Turn Downtime into Adventure
Airports don’t have to mean endless scrolling and overpriced snacks. Layover Tips shows you how to reclaim the stopover with smart hacks, quick escapes, wellness tricks, and productivity boosts—so every pause feels like part of the adventure, not a drag.
Welcome to the Stopover Sweet Spot
Hey traveler—just landed somewhere new? Let’s make it count.
Layover Tips was born in Terminal B, somewhere between a missed connection and a surprisingly great ramen bowl. What started as a scribbled list of “quick things to do near JFK” has evolved into your go-to guide for making the most of every pause in your journey.
We believe layovers are underrated windows of possibility—perfect for squeezing in a little joy, rest, or even productivity. Whether you’ve got 90 minutes or 9 hours, we’ve got the tips to help you stretch that time into something memorable.
Adventure in the In-Between
Whether you're craving a quick recharge, a bite of culture, or just a better bathroom, our traveler-tested guides help you make the most of every stopover—no stress, all savvy.
What Counts as a Good Layover Tip?
We’ve got a checklist for that. Every tip we share has to check at least three of these:
- Time-savvy: Can you actually do it during your stopover?
- Stress-reducing: Does it simplify your travel experience?
- Worth it: Whether it’s scenic, delicious, or restorative.
- Traveler-tested: Would we do it again? Heck yes.
If it doesn’t clear customs with us, it doesn’t get published.
Meet the Layover Crew
We’re a mix of globetrotters, digital nomads, airport lounge hoppers, and comfort-maximizing travelers who’ve learned that the journey matters just as much as the destination.
Together, we’ve been stuck, delayed, rerouted—and inspired. Now, we’re passing that insight on to you.
Tessa Blake
Travel Wellness Pro
My carry-on always has essential oils, fuzzy socks, and a sleep mask that means business. I help travelers find little pockets of peace—whether it’s the best nap pod in Frankfurt or a tension-melting neck stretch you can do in seat 27A. Long layover? Let’s make it feel like a mini spa day.
My carry-on always has essential oils, fuzzy socks, and a sleep mask that means business. I help travelers find little pockets of peace—whether it’s the best nap pod in Frankfurt or a tension-melting neck stretch you can do in seat 27A. Long layover? Let’s make it feel like a mini spa day.
Mateo Cruz
Adventure-While-You-Wait Guide
If there’s a side street with great tacos near an airport, I’ve probably been down it. I specialize in squeezing every drop of fun out of a few free hours—no matter the city, the timezone, or the terminal. Quick hike? Pop-up gallery? Mystery snacks from a local market? I’m your guy.
If there’s a side street with great tacos near an airport, I’ve probably been down it. I specialize in squeezing every drop of fun out of a few free hours—no matter the city, the timezone, or the terminal. Quick hike? Pop-up gallery? Mystery snacks from a local market? I’m your guy.
Riley Monroe
Travel Hacks Specialist
I once packed for a 5-day trip in a personal item, and I’ve never looked back. I write about smarter ways to travel—from breeze-through-security tips to genius layover survival gear. If it makes your journey smoother, faster, or just less annoying, I’ve probably tested it and raved about it to a stranger.
I once packed for a 5-day trip in a personal item, and I’ve never looked back. I write about smarter ways to travel—from breeze-through-security tips to genius layover survival gear. If it makes your journey smoother, faster, or just less annoying, I’ve probably tested it and raved about it to a stranger.
Eden Clarke
Frequent Flyer & Stopover Storyteller
I’ve journaled from window seats, made best friends in terminals, and discovered that some of life’s best moments happen between point A and B. I write across all things layover life—adventures, zen zones, power outlets, and everything in between. If you’ve ever had two hours and a wild idea, we’d get along great.
I’ve journaled from window seats, made best friends in terminals, and discovered that some of life’s best moments happen between point A and B. I write across all things layover life—adventures, zen zones, power outlets, and everything in between. If you’ve ever had two hours and a wild idea, we’d get along great.
Own Your Layover
When you know exactly where to go, what to skip, and how to time it, the hours between flights stop feeling like downtime—and start feeling like part of the adventure.
Got a Go-To Travel Hack or Airport Gem?
We’d love to hear it. Whether it’s the best nap pod in Doha or a three-hour mini-tour from Narita, your insider knowledge could be another traveler’s game-changer.
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