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(#13) Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport
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What Happens There: In the quiet areas, passengers can rest, get some much-needed shut-eye, and recharge their batteries - both personal and technological.
How You Get There: The designated quiet areas in the Minneapolis-area airport are in Terminal 1, the busier of the two terminals. To reach one of these areas, go up to the observation deck between Concourses D and E, behind the escalators and baggage claim. Once there, enjoy spacious benches and plenty of power outlets.
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(#10) Los Angeles International Airport
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What Happens There: While waiting for a flight, travelers can kick back and check out the view from the top of LAX. This can be done from the top of the Theme Building's observation tower or with one of the telescopes provided by the airport - both options are free.
How You Get There: Anyone familiar with LAX will recognize the giant dome structure in the middle of the parking section, but few people realize that it's open to the public during the second weekend of each month. Just park in one of the airport's many garages and walk up to the Theme Building.
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(#5) Burlington International Airport
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What Happens There: If you want to relax and contemplate your travels while passing through Vermont, head to the roof of Burlington Airport's parking garage for a special surprise. The roof features walkways winding through lush areas of flowers situated near a solar panel array.
How You Get There: The rooftop garden is truly an airport secret. There are no signs telling passengers how to get there, so some investigation is required. Once you're in the parking garage, keep walking towards the top until you come to a "heavy, unmarked door." Push through to find a garden you'll likely have all to yourself.
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(#6) Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
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What Happens There: Whether you're religious, spiritual, or just want to take a break from the rest of the world, Schiphol Airport's Meditation Centre boasts three rooms offering very different experiences. The Quiet Room is a space for prayer or meditation, the Reading Room is designed for reading spiritual literature, and the Meeting Room is a place where travelers can gather.
How You Get There: Head up to the second floor and look for a sign featuring a kneeling figure. Inside the center, you can take time for yourself or speak to one of the full-time religious leaders on staff.
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(#4) O'Hare International Airport
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What Happens There: Like many hidden airport spaces, this yoga studio is meant to help passengers and employees alleviate the stress of air travel. The space is open daily, and anyone can stop by to stretch out or work their core while they wait for their flight.
How You Get There: Go to the mezzanine level of Terminal 3 to find this 15-by-16-foot bamboo-floored space. Frosted glass provides guests with privacy while they center themselves. The space is painted in soothing tones to calm travelers' nerves after bouts of turbulence.
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(#12) Incheon International Airport
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What Happens There: There's no reason to be bored in South Korea's Incheon International Airport, but travelers looking to take in some culture during a layover will love the Korea Culture Experience Center. Inside, travelers learn to make Korean crafts like fans and pencil cases at no cost. It's a great way to pass the time for both kids and adults.
How You Get There: The two experience zones are near the gates directly across from the live music stages at either end of the terminal. The rooms are decked out with various craft items, so just pop in and start crafting.
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In the past, waiting for a flight was a long waiting time for many passengers, it seemed that the only way to pass the boring time was to rely on a novel or shopping in duty-free shops. However, with the development of technology, airports in various countries have begun to provide passengers with more high-tech and fun facilities and considerate services, such as archeology to butterfly viewing, or viewing Rembrandt’s famous paintings. These cool amenities not only bring unexpected convenience and fun to passengers but also greatly enhance the competitiveness of the country where the airports located.
From Munich Airport, which offers beer and live music, to Las Vegas McCarran International Airport, which has 1,000 slot machines, this random tool introduces 13 airports in the world where travelers would rather stay after missing a flight.
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