Tourists often make this mistake: an expert reveals how to avoid long lines
12:02 PM EDT, November 2, 2023
An American television presenter has disclosed a common mistake that tourists frequently make at airports immediately after deplaning. As it turns out, a simple solution can help avoid the hassle of long lines.
The experience of using an airplane's restroom often leaves much to be desired. The cabins are usually notably small, presenting a major predicament particularly for passengers with claustrophobia. Additionally, fears over sudden turbulence while they're in the restroom often discourage passengers, leading them to delay bathroom visits until landing whenever possible.
A Simple Trick to Dodge Long Lines
Upon arriving at an airport, many travelers instinctively head to the nearest restroom, often leading to large queues. Samantha Brown, the host of "Places to Love," lets us in on a secret that could save us from waiting in long restroom lines.
"As soon as I disembark I head to the second closest bathroom. I say second because everyone usually beelines for the first, and that means getting stuck in a line! More often than not the second or third closest bathrooms in the airport are next to empty and you can go right on in and do your business," the presenter divulges, as quoted by "The Sun".
"I always try to go to the bathroom in the airport now because you truly never know how things are going to go with customs, getting to your hotel, checking in, and finally lugging all your things to your room," the presenter additionally advises.
Airport hygiene matters
Contrary to the advices of the American presenter, many travelers stay clear from airport restrooms as much as possible. They deem them as the most unsanitary spots throughout the airport's premises.
However, studies conducted in 2015 and 2016 at a Finnish airport revealed a moment of truth that astonished many.
Findings suggested that the highest number of germs can be traced back to the plastic trays used during personal security checks. The study reveals security checks are compulsory for all passengers, with hundreds of travelers coming into contact with each plastic tray every day - as reported by "The Sun".
