Recently, a unique notice appeared at Dunedin International Airport, New Zealand: "Maximum hug time is 3 minutes. For longer goodbyes, please go to the car park." This regulation, although intended to ensure order, quickly became the center of attention and caused a lot of controversy. Images of signs limiting hug time have become a hot topic on social networks, with a series of humorous comments and heated debates.
Dunedin Airport CEO Dan De Bono said the rule was prompted by frequent congestion caused by families lingering to say goodbye and express their feelings.
Images of signs reading "Maximum hug time 3 minutes" appearing at Dunedin airport have quickly spread on social media.
Dunedin Airport’s introduction of a hug time limit is not just a rule, but a smart solution to ensure safety and order in the pick-up and drop-off area. By limiting the length of stay, the airport allows all passengers to enjoy a comfortable and convenient space.
The airport claims there is no staff supervising the "goodbye hugs"
The airport also emphasized that not allowing passengers to linger in the departure and arrival halls for too long is a normal practice at airports around the world. The sign with these "subtle" reminders has become a viral saying, both humorous and conveying a message in a gentle and memorable way.
This airport reminder has become a hot topic on social media.
Mr. Dan De Bono also affirmed that the time regulations of many other airports are somewhat "quite harsh" when it includes "you will be fined, you will be locked" in the passenger drop-off areas. The CEO of Dunedin Airport affirmed that this is what he and his colleagues want to avoid.
The regulation limiting hugs at Dunedin Airport has become a hot topic on social media, attracting the attention and sharing of many users. While some people think that this is an inhumane regulation, infringing on the freedom of expression of feelings, many others agree and appreciate the airport's creativity in solving the problem.
The airport insists there are no staff monitoring the "goodbye hugs," but airport staff can politely ask people to move into the parking lot to continue the display of affection.
