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WHEN TRAVELING to a distant destination, air travel is the way to go. But sometimes when you travel by plane, you have to deal with unexpected flight delays. Waiting for a delay can certainly be restless and boring, but if you are at the following airports that have their own beauty, the boredom of waiting will disappear.
Some of these airports not only offer stunning design and architecture, but also interesting shopping experiences and views. Create a unique experience while in transit or waiting for a delayed flight. Check out 5 airports that offer unique experiences and visual beauty.
1.Doha Hamad International Airport (Qatar)
To explore the uniqueness of Doha Hamad International Airport, you may need to make several trips to this magnificent airport as it covers an area of 594,579 square meters. This area only includes the passenger terminal area.
Designed by the US-based HOK Architecture firm, the airport has a charming architecture with a wave-shaped roof and an oasis-themed interior design that enhances the splendor. While waiting for a flight at this airport, you will be spoiled with a variety of shopping options, famous designer boutiques and quality restaurants. The atmosphere is quite calm and perfect for those of you who feel hectic with all your travel affairs.
2. Changi Airport (Singapore)
Walking into an airport full of concrete walls and views of planes with minimal fresh air can be exhausting. But not with Changi Airport, which is famous for creating an outdoor atmosphere inside the airport.
When you are at this airport, you can explore the vast and beautiful green areas and indoor gardens. Not only that, there is also the Jewel Changi Airport which has the world’s tallest indoor fountain designed by the United States-based architectural firm, Safdie Architects.
3. Zurich Airport (Switzerland)
Known as the largest airport in Switzerland, as many as 30 million passengers travel through this airport every year. Designed by the United States-based architectural firm, Grimshaw Architects, Zurich Airport is designed with a clean, easy for passengers to walk to their destinations, and also environmentally friendly to maintain the Swiss culture.
Various leisure facilities, such as luxurious shopping, charming lounges and beautiful views of the runway, become its own personality. But the main actor is when you set foot outside the airport and are directly connected to the Swiss Railway Center, ready to take you to the beauty of Switzerland.
4. Domestic Terminal of I Gusti Ngurah Rai Airport (Indonesia)
Indonesian airports also have their own beauty from the domestic terminal of I Gusti Ngurah Rai Airport. Now you can feel the comfort and unique experience in the Domestic Terminal, which has been renovated by the Indonesian architectural firm, Biroe Architecture. The new, more modern and aesthetic design provides a fresh feel for passengers.
In addition, the Pedestrian Bridge (JPO) facility is now available to facilitate access between the departure and arrival areas, making your journey more convenient.
5. Paris Charles de Gaulle (France)
Charles de Gaulle Airport, designed by renowned airport architect Paul Andreu, is the main gateway to Paris, a city full of charm and beauty. Whether you are planning a short vacation in the French capital or simply traveling between more than 300 destinations worldwide, you can experience the Parisian atmosphere without leaving the terminal. [sources/photo special]
