Source: The Points Guy
Summary
As the 2026 FIFA World Cup begins, 11 US cities and their airports are gearing up to welcome millions of soccer fans. Airports are offering special flights, routes, and commemorative liveries, while terminals are being decked out with World Cup branding, digital displays, art, activities, watch parties, and merchandise. From Atlanta to San Francisco, airports are creating immersive experiences for travelers, including interactive soccer experiences, live music, and themed activations.
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The escape is carefully planned.
Atlanta’s Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport is offering a “Gates to Goals” campaign with interactive soccer experiences and virtual soccer gaming. Boston Logan International Airport is planning themed activations, including a Guinness World Records-breaking attempt for the World’s Largest Soccer Ball. Dallas Love Field Airport is celebrating with live broadcasts of the World Cup games and pre- and post-security photo booths with soccer-themed backdrops.
And, of course, there’s the obligatory giant soccer ball – because what’s a World Cup activation without one?
Author: Evan Null
