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The airport ’ s design features a blend of contemporary architecture and traditional Turkish elements — a functional and beautiful space . The spacious terminal building is filled with natural light , and the amenities are second to none , just as the Silk Road was
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a conduit for the exchange of wares , Istanbul Airport serves as a modern marketplace . From luxury lounges to an archeological museum , sensorial rooms , art exhibitions , pet relief areas , and high-end shopping , IST offers everything a traveler could need . |
14 A look from the back during the cruise phase of the flight .
15 16 As part of the Tomorrow on Board initiative , Turkish Airlines is commtted to sustainability . Two examples seen on the flight are the earphones packed in an eco-friendly pouch , and the wet towels served onboard , which are made with ecofriendly materials .
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ISTANBUL TO DUBAI
My connecting time was rather short and , to make things more challenging , the boarding gate for my flight to Dubai was at the opposite end of the airport , leaving little to no time to spare . I learned the hard way that Istanbul Airport not only involves the longest taxi run that I have ever experienced , but also the longest walk between connecting gates .
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