Airports

When stuck on a long line, a certain tribal instinct starts to kick in. People know where they are in the line, as well as exactly who’s in front of …

Two weeks ago, Boston became the first airport in the United States to let some travelers clear TSA security before they even arrived at the airport. The pilot program, which …

Most people assume that once they’re approved for TSA PreCheck or Global Entry, the hard part is over. After all, you’ve paid the fee, submitted your information, undergone a background …

Most travelers probably assume airports are privately owned. After all, they’re packed with airlines, restaurants, shops, parking garages, and enough economic activity to rival a small city. But in the …

Every traveler has seen someone try to bend the rules at the airport. Sometimes it’s a passenger who tries to sneak an oversized carry-on onboard. Sometimes it’s someone who suddenly …

Most boarding passes look like a jumble of letters, numbers, barcodes, and airport codes that nobody pays much attention to. And that’s exactly why problems happen. A tiny mistake on …

Most airport shops sell the same basic things: snacks, headphones, books, and last-minute souvenirs. This one was different—and that’s exactly why so many travelers are hoping it finds a way …

Most people have seen Home Alone. What most people probably haven’t seen is a version of it that supposedly happened at Newark Airport last month. Chances are you’ve seen the …

Most travelers already know some airports feel bigger than others. Some terminals seem to go on forever, while others can get you from the front door to your gate in …

There’s nothing quite like that moment. You make it through the scanner without a problem. Your coat is back on. Your pockets are empty. Then your carry-on comes through the …