The Early Bird

In general, the best part of catching a very late night flight (anywhere between 2.30am-4.00am) or an extremely early one (5.00am-7.00am) is the less congested roads on the way to the airport. The disadvantages of the above, is the sudden explosion in the number of passengers also travelling during those times, due to airports around the world having become larger in size which in turn increases their capacity to handle an impressive number of flights. Browsing around the duty free shops means finding it hard to maneuver through tight aisles (the newer the terminal, the narrower the aisles seem). Trying to get the attention of a sales lady is no easy matter either and that is certainly not due to the lack of staff around. Making it to the cashier is a true test of one’s patience. So ladies and gentlemen, do not think anymore that late night flights or early morning ones are the best. The truth of the matter is that the good hours to travel, just like the better days to take the plane are, I am afraid, a thing of the past. Those fabulous birds seem to be full (regardless of the price of petrol) at all times… and this to me means globalization!