When Flights are Cancelled, Massages, Spray Tans, Showers & More Keep Travelers Happy
BOSTON, Nov. 17 /PRNewswire/ -- SeatGuru®, the web's most comprehensive resource for airline information, today released its pick of the top five domestic airports to be stuck at, should travelers experience flight delays in their upcoming holiday travel season. SeatGuru founder Matt Daimler says, "We've picked these airports because of their amenities and attractions designed to help travelers relax and be entertained and pampered during any unfortunate, extended layovers."
Top Five Airports:
-- San Francisco International Airport (SFO). SFO's highlights include the
famous Boudin's Bakery (and their sourdough bread), upscale shopping at
Burberry, Coach and Gucci, XpressSpa services including massages and
facials, museum exhibits throughout, shower facilities and a play area
for children.
-- Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC). Among other offerings, SLC
offers free Wi-Fi throughout the airport, views of the Wasatch
Mountains, numerous restaurants and has won awards in pollution
prevention, recycling and as the best on-time airport for departures in
the past.
-- Portland International Airport (PDX). Named Nation's Best Airport by
Conde Nast Traveler three years in a row, PDX is eco-friendly (new solar
panels produce electricity and the Best of Nike store is powered by 75%
solar energy), has free Wi-Fi, no sales tax and local restaurants have a
strong presence with eateries such as Pizza Schmizza, Rose City Cafe and
Laurelwood Brewing Company calling it home.
-- McCarran International Airport (LAS). In addition to countless slot
machines, LAS also boasts an aviation museum, massage locations, free
Wi-Fi, the Jose Cuervo Tequileria, storage lockers to stash belongings,
an oxygen bar, hotel souvenir shops, room check in for the MGM Grand and
for long delays, it's just 5 miles from the strip.
-- Miami International Airport (MIA). At MIA, travelers can get manicures,
pedicures, massages and even spray tanning at the JetSetter Spa, view
ongoing art exhibitions, enjoy a hair cut at the salon, rent a mobile
phone, and for members of the U.S. military, there's an Armed Services
center for personnel that serves food and refreshments. There are also
30 dining choices including cuisine from Cuba, the Caribbean, Japan and
more.
All of these airports offer InMotion Entertainment for rentals of DVDs, DVD players, CDs, electronic games and accessories.
For more information, read the SeatGuru Airport Guide.
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For further information: Toby Streett of SeatGuru.com, +1-617-886-5545, toby.streett@smartertravelmedia.com
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