The SleepingInAirports community has voted Taoyuan
International Airport as the sixth best airport in Asia. A traveler of the
world said,” It was so modern, so spacious with beautiful architecture and mood
lighting. When I approached the staff for directions, they were so friendly and
helpful.” I never know this because I live in Taoyuan and do not need to sleep
in the airport. The couchsurfers who stay with us do also not need to sleep in
the airport because they have a big bed to sleep in my home. So I want to
introduce more about the first destination which every foreigner visit Taiwan.
Initially known as the Chiang Kai-shek
International Airport (CKS International Airport) when it opened for commercial
operations in 1979, the main airport serving Taiwan and the city of Taipei is
now famous for the Taoyuan International Airport (IATA: TPE, ICAO: RCTP). It is
located directly west of the capital of Taiwan, about 40 minutes by car.
The airport operates two main terminals,
which totally host more than 27 million passengers every year. It now stands as
one of Asia's primary air hubs, providing for flights to many different parts
of the world. The main airlines serving Taoyuan Airport are China Airlines and
EVA Airlines - two of Asia's most appreciated airlines.
The following points draw round the various
passenger pleasures that exist within the terminals, that is the main passenger
terminals, of Taoyuan Airport.
Airport Hotels: Novotel Taipei Taoyuan International Airport and Evergreen Transit Hotel , one of which is part of a world well-known
hotel chain, place on the premises of the airport. They are both located just a
few minutes walk from the terminals. They are excellent options for those
passengers who don't like to wait overnight at airports.
Business Centre: the business centre at
Taoyuan Airport is designed to provide managerial services and facilities to
business travelers. However, passengers don't have to be business travelers to
experience the business centre. There are buffet and food options, internet
services, business facilities, television, shower rooms and conference rooms.
Beauty Salon: Taoyuan Airport offers an outstanding
hair and beauty salon for customers to enjoy. The service offers male and female
haircuts, and hand/nails protection. The service provides a great hiding spot
to flee the occasional disorder of the terminal.
Children's Playroom: take the tension out
of waiting at the airport, and send the children to the terminal playroom. This
will provide adults more time to take pleasure in the services of the airport,
while providing an enjoyable and fun atmosphere for the kids. Terminal 2 has
about three children's playrooms, while Terminal 1 contains just the one.
Internet: wireless internet is available
for all clients in the airport. However, another service that is conveniently
operating in the terminals is the computer zone services. This allows
passengers even without laptops to enjoy searching the internet or play games
while waiting.
Massage: several branches of Blind Friend
Massage services are situated within the airport. They are quite renowned in
the airport, as it gives visitors a chance to rest and revitalize for their
flight or upcoming holiday.
National Palace Museum: the National Palace
Museum is a series of stores and exhibitions located within the airport.
Patrons can explore the exhibitions, and even buy some of the art pieces on
display.
Restaurants: the range of menus and
restaurants at Taoyuan Airport is amazing. Visitors don't just have to eat
Chinese food when waiting at the terminals. There are quiet a number of Western
menus available too.
Burger King is commonly regarded as the most renowned
fast-food store in Taoyuan Airport.
Shopping: Taoyuan Airport and its shopping
are indissolubly linked. Many passengers that experience the terminals in
Taoyuan Airport rhapsodize over the shopping experience. There are duty free
shops in the international section of the terminal. Also, non-duty free shops
are found in most areas of Taoyuan Airport.
Transport: when it comes to modes of
transport, Taoyuan Airport has plenty to select from. Car rental in the
terminals is a fantastic service for those travelers who want to experience the
sites of Taiwan, rather than just Taipei. Nevertheless, buses, both public and
privately operated, leave from the airport and arrive into the facility on a
regular basis. Dozens of taxis are always found outside the terminal exits.
The Taoyuan Airport offers travelers a lot
of shopping/dining/service choices, while also providing a number of art
exhibitions and display windows on subjects related to Taiwan. Although I
rarely buy things in the airport, for foreigners to buy these things sometimes
also full of convenience. If you have time to learn more about the history of
aviation development in Taiwan, you can pay the Aviation Museum a visit. Or if
you have a day, even you can hang out with me.
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