Fiumicino Airport – Not Just a Transit Centre

Fiumicino is Italy’s largest airport and Europe’s sixth largest airport. In 2011, 37.7 million visitors passed through its terminals and the numbers continue to grow. With the current additional security measures enforced in airports these days it is likely the average traveller will spend quite a while waiting on their flights or various Fiumicino airport transfers. However, the time spent in the airport here is certainly not a waste due to the vast array of boutiques, restaurants and services available to you while you wait.

Something for everyone

It is almost worth arranging extra time to spend at Fiumicino! Airport transfers can whisk you off to your destination before you get a chance to really explore all the shopping opportunities. In typical Italian style, the quality of the clothing and accessories in the boutiques is top of the range. Both men and women could easily obtain a whole new wardrobe of the latest fashions within the airport itself. With over 44 clothing and accessory shops, the choices are endless. For the gentlemen

Men’s clothing boutiques offer anything from casual styles all the way to Italian designer suits in all the latest fashions. Designer labels such as Boggi Milano, Aeronautica Militare, Camicissima, Ralph Lauren, Burberry and Hugo Boss all have stores within the airport. The latest looks can be completed with shoes from equally fashionable name brands such as Nike or Geox.

For the ladies

Women also have a dazzling array of high quality and fashionable shops to choose from. The latest designer styles can be found in styles to suit all tastes and occasions. Beginning with luxury designer lingerie from Yamamay all the way to full business attire from Armani or Dolce & Gabanna, the options are endless. Unique clothing and accessories such as shoes, hats, scarves from lesser-known designers can also be found. Pinko, Kocca and Liujo all have locations within the airport and carry both casual and formal statement pieces.

Don’t forget the accessories

Clothing is just the beginning of the ultimate shopping experience travellers can have while waiting for their Fuimicino airport transfers or flights. Jewellery, fragrances, chocolates and numerous other luxuries are available and all make wonderful gifts. Fine foods, wines, pastries and even ice cream are for sale in this one-stop shopping haven.

Time to refuel

After exploring the huge array of shopping options, the restaurants are also worth visiting. While you'll be keen to get to your final destination, as you would expect in Italy, even the quality of food at the airport is exceptionally good. The options range from snack bars, cafes, bakeries and of course pizzerias, all the way to sit-down, full service restaurants. There are also many locations offering Italian street food and ice cream.

The wait for Fiumicino airport transfers and flights can actually become one of the highlights of your trip if you open your mind.

Lukas Johannes is a driver for Shuttle Direct. If you’re looking for Fiumicino airport transfers, Shuttle Direct provide pre-booked shuttles to major destinations all over Europe. Wherever you travel, Shuttle Direct can make sure that you don’t miss your car on your holiday abroad.

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