Cuddle time capped: New Zealand airport limits goodbye hugs to 3 minutes

It’s unclear whether the idea will take flight.

But back on the ground, one airport in New Zealand is implementing a maximum time of just three minutes for loved ones to say goodbye to their relatives with a hug.

“It’s hard to say goodbye so make it quick. 3 minutes max,” says one of a series of signs at Dunedin Airport on the country’s South Island.

“Max hug time three minutes” another reads.

Those seeking “fonder farewells” should “use the car park,” where a generous 15-minute window is allowed, a third says.

Dan De Bono, the airport’s CEO, has said the lighthearted approach is aimed at keeping the traffic into the terminal flowing smoothly.

“We’re trying to have fun with it. It is an airport, and those drop-off locations are common locations for farewells” he told Radio New Zealand this month.

Recognizing that they had “caused quite a stir,” he said the signs were designed to keep drop-off zones moving.

“There’s no space left for others,” he said. “It’s about enabling others to have hugs.”

De Bono and the airport did not immediately respond to requests for comment.

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