Speaking of being back, I'm back at the back end of the Auckland Domestic terminal for what seems like a weekly day work trip down South. It's not very scenic at this hour (almost 6am) this time of year, and the productive coughs of those around me just complete the package. Some bloke is definitely getting stuck in to producing a particular challenging nugget.
I've managed to get my airport security routine down to a fine art, just need to get myself some less than ankle high safety boots and I'll be sorted.
I have made it here with all keys, watche, devices, bag and wallet (just) still with me. As an added bonus I've finished my coffee without spreading it all over the floor. Bonus points.
Just thinking of the airports I've been in over the past five years (Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch, Nelson, Gisborne, Dunedin, Sydney, Los Angeles, Las Vegas, New York (JFK), Rio de Janeiro & João Pessoa), Auckland Domestic is by far the most unkempt, run down and soulless. Nothing on the plain walls other than dents and marks, dirty & impotent air con.
Just so crap. Where are the colourful walls that Wellington and Christchurch have. Even Nelson and Gisborne are miles better.As always, the flight crew for Jetstar and fantastic. Hands down the most consistently personable and friendly out of any I've experienced. And their pre-flight palarva is mercifully brief and to the point. As I shall be.