Passing time at the airport is never fun because we think so. In reality, you can have lots of fun while waiting for your flight.
在机场候机从来不是件好玩的事情，我们都是这么认为的。而事实上，候机的过程你还可以有许多有趣的事情可以做。
I’m a frequent flyer and I often have to deal with flight layovers, especially now during the winter season. But it’s not the reason to feel stressed or bored.
我是“空中飞人”，经常要转机，尤其是在这样的冬季。但这都不能形成我们感到焦虑或是无聊的理由。
I met one of my best friends at the airport when my (and her) flight was canceled and then delayed for two days. I didn’t even notice that since I had a nice conversation with a friendly and interesting woman.
在机场我偶遇了最好的朋友，我俩的航班都要延迟两天。我没意识到居然还能和这位友善而有趣的朋友开启一段愉快的聊天。问题的关键在于当你感到愉快时，时间总是过得飞快。
The point is, time flies when you are having fun. So take a look at the list of 5 fun yet useful things to do at the airport and pick the most wonderful ones.
因此，看看以下列出的五件有趣又有用的方式助你打发无聊候机时间，赶紧挑选最好玩的方法吧！
1. Accomplish the most important tasks
1. 完成最重要的任务
Okay, you’ve just learnt that your flight is delayed, don’t panic! Make a list of the things you can accomplish while waiting for your flight. Take advantage of your laptop and the airport’s Wi-Fi service to check your emails, accomplish your project or start a new one.
好的，你已经了解到航班已延误的事实，不要慌乱！做一张候机时你能完成的事项吧。利用手提电脑和机场wifi服务检查邮件，完成你的计划或是重新一项新计划。
Maybe you should make some important calls or send texts. Accomplishing the most important tasks before you board your plane will help make your trip more enjoyable.
也许你应该打几个重要的电话或是发些信息。登机前完成最重要的任务将会使你的旅程更加愉快哦！
2. Train your brain
2.训练你的大脑
Let’s be honest, when was the last time you trained your brain? The brain needs regular training, but we usually don’t have time to play some brain training games. Think about traditional games like crossword puzzles and Sudoku.
诚实点吧！你最后一次训练大脑是什么时候？大脑需要经常性的训练，但是我们通常没有时间去玩训练大脑的游戏。想想传统的填字游戏和数独游戏吧！
What about quizzes? Or, why not ask other travelers to play card games? Do anything to focus your brain on something other than your cancelled or delayed flight. You can also start writing a blog, if you have a laptop or tablet, and if the airport has free Wi-Fi access.
智力测试怎么样？或者，为什么不喊其他旅行者一起玩纸牌游戏？让你的大脑注意力聚焦在除了航班取消或延误以外的一切事情上。如果有平板电脑或笔记本并且可以获得机场的免费wifi，你也可以写写博客!
3. Strike up a conversation
3. 开启一场对话
If you are a shy person, this may be the most difficult way to pass time at the airport, but it’s so rewarding. As I mentioned above I met a friend at the airport and I’m thankful for that delayed flight.
如果你是个害羞的人，那么在机场找人聊天消磨时间对你来说是很困难的事情，但是如果做了的话，还是会收获满满哦！正如我上面提到的，多亏那次的航班延误，我在机场遇到了老朋友。
You can also make lots of friends at the airport. Instead of looking at your clock every minute, strike up a conversation with someone who looks bored but friendly. Even if you won’t see them again, it’s still interesting to get to know someone.
其实你也能在机场结识很多新朋友啊。不要分分钟都去盯看手表，要去看起来无聊但很友善的人聊天。即使以后你不会再见到他们，认识一个人也是有趣的。
Chance are, they will tell you some interesting facts about their country and city, their culture and traditions, their family and job, or their travel experiences. Start with the classic weather topic or ask them about their flight. Enjoy a nice conversation and you won’t notice you are waiting for your flight.
他们会告诉你关于他们的国家和城市，传统和习俗，家庭和工作以及旅行趣闻。用常见的天气话题打开话匣子或是询问他们的航班。好好享受聊天过程，你将忘了自己正在等待航班。
4. Learn a new language
4. 学习一门新语言
When you travel frequently, you should always be ready to kill the time at the airport. One of the best ways to do it is to start learning a new language.
如果你经常到处飞，你应该做好在机场消磨时间的准备。其中最好的办法之一就是学习一门新语言。
Not only will you train your mind and spend your time productively, you will also boost your career. Reading a book is also a useful way to pass the time at the airport, but it’s a little bit boring activity that will quickly make you feel sleepy.
这不仅训练了你的头脑，还高效地利用了时间，也可以提升事业。读书也是消磨时间很好的方式，但是读书有一点无聊，还会让你迅速陷入昏昏欲睡的状态。
Learn a few words and phrases, listen to audio podcast or watch a movie in the foreign language, if possible.
如果可以的话，学习几个单词和短语，听几段播客或是看看外文电影吧。
5. People-watch
5. 看人来人往
If you are too shy to strike up a conversation or you just don’t want to talk to anyone, try people-watching.
如果你太害羞而不想找人搭讪或是你不想和任何人讲话的话，那么就看人吧！
The airport is a good place to see different people from different countries, and to watch what they are wearing, how they speak, and what they do to kill the time before their flights. I love to choose people and create some stories about their lives, where they are traveling to and why.
机场是看人的好地方，这些都是来自不同国家的形形色色的人，观察他们的穿着，言谈举止，想象他们生活中的故事，他们要去哪里，为什么要去那个地方。
It’s incredibly interesting and fun to observe a family with children. People-watching is one of the easiest ways to distract yourself, fight stress and boost your creativity.
观察带孩子的一家人无疑是非常有趣的。看人是转移注意力，抗击压力和提高创造力最有效的方式。
Although flying is a great experience, there’s something most of us hate about it – flight layovers. If you have to spend a lot of time at the airport, instead of sitting for hours doing nothing, try out one of these ideas.
虽然乘机是非常棒的体验，但是也有一些事情让我们感到讨厌—比如转机。如果你不得不花大量时间在机场，不要无所事事坐那里几小时，试试上面的方法吧。
It will help brighten your day and boost your mood. Avoid sleeping and drinking too much alcohol. What are your favorite ways to pass time at the airport? Do you have any other ideas?
这会照亮你的一天。不要睡觉或是喝太多酒。你有什么好方法消磨候机时光？你还有其他的想法吗？
