at the airports you will be arriving and departing from. Pack a nutritious snack in your carryon.
Wear comfortable clothes and shoes. And bring something for entertainment; a deck of cards, iPod, laptop, or a good book. If you can, avoid troublesome airports. This list of World’s Worst Airports is based on the lack of service, safety, comfort, and/or cleanliness.
I am fluent in French but still it is hard for me to find accurate information from the employees.” – Kimchietrip, sleepinginairports.com
“[Paris CDG has] the charm of a WW II concrete bunker and the rudest personnel in the world…” – IrmainNewberin, sleepinginairports.com
CDG has done much to improve their reputation (having been voted World’s Worst Airport several times). A few major problems still exist. There are many permanent residents at CDG. The homeless are mostly harmless, but an occasional drunken reveler is enough to upset travelers.
It has been reported that terminal one is now closed to the public at night. Admittance is only allowed with a flight ticket and valid ID. Terminals 2b and 3 are shockingly rough. Not what you expect from a world class city. Explore the terminals before setting up camp if you must sleep here. Sleep near travelers, not homeless.
There are no services, the terminal is a tent, and seating is limited.
Even after some updates and remodeling, nonsmokers report they just can’t handle the smoke.
California’s popular airport is busy and crowded with limited seating.
“I have seen grown men in my company sit down and cry a little, when they were told they had to fly through LAX. I am still wondering after 18 years, why nothing changes for the better ever in LAX.” – IrmainNewberin sleepinginairports.com.
“It’s a shame that many visitors from the pacific flying into LAX get their first impression of America and Americans at this dump.” – DonP
There is no seating and getting through customs is a difficult ordeal.
Be prepared to ignore beggars or people asking for bribes. On the upside the newer terminal (3) is clean, spacious, and has internet.
The noise is punctuated with annoying announcements. The limited seating is uncomfortable.
Seating is limited. The layout is confusing and amenities close at night. On the plus, there is WiFi.
We can survive anything with an internet connection!
Of the 1,000 International Airline Passengers Association members surveyed, 32% said this was by far the best airport for delayed passengers. The multiple options for entertainment, beautiful décor, and abundance of greenery make it easy to pass the time here.
SIN 750,000 square feet of space for shopping and eating. Extensive upgrades and brands like Prada, Gucci, Bulgari, and Hermes make this the place to shop. Two different lounges with 24-hour napping areas, showers and spa facilities, hotel and pool amenities are just the start of the amenities list.
Have you ever been to an airport with a Nature Trail? There are six open-air gardens, children’s play areas, and TV viewing lounges.
Since opening in 1981 SIN has been the benchmark for service excellence. Changi Airport has won over 340 awards from 1987 to 2009, including 27 ‘Best’ awards in 2009. Changi continues to update, expand, and provide a high level of customer service.
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We had a layover at CDG when I was 19 and first traveling in Europe. All I remember is the entire place smelled like a giant unwashed armpit. The ENTIRE airport.
Manchester airport in New Hampshire is pretty good because there isnt that many people so you move through security fast and plenty of seating.
THE WORST AIRPORT in the entire milkyway galaxy is in Beijing International Airport. You know why? how can you consider it an international airport if their staff can't even speak in English? Their flights is 2 days delayed. Yes they have a good facilities but they don't know how to entertain their customers properly. For me and my girlfriend this airport is a curse. If i will have a chance to erase one place here in earth i will definitely ERASE this AIRPORT.
Airports I don't like are Taiwan Taoyuan Internation, and Japan Tokyo Narita.
In Taipei, going through customs/immigration was very unpleasant with the unbearable attitude I received.
Changi airport is the world's best airport alongside HK and Incheon airports. i went to 3 ariports that were the best soooo far.