The new and incredible attractions of the best airport in the world

If Singapore's Changi International Airport were a movie, it would undoubtedly be Ben-Hur, Titanic, or The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, as these are the films that have won the most Oscars in the history of cinema. Changi is a bit like that, as it scoops all the awards possible when it comes to airports: from being named the best in the world to being the cleanest. In total, it has won 280 awards between 1997 and 2007.

Landing at Changi Airport is a unique experience that this year is enhanced by the opening of Terminal 2, which has completed its renovation after more than three and a half years of construction. And, be careful, because it offers visual attractions that make you want to stay there as if you were Tom Hanks in the movie The Terminal.

With the expansion of T2, Changi Airport can now accommodate up to 5 million more passengers per year, which places it at the top of the chart with a total of 90 million passengers.

The design of T2 is inspired by nature, featuring ceiling designs and wall finishes that mimic natural landforms, along with horticultural displays that perfectly incorporate natural elements throughout the terminal.

This immersive garden is an ode to the senses, but like any other airport, shopping is also part of its DNA. At Changi, the shopping area is known as Dreamscape, where travelers can buy local souvenirs, pick up their favorite beauty products, or indulge in international boutiques selling a multitude of luxury items.

In T2, passengers will be amazed by the old panel that announced different departures, now transformed into a work that simulates two wings, providing a perfect photo opportunity. A visit to the restrooms is also a must, as they look like they were taken straight out of a decor magazine. The same goes for the children's area known as Bears Hideout, where little ones can play inside a beehive or jump on a honeycomb. Yes, nature and animals are the leitmotif of this dreamlike place.

Another crucial aspect of any airport is its dining options, and T2 at Changi boasts a dizzying variety of liquors in the two-story Lotte Duty Free store, as well as a melting pot of cuisines from around the world.

Travelers looking to grab a drink will need to redeem their ticket and ask Toni (the bartender robot) to prepare their favorite beverage while enjoying the spectacle: a huge LED ring forms a halo above the bar and displays relaxing scenes of the moon reflected on a lake. This scene pays homage to the famous poem by Li Bai, 'Drinking Alone Under the Moon'.

When it's time to grab a bite, travelers will face a difficult choice, as T2 is a microcosm of cuisine where they can taste dishes from all over the world, although Asian flavors and fusion cuisine dominate the Gourmet Garden in transit.

Ultimately, airports are transit places where one can only stay for a few hours, but travelers passing through T2 at the best airport in the world will surely appreciate (for once in their lives) that their flight is delayed.