Bournemouth Airport
About Bournemouth Airport
Bournemouth voted Best Regional Airport
Bournemouth International Airport (BIA) was voted best
Regional Airport in 1999 by Estates Gazette, the UK's leading publication
for commercial, industrial and residential property markets.
Its 1999 Airport Test canvassed property professionals about their experience
of nine UK airports and respondents were asked to rate each airport
on a scale of 1 to 10. According to Estates Gazette, "BIA pipped
longer-established airports such as Southampton and London City".
Estates Gazette's sample showed that Bournemouth scored
top marks from motorists on the issue of access and its refreshment
facilities were rated a "gastronomic hit". Ease of check-in
procedures also placed it high on the list.
As Estates Gazette explained; "As the skies around the UK's
top airports get busier, air travellers are increasingly frustrated
by slow movement on the ground. Traffic congestion on the way to and
from the airport, exhorbitant parking charges, and endless trekking
through miles of corridors to the gate are just some of the problems
facing business travellers today. The solution for many fliers may lie
close to home. Across the UK, business people are realising the viability
of an under-utilised facility; their local airport."
Bournemouth Airport - Facilities
Where larger airports can be all hussle and bustle, Bournemouth
International offers a more relaxed start to your journey; less crowds,
less queuing, less hassle, but all the facilities you would expect to
find at a modern international airport.
Check-in desks
These are located just inside the main entrance, saving you the long
walk you might face at other airports. If you are disabled or have mobility
difficulties please ask for assistance when you arrive in the check-in
area. Wheelchairs are freely available.
Information Desk
The airport information desk is open from 6.30am to 9.30pm and the staff
there will be happy to deal with any enquiries you might have whilst
at the airport.
Bureau de Change
The Bureau de Change is open for all flights departing and arriving
at the airport. Eurochange also offer International Moneygram and cash
withdrawal facilities. There is a cash dispenser operated by Royal Bank
of Scotland which accepts all major bank and credit cards.
The Travel Centre
The Travel Centre is an ABTA bonded travel agency offering a complete
holiday booking service. Keep an eye on their special offers board for
some great last minute bargains.
Local tour operator Palmair has an information point in
the terminal check-in area along with Airtours and Thomson. In addition
representatives of all the major travel companies operating from Bournemouth
are in attendance at the appropriate times.
Dining
Clouds Café is popular with travellers and staff alike.
Destinations Bar is our newly refurbished "airside"
bar and coffee lounge where you can relax before boarding your flight.
Shopping
Zone is the airport's "landside" retail outlet. From perfumes
to cameras, swimsuits to toys, Zone is well worth a visit. Zone also
features a huge range of aviation enthusiasts' models, videos and pictures.
W.H.Smith is a high street name needing no introduction
to most travellers. In addition to the normal range of books, magazines
and stationery W.H.Smith also stock vital last-minute travel items.
Export & Duty Paid Shopping
Despite the recent ending of "Duty-Free" shopping there are
still great opportunities to save when you fly from Bournemouth International
Airport.
CyberZone
CyberZone is the airport's brand new Internet and Electronic Games Cafe.
Test your skill against some of the latest arcade games or while away
the time "surfing the Web". Hotmail users can even send and
collect Email before boarding their flight.
Children's Play Area
The children's play area sponsored by Airtours is popular with little
ones up to five or six years of age. There are two coin operated rides
in the terminal for younger children.
Rest rooms/Toilet Facilities
There are spacious and modern rest rooms in the airport terminal, including
baby change facilities and toilets for disabled travellers.
Priority Pass Scheme
Bournemouth International Airport is pleased to participate in the Priority
Pass scheme. As a Priority Passholder you have access to the airport's
VIP lounge.
Christchurch,
Dorset
BH23 6SE
http://www.bournemouthairport.com
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