Love/Hate That!

by | May 9, 2014 | Air travel | 0 comments

Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport was voted #1 in the “favorite airports” category in Expedia.com’s 2014 survey of more than 6,000 frequent travelers. The thing is, ATL was also voted #1 in the “least favorite airports” category.

Who knows what was really behind this result, but it reminded of something I feel often when it comes to travel: a distinct sentiment called love/hate. I love to meet new people, but hate to be away from my family. I love the stimulation of travel, but hate the fatigue. I love to get away from the office, but hate having to manage from afar.

What do you love/hate about travel?

Written by Nancy Branka

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