Okay, so today I’m gonna talk about something kinda random but super useful if you’re ever flying into or out of Tel Aviv: finding the freakin’ airport location. Sounds simple, right? Nah, it took me a bit of digging.
The Backstory: I was planning a trip last year, and I always like to know exactly where things are, especially airports. I hate surprises, you know? So, I started with the obvious: Google. Typed in “Tel Aviv airport.” Got a bunch of stuff, mostly flights and car rentals. Useful, but not the precise location I was after. Needed coordinates, damn it!
I then jumped onto Google Maps. Started zooming in around Tel Aviv, figuring there’s gotta be an airport symbol somewhere. And yeah, eventually spotted Ben Gurion Airport. Okay, progress! But still wanted to be more specific. I wanted the exact location of the main terminal, ya know, where you actually go.
The Digging Deeper: I went to the airport’s official website. I figured they’d have an address or something really clear. Nope. Marketing fluff, arrival times, all that jazz. Buried deep were some contact details, and lucky me, I found what looked like a physical address. Plugged that into Google Maps. BAM! It took me to the entrance of the main terminal.
The Geeking Out (Coordinates): Now, this is where I got a little obsessive. I right-clicked on the exact spot on Google Maps where the terminal entrance was and selected “What’s here?”. It popped up a little window with the coordinates. That’s what I was after all along! I saved those coordinates in my notes app. Finally feeling satisfied.
Why Bother?: You might be thinking, “Why go through all that trouble?” Well, for me, it’s about planning. I use those coordinates to pre-program my GPS if I’m driving. Or I can quickly share the exact location with friends or family picking me up. Plus, it’s just good to know, especially when you’re in a new place.
The Lesson Learned: Don’t always trust the first thing you see on Google. Sometimes you gotta dig a little deeper to find the real deal. And always, always get the coordinates. It makes everything easier!
Side Note: Also made a mental note to check out the duty-free shop when I’m there next time. Heard they have some good deals.
- Started with Google search
- Moved to Google Maps
- Checked the official airport website
- Found the physical address
- Used Google Maps to pinpoint the terminal entrance
- Extracted the coordinates
That’s my little Tel Aviv airport location adventure! Hope it helps someone out there.
