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Airports Are Secretly Manipulating You
What are some of the tactics airports employ to keep passengers chill, shepherd us down the right paths, and entice us to drop some coin?

“Over the years, airports have evolved from bare-bones transportation hubs for select travellers to bustling retail centres for millions. They’re being designed to both complement and influence human behaviour. Everything from the architecture and lighting to the trinkets on sale in the gift shops is strategic.”
http://mentalfloss.com/article/64808/12-behind-scenes-secrets-airports
So, what are some of the tactics airports employ to keep passengers chill, shepherd us down the right paths, and entice us to drop some coin? Here’s the list:
- They make sure you can see the tarmac
- The signs send subliminal messages
- They lighten the mood
- They herd you with art
- They use carpeting
- The “golden hour” is key for profit
- They’re increasing dwell time
- Shops are strategically placed
- They go local
- Walkways curve to the left
- A single queue puts us at ease
- The security officers get conversational
Original post: http://mentalfloss.com/article/64808/12-behind-scenes-secrets-airports
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