Okay so last week I needed to fly out from Monte Carlo France Airport for a business trip, and let me tell you – that place is like a maze! Figured I’d share exactly how I survived this airport adventure.
Getting There & First Impressions
Grabbed an Uber early morning, arrived around 5AM. Place was dead empty but security lines already forming. Pro tip: always go left when you enter Terminal 1 – fewer people head that direction for some reason.
- Terminal 1 felt old school with weird carpet patterns
- Terminal 2 looked straight outta sci-fi movie with glass everywhere
- Signs were confusing AF near the connecting tunnel
The Snack Situation Breakdown
My stomach started rumbling by 6:30. Walked past six coffee spots before finding Paul bakery. Ordered:
- Overpriced croissant (€4.50!)
- Tiny americano that tasted like burnt rubber
Major mistake – should’ve gone to Terminal 2 Starbucks which had actual breakfast sandwiches.
Lounges & Charging Stations
Tried accessing Priority Pass lounge near gate B12. Worker gave me attitude saying “fully booked” even though half empty. Ended up:
- Sitting on floor near Gate A7
- Found working charger behind vending machine
- Stole WiFi by standing near info desk
Definitely bringing portable charger next time.
Weirdest Things I Saw
- Dude walking pet parrot through security (seriously)
- Massive diamond store with zero customers
- “Relaxation pods” costing €60/hour to sleep in coffin-sized boxes
Final Takeaways
Would I come back? Only if flying from Terminal 2 with packed lunch. Overall experience felt like:
- Good: Clean bathrooms, fast Wi-Fi when connected
- Bad: Expensive food, grumpy staff, confusing layout
If you’re flying economy, prepare for marathon walking and bring snacks. Business class folks looked happier though!
