From musical entertainment to Santa to gift-wrapping services, CVG is aiming to make your holiday travel experience as easy and enjoyable as possible.
And they have some tips for you so you can make it more pleasant as well.
Meet Santa for a keepsake picture outside of ticketing in the main terminal on December 21, 22, and 23 from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. each day.
Candace McGraw, CEO of Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport, says the special value-added special services are in anticipation of healthy growth in holiday travel.
“We are anticipating strong Christmas holiday passenger volume with an increase of 6 to 8 percent compared to last year,” she says. “Hot spots at CVG this year include Florida where capacity is up over 20 percent, Las Vegas which is up over 60 percent, and Texas and New York where capacity is up 7 to 9 percent.”
“Customer service is a top priority for CVG,” says board chair Wm. T. (Bill) Robinson III. “This year, CVG has enhanced timing awareness by displaying current TSA wait times at CVGAirport.com and on a display monitor at the security entrance. We’re proud to be the first airport in the U.S. to use this technology.”
Given recent heightened security and longer processing requirements, customers are encouraged to plan ahead as well as consider enrollment in TSA PreCheck for eligibility in the expedited screening lanes. Find more information about Pre-Check online via tsa.gov/tsa-precheck. Passengers can utilize CVG’s Pre-Check Enrollment Center located on the baggage claim level which is open from Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. and 1 – 5 p.m.
Complimentary gift wrapping will be available by volunteers from Honor Flight Tri-State in Concourse A and USO volunteers in Concourse B on December 21, 22, and 23 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Donations will be accepted.
In addition, CVG will have carolers coordinated through a partnership with ArtsWave performing on December 17 from 3 p.m. to 4p.m. There will be two singing quartets from the University of Cincinnati, College Conservatory of Music on December 19 from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. to 4 p.m. The Campbell County Brass Quintet will also be performing on December 20 from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m.
Have some last minute shopping? CVG features a number of options for great gift giving, including Graeter’s Ice Cream and candies, Natalie’s Candy Jar, Brook’s Brothers, Forever Heather, InMotion Entertainment and Creative Kidstuff. You can also pick up a gift card from most of our retailers and restaurants.
CVG offers over 20 unique and diverse eating options throughout the terminal. Also, The Club at CVG which is a shared use lounge located in Concourse A serves as a quiet place to relax pre- and post- flight for members. New this season is the Kids Landing play area located in Concourse A near Starbucks.
Preparing For Your Trip
Book your trip as early as possible and take advantage of our great holiday fares. You can always find fare deals on our website at www.cvgairport.com.
CVG offers a variety of parking amenities which include: valet parking, reserved premium parking and golf cart shuttles in the garage. You can also reserve your parking spot in the garage through our online booking system www.cvgreservedparking.com. Visit www.cvgairport.com/save for a $6/day parking special in CVG’s Long-Term Lot. CVG shuttles will transport you from our long-term lot to the terminal in four minutes or less.
Before Leaving Home
To save time and avoid lines, print your boarding pass, select your seat and check your bag online from the comfort of your home. Flight status, weather and security times for TSA Pre-Check and general screening are also available online at www.cvgairport.com.
Have any questions for security? You can familiarize yourself with standard procedures at www.tsa.gov. Ensure that any liquids transported through security are compliant with TSA standards.
At the Airport
During the holiday travel season it is in recommended that passengers arrive early to ensure they have adequate time to check baggage and go through security.
Look for our Airport Customer Service Representatives/Public Safety Assistants wearing yellow jackets/vests located curbside and throughout the terminal if you have any questions or need assistance.
Passengers in wheelchairs, using a stroller or service animal can utilize a designated lane in security.
Our 120 volunteer Airport Ambassadors will be throughout the Terminal and Concourses to answer questions or help any of our passengers traveling for the holidays. You can find them at the Information Booths located in Concourses A and B as well as in Baggage Claim.
Free Wi-Fi is available, as well as plenty of outlets to charge all your electronics. Fuelrod stations are also available, where you can purchase or recycle a mobile charging rod.
Security Tips
For protection against lost luggage, label your bags inside and out with your contact information. Be sure to include the address and phone number of your destination.
Weapons may not be carried aboard the aircraft. This also includes replicas, toy weapons and anything that can be mistaken for a weapon. Check www.tsa.gov for a list of approved checked items including accepted liquids and limitations.
When using general screening, be prepared to remove blazers, coats and bulky sweaters and activate any electronic or battery-powered equipment as part of the security inspection. This includes laptops, music players, games and phones. PreCheck customers may leave jackets and shoes on and electronic devices may remain packed in carry-on luggage.
Do not wrap any gifts that you plan to carry onboard. These may need to be unwrapped by a security officer for inspection.
Timeline of Events:
Thursday, December 17
3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. – ArtsWave carolers
Friday, December 18
12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. – CCM Quartet
3:00 p.m – 4:00 p.m. – CCM Quartet
Sunday, December 20
2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. — Campbell County Brass Quintets
Monday, December 21
9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. – Santa Claus in ticketing
10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. – Free Gift Wrapping in Concourse A (Honor Flight) & Concourse B (USO)
Tuesday, December 22
9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. – Santa Claus in ticketing
10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. – Free Gift Wrapping in Concourse A (Honor Flight) & Concourse B (USO)
Wednesday, December 23
9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. – Santa Claus in ticketing
10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. – Free Gift Wrapping in Concourse A (Honor Flight) & Concourse B (USO)
From CVG