Those partial to an airport crush are probably familiar with the immediate butterflies that accompany the sensation of finding the person you’re going to crush on. Maybe they wander past you, and you notice they’re cute. Or they sit opposite you somehow able to make sitting in-between a drooling person and a screaming toddler look cool. or they strike up a conversation at the bar or in the queue for coffee.
The question is of course: how do you become their airport crush (or become anyone’s airport crush in the first place)?
Maybe you’ll get lucky and live your rom-com dreams and whoever you're head over heels for will sit next to you on the plane. Then of course they’ll strike up the most interesting conversation you’ve ever had the pleasure of being a part of. Sparks will fly. Unfortunately, real life probably isn’t going to be that kind to you.
So, we have to make ourselves into the mysterious, easy-to-crush-upon person that everyone is obviously going to fall in love with.
The first step: wear something cute. Now I’m not saying dress to the nines, honestly in an airport wearing jeans is too much for me. But get yourself a cute pair of leggings or sweats. Or if you’re travelling with one under-the-seat bag (which as a student I’m sure you are) wear one of your cute, comfy holiday fits. Just make sure you feel confident, and the love interests will come flocking.
The second: put yourself somewhere noticeable. No hiding in the corner of the Starbucks! Throw yourself into the mele, it’s more likely someone will see you there after all.
Third: talk to people. While this may seem horrifying, socialising with people is bound to get you noticed and maybe crushed upon. You never know, you might make a new friend if nothing else.
Airport crushes are, let’s be honest, temporary. So have a little fun with them, and don’t be afraid to flirt. Or simply think they’re cute and move on. You are off on your travels after all there are holiday crushes to get to. Either way, it must be said having an airport crush can certainly make the time you spend sitting waiting for your plane more exciting.