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Memphis Airport apologizes to artist

03/23/22

In mid-February, Memphis artist Tommy Kha shared an Instagram post celebrating the fact that one of his pieces was included among the artwork installed at Memphis International Airport as part of the newly reopened Concourse B. “Termin[inal]s of Endearment,” the Asian American artist and Elvis fan wrote, “still kinda stunned to be part of this →

Fresh art at LAX Airport

01/16/22

Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) has three new art exhibitions to look for next time you pass through. Presented in partnership with the Los Angeles Department of Cultural Affairs, the exhibits feature works by two solo artists and one group exhibition. The artwork includes large-scale printmaking, sculpture, ceramics, painting, and multi-media artworks across three terminals. →

4-hour layover at IAH airport? Lucky you!

01/11/22

Many people dread and try desperately to avoid long airport layovers. Not us. On our journey to the Galapagos, we swapped a stress-inducing 56-minute connection at Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) for a four-hour layover at Houston’s George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH). Just so we could get a tour of the art. Alton DuLaney, →

Something Fishy Spotted at Seattle-Tacoma Int’l Airport

11/18/21

Sometimes the coolest stuff is below you You know how during the airline safety instructions (you pay attention, right?) they say the nearest exit may be behind you? Well, sometimes at the airport the coolest art features may be below you. At Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) one of the artworks is a river of 300 →

“The Phoenix” at PHX Airport & What We Learned About Lost Amenities

11/15/21

Few airport rental car centers are places you want to hang out in for longer than you have to. But the rental car center at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport is an exception. The big, bright, open lobby has a cafe in the center with comfortable chairs and there’s artwork from the collection of the →

At the Airport: News from GSP, FLL & Alaska Airlines

11/04/21

GSP Airport Debuts a History Museum South Carolina’s Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport (GSP) celebrated its Dedication Day on November 4, 1962. Fifty-nine years later, the airport unveiled its History Museum, detailing decades of serving the community. The 350 square foot History Museum is near the Escape Lounge in GSP’s Grand Hall and is accessible to departing →

At the Airport: Name SEA’s Robot + Play at SJC + See Nature at IND

10/27/21

Help Name SEA’s Food Delivering Robot A few months back, Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) joined the list of airports offering mobile food ordering. The OrderSEA program works with the Grab and At Your Gate programs, offering pick-up and gate delivery options from more than 16 airport food outlets. As a bonus, some travelers who order gate delivery find the At →

Victorian Wallpaper at SFO

10/12/21

Is SFO an airport or a museum? Now that we’re back to traveling more, we’re delighted to have the opportunity to visit San Francisco International Airport (SFO), home to the SFO Museum, which is fully accredited by the American Alliance of Museums. SFO is both an airport AND a museum. So, we always make sure →

Travel Tidbits from an airport near you

10/10/21

Discounts at Boston Logan Airport in honor of the Boston Marathon – plus free socks To celebrate the return of athletes to Boston for the Boston Marathon, passengers who use the online ordering platform BOS2GO at Boston Logan Airport (BOS) for express pick-up or delivery direct to their gate will receive 26.2% off their order. →

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San Antonio Int’l Airport lights up

10/06/21

Yes, it looks pretty. But this month the lights at San Antonio International Airport (SAT) are supporting two important national campaigns: Breast Cancer Awareness and Domestic Violence Awareness. SAT is turning its lights pink to acknowledge Breast Cancer Awareness Month. The airport is partnering with local groups to promote the “Real Men Wear Pink campaign. →

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