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Planes, trains and automobiles: the travails of travel

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Airport Anecdotes: The Good, the Bad, and the Chaotic

This chapter explores the memorable yet frustrating experiences travelers face in various airports around the world, particularly highlighting those that have become infamous for their chaos. Through humorous anecdotes and serious discussions on corruption and safety, it contrasts the expectations of travelers in affluent regions with the harsh realities of airports in developing nations.

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