07/01/22
It’s going to be busy, maybe too busy, at airports across the country this holiday weekend. But here are some tips and amenities airports are offering that may help. Let us know what we missed.
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04/18/22
On Monday a federal judge in Florida struck down the Biden administration’s mandate requiring masks to be worn in airports, on airplanes, trains, buses, and on other forms of public transportation. The ruling is being reviewed. But late Monday, the Transportation Security Administration issued a statement informing the public that: “Due to today’s court ruling, effective […]
04/13/22
If you’re planning to travel by plane, train, or public bus, don’t put away those face masks just yet. On Wednesday, the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) announced that it is extending the mask mandate that was set to expire on April 18 by 15 days, through at least May 3, 2022. The Transportation Security […]
04/01/22
We’re looking forward to some fun on April 1 as airports, airlines & others (maybe you?) celebrate April 1. We got a preview earlier this week from Sacramento International Airport (SMF), which alerted fans of the airport’s iconic giant red rabbit that a makeover might be in the cards. We love this 2022 wayfinding idea […]
03/14/22
The collectibles department at Stuck at The Airport was thrilled to receive a package this week from our friends at Airport Council International-North America. Inside was an almost complete set of the colorful collectible trading cards airports around the country have been issuing every few years since 2014. The number of participating airports has grown […]
02/02/22
Airports and airlines are celebrating Black History Month. Here’s a selected round-up of some stories, art, and exhibits to look for when you’re traveling around this month. If we missed yours, please let us know. Updates added: February 15, 2022 SFO Museum Honors Tuskegee Airmen with exhibit Through April 7, 2022, passengers visiting SFO’s Terminal […]
02/01/22
Here’s a sampling of Lunar New Year messages for the Year of the Tiger from airports around the world. If we missed yours, please send it along. (Up next: Airports mark Black History Month)
12/22/21
MKE’s Coat Check service, holiday decor, & Santa sightings Check your winter coat at MKE One of the smartest, best, and most reasonably-priced seasonal airport amenities has returned for a third winter to Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport (MKE): coat check service. Offered in partnership with Paradies Lagardère inside the pre-security SummerfestMarketplace, the service allows travelers […]
12/21/21
(This is a slightly different version of a story we prepared for NBC News) Over this holiday, the Transportation Security Administration is expecting to screen a near pre-pandemic number of passengers. Many travelers will be visiting an airport for the first time in almost two years but will be pleased to find a wide range […]