Heathrow T5 BA Lounge [consideration to others during peak periods]
Mar 6, 2019, 3:04 pm
#16
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Mar 6, 2019, 3:07 pm
#17
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Many people are indeed inconsiderate of others which the OP is correct to point out, but unfortunately international airport lounges are not like our local communities where we live and instead where you can only really ask any norms you want enforced to be done so on your behalf by airline and airport staff where necessary. Almost any kind of citizen policing or chastising is going to go down badly - Asking someone to realise they are being inconsiderate is almost by definition not going to work.
Mar 6, 2019, 3:11 pm
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I think the PC-brigade recommending cultural awareness courses and cultural mediators should consider the option that it works the other way round - people should respect local customs and behave accordingly, not expect people to align to their "culture" when abroad.
Mar 6, 2019, 3:27 pm
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Spot on!
Mar 6, 2019, 5:57 pm
#21
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We should demand phone cubicles, and "no talking on mobile phones" signs everywhere.
When finding someone talking too loudly, simply point out the sign, tell them where the cubicles are, and job done.
(If anyone from BA is reading, please refer to JL lounges
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When finding someone talking too loudly, simply point out the sign, tell them where the cubicles are, and job done.
(If anyone from BA is reading, please refer to JL lounges
)
Mar 6, 2019, 8:01 pm
#22
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Geographic location of the lounge?
Home country of the carrier?
Do we include code shares?
I tend to ignore rude behaviour unless it directly impacts me. Much healthier than getting worked up about having one's culture disrespected.
Mar 6, 2019, 8:16 pm
#23
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If I'm in a playful/mischievous mood when people are quite openly having a loud private conversation on facetime/speakerphone I'll throw in responses loudly into their conversations so that both parties can hear.
They always get the hint and more. Either to continue their loud conversation elsewhere or to get away from some random weirdo!
Doesn't work so well here in Asia though as people tend to be totally oblivious to what's going on around them.
They always get the hint and more. Either to continue their loud conversation elsewhere or to get away from some random weirdo!
Doesn't work so well here in Asia though as people tend to be totally oblivious to what's going on around them.
Mar 7, 2019, 1:41 am
#24
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Personally I think you might be one of those people who think they are more important than anyone else?
As far as cultural awareness is concerned I have worked all over Europe, America and the Middle East so my cultural awareness is fully up to speed......
As far as cultural awareness is concerned I have worked all over Europe, America and the Middle East so my cultural awareness is fully up to speed......
Mar 7, 2019, 1:57 am
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It’s the shoulder-tapping that would irk me, I’m afraid. By all means ask politely if someone can be quieter. But not your place to touch them unless they’ve forgotten some of their property or are wandering off with some of yours.
Mar 7, 2019, 2:34 am
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I had a similar situation in the theatre once...
The person behind me spoke with his neighbour continuously through the performance.
At the end of the performance I politely excused myself and pointed out, for future reference, such behaviour was not considered acceptable in the UK, as this was where we were sitting at the time.
To which I was called rude.
Reply "Not as rude as you have been to me and the actors, as I should not have had to point out that your behaviour is considered unacceptable here"
Walked off.
Get the feeling these days that "You are rude" has become a standard retort these days.
The person behind me spoke with his neighbour continuously through the performance.
At the end of the performance I politely excused myself and pointed out, for future reference, such behaviour was not considered acceptable in the UK, as this was where we were sitting at the time.
To which I was called rude.
Reply "Not as rude as you have been to me and the actors, as I should not have had to point out that your behaviour is considered unacceptable here"
Walked off.
Get the feeling these days that "You are rude" has become a standard retort these days.
Mar 7, 2019, 3:46 am
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I always complain to people by smiling and saying ‘excuse me.....etc’ always delivering it in a complimentary tone of voice but making it clear I am not praising their behaviour.
The end result is either they are shocked into being polite/not causing a nuisance or they think I am bonkers and humour me.
Either way it seems to avoid a negative reaction which is a very big plus for me.
The end result is either they are shocked into being polite/not causing a nuisance or they think I am bonkers and humour me.
Either way it seems to avoid a negative reaction which is a very big plus for me.
Mar 7, 2019, 4:50 am
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Another reason why I choose to limit my time in any lounge.. better to find a pub at the airport, and enjoy decent beer (which BA lounges dont have)