October 21st 2024.
At Dunedin Airport, there's a new rule in place that has some people feeling a bit upset. It's all about farewell hugs and the time limit that's been imposed on them. Signs have been put up in the drop-off zone, warning people that they have a maximum of three minutes for their goodbyes. If they want to have a longer and more heartfelt farewell, they're encouraged to use the car park instead.
Located on the beautiful east coast of New Zealand's South Island, Dunedin Airport has implemented this new rule in hopes of keeping the traffic moving smoothly and ensuring everyone's safety. According to the airport's chief executive, Dan De Bono, the usual warning messages in drop-off zones can be quite harsh, sometimes even threatening to clamp wheels or issue fines. With this new hug limit, they're trying to take a more lighthearted approach and remind people not to linger for too long.
Dan explained that they're just trying to have a bit of fun with it. After all, airports are known to be places filled with emotion, especially during farewells. And the staff at Dunedin Airport have certainly seen their fair share of intense goodbyes over the years. However, the airport has been facing issues with people staying parked in the drop-off zone for extended periods of time, causing congestion and leaving no space for others to drop off their loved ones.
The hug time limit has definitely caused quite a stir, with hundreds of people sharing their opinions on social media. Some have criticized the rule, calling it inhumane and arguing that humans should be allowed to express their emotions freely. Others have even joked that soon we'll need a QR code just to use the bathroom. But there are also those who have praised the airport's approach, stating that it's a great idea and that people should have plenty of time to say goodbye at home before arriving at the airport.
Dan made it clear that there won't be a special team in charge of enforcing the hug rule, but the airport staff may politely ask those who are taking too long to move into the car park. He also emphasized that they're not trying to tell people how long they should hug for, but rather to simply remind them to move on and allow others to have their turn. After all, as one commenter pointed out, it's just a plane flight, not a war.
While some have questioned who hugs for three minutes, others have taken a more humorous approach, suggesting that if a farewell requires more than three minutes, the couple should probably get a room. In the end, it seems that the majority of people are supportive of the airport's new rule, and that's all Dan and his team could hope for. So next time you're at Dunedin Airport, remember to keep those hugs under three minutes, or you might just be politely asked to move on.
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