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Badly Placed Outlets

Airport Outlets

When traveling I like to bring my laptop to pass the time and stay connect via wifi / social networks. Not all airports seem to realize that the people who end up spending long periods of time waiting in their building need access to outlets for various electronic equipment. While I was waiting for a [...]

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Cruise Ship Tabs

Cruise ships are a wonderful experience, providing exceptional service to their guests. An open tab enables guests to buy or purchase things without feeling the guilt of overspending. Poolside snacks, open bars, special pampering, and entertainment – it all feels free when you’re not handing the cash over every time. To most people, this sounds [...]

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Aisle Seats

Flying on commercial airplanes has impacted me because I often will get a seat near the aisle. This seat is located directly below the overhead compartment openings and since I rarely have a large carry-on item, there are always other bags placed right above my head. I have almost had a heavy bag dropped on [...]

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Overweight Traveling

Because of their size, many overweight people are disadvantaged by the design of seating in public places. Unable to fit comfortably in theaters, buses, or airplanes, everyday occurrences can become problematic. The situation not only affects them, but also those around them. Sitting outside of the seat can create contact and discomfort between passengers, as [...]

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Full Body Scanners

Full Body Scanners

A new trend in airport design are full body scanners. These full body scanners not only invade your privacy by taking naked pictures of you but have health concerns due to the radiation and no full testing being completed on them thus far. Anyone can opt out of them but it is particularly specified that [...]

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