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There's a New Terminal at Orange County Airport, Just in Time for the Holiday Rush

They won’t be as busy as LAX this holiday season thanks to the folks at John Wayne Airport in Orange County, who are opening up their newest terminal just in time for the rush. The hardhats and bulldozers are long gone and, after spending around $500 million on airport improvements, it’s time for Terminal C to open its doors to the traveling public.

Besides convenience—and new airport smell—the new terminal has a lot to offer those heading into town for Disneyland, the beaches, or a Real Housewives reunion. There’s plenty of new gates, five more security checkpoints, and live displays to help you find your flight and departure time. For those in need of a parking spot there’s also plenty of freshly paved options in Parking Structure C, including real-time updates on how many spots are left for you and your crew.

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The OC's John Wayne Airport Gets a Little Work Done

This summer seems to be the season for airport dining expansion and renovation. The latest airport getting in on all the food court make over action is John Wayne Airport in Orange County, California.

Things are already starting to open, as Vino Volo—they can be found in around ten other domestic airports—has already uncorked its first bottles to visitors and locals alike. The more local options are still on track for a debut either later this year or early next year. Javi’s—and offshoot of the Mexican restaurant in Newport Beach and Irvine—is en route to the airport, so expect plenty of pre-departure margaritas for thirsty travelers. Other options include Ruby's Diner, Ruby's Shake Shack, Zov's Bakery and Cafe, Jerry's Wood-Fired Dog, and Hobie Sand Bar. In total, restaurant space at the airport is going from around 15,000 square feet to around 27,000 square feet, so it’s definitely quite an upgrade.

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Three Airports That Will Give You a Tour, Without Having to Buy a Plane Ticket

We realize that going to the airport isn’t exactly as exciting as flying out of the airport—like when you’re the only one that can drop-off grandma on a Thursday afternoon. Sometimes it just isn’t in the cards, so why not just take an airport tour? Here’s three airports that offer up free field trips to everywhere but the sky:

· John Wayne Airport
The tour of Orange County’s airport might not be as exhilarating as the area’s other attractions—uh, Disneyland—but it’s still better than watching repeats of Real Housewives. The Thomas F. Riley Terminal is open to one and all, as volunteer tour guides are eager to take you for a spin around the airport.

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Five of the Best (and Newest) Airport Restaurants

We’re usually all over new routes, but before jetting across the globe you need something to eat. Lately new airport restaurants seem to be everywhere, so we thought we’d round up a few of the new and coming-soon sort for your culinary pleasure:

· Smashburger at EWR
One of the country’s best burger chains has yet to invade NYC, but it has debuted in one of the city’s airports. Newark Liberty International Airport just got its very own Smashburger, and after sampling their burger masterpieces in the Midwest, we have to say that this is definitely a good thing. It’s kind of like Five Guys—but with a little more fanciness—and should satisfy any greasy cravings you might have at the airport. Find the burgers, and their specialized New Jersey menu, within Terminal C3.

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Airport Construction Update: What's New In NorCal, SoCal and More

There’s many reasons to love airports. Sure we’re stuck in them more than we’d like, but they’re all unique and all offer an escape to somewhere else. That’s why we’re always on the look out for any airport activity or terminal trends. Here’s the scoop on three airport construction projects that you might run into sooner or later:

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