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The Five Types of Goodbyes at the Airport (Now With Their Own Soundtracks)
By James Nkosi•November 18, 2025•3 min read
Discover the five types of airport goodbyes — from dramatic movie-moment farewells to chaotic last-minute waves. A fun, relatable travel read complete with the perfect soundtrack for every goodbye.
1. The Hollywood Slow-Motion Goodbye
Tears. Long hugs. One last dramatic look back.
Everyone else in the terminal becomes an extra in your personal rom-com.
Everyone else in the terminal becomes an extra in your personal rom-com.
"🎵 Theme Song: “Unchained Melody” – The Righteous Brothers
— (Slow. Emotional. Peak airport-drama vibes.)
2. The “Okay Bye, I’m Late” Goodbye
No hugs. No lingering. Just chaos.
A rushed wave, a half-shout of “Text me when you land!”, and a disappearing silhouette.
A rushed wave, a half-shout of “Text me when you land!”, and a disappearing silhouette.
"🎵 Theme Song: “Work B**ch” – Britney Spears
— (Fast-paced, stressed energy. Exactly their mood.)
3. The Overwhelmed Parent Goodbye
Mom has packed snacks you didn’t want.
Dad double-checks your passport again.
They watch you walk through security like they’re sending you to Mars.
Dad double-checks your passport again.
They watch you walk through security like they’re sending you to Mars.
"🎵 Theme Song: “You’ll Be in My Heart” – Phil Collins
— (Because parents operate on pure love + mild panic.)
4. The Long-Distance Lovers Goodbye
Whispering. Endless hugs. Relationship monologues.
A farewell so intense it delays security operations.
A farewell so intense it delays security operations.
"🎵 Theme Song: “Every Time You Walk Away” – Cynthia Erivo
— (Soft. Heartbreaking. Perfect.)
5. The Squad Send-Off
Your friends are too loud.
Someone is chanting.
Someone is filming.
Someone is reminding you about duty-free chocolate.
Someone is chanting.
Someone is filming.
Someone is reminding you about duty-free chocolate.
"🎵 Theme Song: “We Found Love” – Rihanna ft. Calvin Harris
— (High-energy, chaotic, friendship-coded.)
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James Nkosi
Flight Booking Consultant
James brings 7 years of aviation industry knowledge to help customers navigate flight bookings. He stays updated on airline policies, best booking times, and money-saving tips for travelers.
Article Info
3 min read
November 18, 2025
175 words
Status: published