As I spent the day in the airport, I went in and out of the little newsstands serving bags of candy. I have several thoughts about that.
First, who buys all of that stuff. Now, in Atlanta, there are enough people in that airport to make any one rich, selling anything. There are a lot of people in there. But, really, who buys that stuff? I never sit next to anyone snacking through the flight. I guess if it is an international flight—maybe. Most people I sit with sleep. It is just a thought—do you ever see anyone eat something other than the snacks the airlines provide?
Second, two dollar candy bars. Wow! I understand supply and demand—but I also get price strategies. I firmly believe that if they lowered the prices the more product they would sell. If the stores matches the outside market on snacks, I truly believe they would make a killing. People would actually buy there rather than making pre-travel purchases. But, they sell high—they seem to make money—and they seem like that will not change. The frustrating piece is bottled water. Three dollars for water. I don’t want to drink soda—the airlines will give me soda. I want water with me because it gets dry on the airplane. Problem for me is that the TSA won’t allow me to bring that in. So, three dollar bottle it is. (However, I did observe a technique of bringing an empty water bottle and filling up from the water fountain after crossing through security.)
Third, what do I snack on? Peanut Butter Crackers. I buy a package of peanut butter crackers before I fly and bring it with me. I store it in my bag so I have it ready when I need it. I wish I could do the same with water. I usually carry two packages in carry on with me, just in case I get stuck somewhere. Peanut butter has protein and the crackers make it easy to eat.
On the flight, the attendants offer peanuts, pretzels, or cookies. I always go for the cookies and the ginger ale. But, that’s just me.