At airports, nearly everyone is under pressure. Passengers try to make connections and get through TSA checks while worrying about delays, new baggage fees, or whether their carry-on will survive the boarding process.
According to Opodo's latest survey of 9,000 travelers, airports produce recognizable behaviors from mildly amusing to deeply irritating. Most of these habits are harmless on their own, but in a crowded airport, they add up quickly.
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