Airports around the country are extremely crowded this time of year. And, if you look, around, you’ll find that they’re also full of cheer and helpful services for last-minute shoppers.
San José Mineta International Airport (SJC) celebrated its 75th anniversary with a bounty of baby chicks in the terminal to commemorate the Airport’s inaugural commercial flight in February 1949, which arrived carrying two pilots, seven human passengers and 2,550 baby chickens.
Now – just in time for holiday gift shopping – the line of products SJC made to promote that anniversary are for sale in the airport’s four Hudson retail outlets.
Look for baby chick-themed luggage tags, socks, keychains and an “Ernie” plush toy.
And don’t forget that airport shops everywhere are great places to look for last-minute holiday gifts.
Free Gift Wrapping
If you’re traveling with holiday gifts, TSA may ask you to unwrap some of them if the screening machines can’t get a look inside.
That’s why TSA suggests you not wrap your gifts until you get through the security checkpoint or until you’re at your destination.
Look for the gift wrapping stations at many airports around the country. The service is usually free, with donations accepted for local charities.
Elf on an airport shelf. And by the geothermal pipes.
Several airports around the country are having fun times with their version of the elf on a shelf.
Lots of live music
It may be canned holiday music playing in the airport. But this time of year, it’s often live.
Relax with Airport Art Exhibits
If you’re at the airport early, don’t just sit at the gate. Airports have some great art and history exhibits.
