In the midst of delays, crowds and layovers, flyers can ward off boredom before take off with these fun airport finds. (Hey, you may even try to get there even earlier on your next flight.)
Orlando International
Did you miss the chance to go to NASA's launch pad while visiting Orlando?
The Kennedy Space Center Shop in the Main Terminal's East Hall has trinkets that are literally out of this world. Looking for some noteworthy collectibles? Check out the space shuttle replicas or a commemorative coin collection. If you are not really in the shopping mood grab some space ice cream and take a photo with the life-size astronaut at the door.
Austin-Bergstrom International
A requisite stand-by for barbeque-loving Austin residents, Salt Lick BBQ has made its way to the West Terminal of Austin-Bergstrom, giving visitors of the Texas capital
a tender taste of the Lone Star State as soon as they step off the plane.
Chicago's Midway International
Change up what you're listening to or consider buying a musical gift while in the Blues Capital of the World. Noted as the top independent music retailer in the country, George�s Music Room is located just beyond Chicago Midway's security checkpoint. The original store opened in 1968 in Chicago's fabled west side and has since been known to stock local and hard-to-find Blues records, as well as the latest hits.
Boston's Logan International
Leaving the east coast, but don't want to leave all that fresh seafood behind?
Then stop by Anthony's Pier 4 Lobsters in Terminal B. Lobsters can be packed live for 48-hour take out, giving a new meaning to the word "carry-on."
Los Angeles International
Straight from Europe to LAX, Brioche Doreé made Terminal 4 its first stop in the U.S.,
bringing French flair and European influenced meals to please the most persnickety of pallets.
With European-style sandwiches, rich espresso and freshly baked pastries, travelers may begin to
think they're at a Parisian sidewalk café instead of the airport.
Dallas-Ft. Worth International
The only airport winery in the country isn't in the famed Napa Valley. Instead, you can find it at Dallas-Ft. Worth International's Terminal A and D.
At La Bodega Winery you can take a break from the hustle and bustle of travelers among the grapevines while sipping a glass of fine wine.
Newark International
Designed to meet the mind-body needs of time-poor and world-weary travelers, d-parture spa in
Newark's Terminal C indulges in tranquility in an otherwise bustling airport.
Put your mind and body at ease before the long-haul with a foot rub or ten-minute massage.
Spruce up afterwards with a skin replenishing treatment or mini-makeover.
Ft. Lauderdale-Hollywood International
To make that sweet taste of Southern Florida last a little longer, stop by Tropical Treats in Terminals 2 or 3 to order some of the Sunshine State's celebrated citrus fruit. Straight from the grove to your doorstep, send a basket of oranges and grapefruit for a treat to yourself, or as a holiday gift.
