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Recently, a unique sign appeared at Dunedin International Airport in New Zealand: "Maximum hug time is 3 minutes. For a longer farewell, please go to the parking lot." This rule, while intended to maintain order, quickly became the focus of attention and sparked much debate. Images of these hug-time limit signs became a hot topic on social media, with numerous humorous comments and lively discussions.
Dan De Bono, CEO of Dunedin Airport, said the regulation stemmed from the frequent congestion caused by family members lingering too long to say goodbye and express their feelings.
Images of signs reading "Maximum hugging time: 3 minutes" appearing at Dunedin Airport quickly went viral on social media.
The Dunedin Airport's policy of limiting the time spent hugging goodbye is not just a rule, but a clever solution to ensure safety and order in the arrival and departure areas. By limiting the duration of hugs, the airport allows all passengers to enjoy a comfortable and convenient experience.
The airport claims it has no staff supervising "farewell hugs."
The airport also emphasized that prohibiting passengers from lingering in the arrival and departure halls is common practice at airports worldwide. This sign with its "clever" reminder has become a viral catchphrase, both humorous and conveying the message in a gentle and memorable way.
This reminder from the airport has become a widely discussed topic on social media.
Dan De Bono also asserted that the time regulations at many other airports are "quite strict," including provisions like "you'll be fined, your wheels will be locked" in passenger drop-off areas. The CEO of Dunedin Airport affirmed that this is something he and his colleagues want to avoid.
The rule limiting the time spent hugging goodbye at Dunedin Airport has become a hot topic on social media, attracting widespread attention and sharing. While some consider it an inhumane rule that infringes on the right to express affection, many others agree and appreciate the airport's creative solution.
The airport claims there are no staff supervising "farewell hugs," but airport staff may politely ask these people to move to the parking lot to continue expressing their affection.
