We’re ending the week with a round-up of airport news and activities
Ugly Sweaters in Las Vegas
In Las Vegas, Harry Reid International Airport (LAS) – the airport formerly known as McCarran International Airport – hosted its annual ugly sweater competition. And this week the airport also officially switched over to its new name, which honors retired Democratic U.S. Senate majority leader Harry Reid.
Spot an Elf, Win a Gift Card at PVD Airport
Rhode Island T.F. Green International Airport (PVD) is having some fun with the #RIAirportelf and offering airport visitors a chance to win gift cards.
Fresh Art at John Wayne Airport
The newest exhibit at John Wayne Airport (SNA) in Orange County, CA features photography by Wednesday Aja offering a unique view of the circus.
“Enchanted by the worlds of sequins and makeup, performers, and trapeze artists, Wednesday Ajaās work reveals the magic that transforms for a song ā or a circus season ā inviting the viewer to come along and get lost in the magic.”
The photographs on exhibit at John Wayne Airport are from Ajaās āTroupes and Tribesā ongoing series exploring themes of custom, costume, and community. Find them (pre-security) on the Departure (upper) Level near security screening areas in Terminals A, B, and C and on the Arrival (lower) Level adjacent to Baggage Carousels 1 and 4.
Another Milestone at LaGuardia
The West Concourse of Terminal B Ā at New York’s LaGuardia Airport has opened. This phase includes the opening of four new gates and triggers the closure of the final gates of the original Central Terminal Building.
In addition to a 350+ seat American Airlines Admiral Club (Phase 1 is open now; the club should be complete by Spring 2022), the West Concourse has a charming children’s play area modeled after New York City.
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