October 10, 2016: Here’s an easy way to miss the confusion and frustration when being picked up by friends or family at most US airports — have your ride pick you up at departures drop off and not baggage claim. Arrivals areas at most US airports are usually a “war zone” of cars, confusion, traffic, pushy security folks telling you to move on and airport driving amateurs looking for space. The departures drop off area, especially in the evening hours, is not nearly as busy and more room to maneuver. Another pick up tactic — take a hotel shuttle bus to an off airport site for even easier pick up. May add a few minutes to your day but less hazardous to you and your driver!
