You arrive at the airport with bags in hand. The only thing you want for the next few hours is minimal stress, some good food, a sit-down, and a safe trip.
Going on holiday should never be the cause of stress on you, and part of the way of ensuring this minimal stress trip starts with the airport. Newark airport is on the boundary of Newark in Essex County and Elizabeth in Union County, New Jersey. It is a very popular airport with international flights going almost everywhere.
Convenience
Getting to Newark airport can be done by getting the Air Train, the NJ transit train, or the PATH train. As well as this array of public transport options, there is always the added option of driving yourself. If you do decide to take your car and drive yourself, it’s a good idea to check Newark airport parking to make sure you know where to go and where to park once you arrive there.
If you are flying into New York it’s common that you will have to stop at this airport first, so be aware of what this means for your plans. Newark opened in 1928 and is actually the metropolitan area’s first major airport. The airport has seen a range of upgrades and developments done as it has aged through the years.
Upgrades and changes
There are currently big changes afoot at Newark airport with a 2.7 billion dollar development scheme going on in order to remake their terminal A and turn it into ‘terminal one’. The plan is for this new terminal to be fully up and running by 2022. The hope with the terminal upgrade is that the airport will be able to house double the people and accommodate for more car parking spaces.
Terminal C’s 120-million-dollar renovation that took place back in 2017 brought in more dining options for its customers. The airport also features a number of lounges spread out across each of its terminals. Here customers can await their flights in style and enjoy complimentary drinks and food, as well as using the beds for some much-needed rest.
There’s always lots going on at this airport, and there’s even a secret dining experience that guests have to be invited to join, but you didn’t hear it from us!
One of the reasons this airport is so convenient is its proximity to hotels. Arrange an airport transfer for the full effect of leaving the airport and arriving at your hotel in style. Some of the most popular hotels nearby are:
- 1 hotel Brooklyn bridge
- The NoMad hotel
- The Mark
- Double Tree
- Airport Marriott
- The Newark Hilton hotel
Make Newark airport your next airport stop. Be sure to leave plenty of time as we all know how stressful rushing at the last minute can be. It’s suggested that you arrive with two hours to spare to make sure you have plenty of time to go through security and bag checks before boarding.