There’s something so calming about an airport where the loudspeakers are off and the only sounds are engines, footsteps, and the quiet din of voices. I wish more airports would adopt “quiet” polices.
To me, a quiet airport is the mark of civilized travel. No droning canned music. No constant gate announcements screaming above the hum. When the PA system falls silent and people actually speak in hushed tones, I breathe easier, even in terminals bustling with people.
San Francisco (SFO) is a perfect example of an airport that gets it right. One reason it is one of my favorite airports is because it is quiet…airport-wide announcements are forbidden.
A great solo travel tip spotted this week on Live and Let's Fly.
