Transform your time in the airport into an exciting start to your holiday with these top tips for enhancing your experience. You might be surprised by the amenities UK airports have on offer to make your time there enjoyable!
Access exclusive lounges
Waiting at the gate, especially if your flight is delayed, can be dull and frustrating, and worrying if you have a connection to catch to reach your final destination. However, if you’re holed up in one of the exclusive lounges, chances are you’ll be secretly hoping for further delays!
These lounges are designed to be a tranquil haven amid the chaos, and offer many premium amenities including complimentary cuisine, a fully stocked bar, reading rooms and TV lounges with a range of channels. Lounge passes at major UK airports like Heathrow and Manchester cost between £25 – £50 per person. Jetting off on your honeymoon soon? Consider requesting passes as presents so you can revel in romance from the start.
Utilise airport amenities
Several other amenities are available at UK airports, accessible to all. Seemingly simple things like the complimentary Wi-Fi can vastly improve your experience. Utilise the network to play free bingo on your phone (the perfect way to start you trip if you are heading to Vegas), finish some last-minute work on your laptop or speak with loved ones at home and overseas.
Staying overnight in an airport hotel is another practical benefit, helping you begin your holiday well-rested rather than exhausted. You’re just minutes on foot away from the main terminals, and you can arrange a wakeup call from reception for peace of mind that you’ll leave on time. Several of these hotels have spas with a sauna, steam room, hydrotherapy pool and 24-hour gym so you can start to unwind the moment you arrive.
Indulge in premium dining
You might want nothing more than a coffee or to stick with a tradition of a slap-up full English before boarding, but many UK airports offer the option of more premium dining if you’re looking for something special.
A prime example is Gordon Ramsay’s Plane Food at Heathrow Terminal 5 where classic favourites are given a gourmet upgrade and children receive free backpacks full of activities to help keep them entertained. The Bottega Bar at Stansted Airport is a glamorous spot for a pre-flight drink and mouthwatering authentic Italian dishes.
Browse luxury boutiques
Don’t fancy sitting still before your flight? Take advantage of the luxury boutiques at your fingertips and indulge in some shopping instead. You can enjoy significant savings on your favourite products at World Duty Free including designer perfumes, sunglasses and jewellery.
