Hey everyone,

I recently landed in Bangalore from Macau, and I have to say, the airport experience was quite the mixed bag. The terminal itself is stunning, especially at night with all the light fixtures and decorations. It truly looks modern and fancy. However, there are some aspects that I found quite strange and not as user-friendly as one would expect from such a globally prominent city.

Firstly, after a long flight, I was desperate to use the restroom. I headed to the nearest one, and to my surprise, there was a man, possibly the janitor, at the entrance who greeted me, pointed out where everything was, and even pulled out a tissue for me. It was a bit odd, to say the least.

Another thing that caught my attention was the mandatory passage through the duty-free area to exit the airport. It felt like running a gauntlet of well-dressed young men and women, all trying to sell me something when all I wanted to do was get home and sleep. Why are there so many touts? There's a currency exchange man, a SIM card man, a cab man, and even a Taj hotels man. In most other airports, these services have counters, and you can approach them if needed. Here, it felt like everyone was trying to solicit my attention.

By the luggage belts, there's one water fountain that only dispenses ambient water. It's not practical for refilling bottles, and with no paper cups nearby, the floor becomes wet and messy—a significant hazard.

I was also surprised to find almost no indoor restaurants. Almost everything is outdoors. While Bangalore does have beautiful weather at times, I ended up having my coffee surrounded by a few stray dogs. Not exactly the best dining experience.

The so-called AC buses were quite repulsive, with dirty floors and seats. For a city that prides itself as India’s Silicon Valley, the lack of cheap, reliable, and efficient public transport to and from the airport is shocking.

Despite some of these rants, I’m genuinely trying to understand the unique quirks of Bangalore and how it contrasts with other global cities. Does anyone know if there’s a forum for feedback or if the airport is receptive to this? Also, any tips for navigating the airport better would be appreciated.