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Important Links and Information For The Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Airport
If you’ve ever been to the Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport in Atlanta, Georgia, it only took one visit to realize that it really is one of the busiest airports in the world. Because of its central location, it is one of the most common connection airports in the United States and the world. Over 250,000 people per day fly in and out of this airport, and this can make it a very confusing and frustrating experience if you’re not used to going through big airports. Here are some important links and information for you to have when planning your trip to Atlanta.
Flight Information
If you need to track a flight or make sure a flight is on schedule, click here. Flights are delayed and cancelled all the time in Atlanta, so it’s good to be prepared and check your flight or the flight of someone you are picking up before you visit the airport.
TSA Security
You’ll find some quick tips here for getting through security quickly and efficiently, plus there’s a tracker that estimates the wait times at the security checkpoints so you have an idea of how much time you need to allow to get through security and make your flight.
Click here for a list of prohibited carry-on items
Rental Car Center
This newly opened rental car facility is on the airport property, and it’s just a short sky train ride away. Here’s the link for all of the information regarding the new rental car facility where you’ll find discount rental cars from E-Z Rent-A-Car.
Terminal Maps
Go to this page for all of the terminal maps so you can be prepared once you get inside the airport and know where you’re going! All of the maps are downloadable so you can print them out and take them with you.
Wireless Internet
It’s not free in the Atlanta Airport, you’ll have to pay a fee, but you can access it virtually anywhere in the airport. All you do is click on your Wi-Fi network settings and connect to the ATL-WIFI SSID. Then, open up a web browser and a splash page will come up for the airport connection manager. You’ll have five options to connect:
- Boingo
- T-Mobile
- Advanced Wireless Group (AWG)
- AccessAnyplace
- Opti-Fi
Choose which one you want, pre-pay, and you’re ready to go. This may be worth it to a business traveler who has a long layover, which is common when connecting at this airport.
Pet Assistance
To accommodate passengers’ pets and guide dogs, Hartsfield-Jackson has a Poochie Park located on the lower level of Terminal North outside door LN2 to the right of the building. Owners can take animals to this grassy area and allow pets to relieve themselves. Contact your airlines directly for specific directions and guidelines for transporting pets with you.
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2010 Summer Events In Atlanta, Georgia
Will you be in Atlanta this summer? If so, there’s ALWAYS something going on in HOT-lanta, so check out these events if you’re vacationing in Atlanta or there on business.
Centennial Olympic Park Fourth of July – located between Baker Street and Techwood Drive is the site of Atlanta’s daylong Independence Day celebration. Live Music and entertainment start in the afternoon and end with a huge Fireworks Display choreographed to a Musical Score. Thousands of people turn out, but you can also view the fireworks from a variety of less crowded spots nearby. Festivities begin at 4:30 PM with the fireworks show at 9:30 PM.
Downtown Atlanta Restaurant Week (July 26th – August 9th) – Now in its fourth year, Restaurant Week showcases many of downtown Atlanta’s finest restaurants with each offering special dining promotions of three-course dinners for $25.00 per person ( not including tip & tax ). Atlanta Restaurant Week models similar events held in New York, Philadelphia, Boston, and Washington DC.
In addition to enjoying unbelievable cuisine, Downtown Atlanta Restaurant Week also offers you the chance to enjoy art, live music, and a wide assortment of other Festive Activities. Participating restaurants include: Legal Sea Foods, 30 Tables, Avanzare, and more
Vans Warped Tour (July 26th) – Are you into the punk rock scene? Then, this concert festival is where you need to be! It’s being held at the Aaron’s Amphitheater in Lakewood. It includes such popular punk rock bands such as Reel Big Fish, Pennywise, and Sum 41.
National Black Arts Festival (July 14th to July 18th) – The NBAF salutes new voices of creativity by showcasing the exciting, artistic movement of the next generation and artists cutting the edges of tradition and culture. Dance, theatre, music, visual arts, new media, spoken and written word, and conversations all provide extraordinary opportunities for this next wave of history makers to share their unique, creative expression.
Do you need a cheap rental car to get around in Atlanta? E-Z Rent-A-Car has recently moved into Hartsfield-Jackson airport’s brand new rental car facility, making it even more convenient to pick up a discount rental car. Check out our prices in Atlanta!
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Getting To Know The NEW Atlanta Airport Rental Car Center
The Atlanta airport is HUGE, and it’s a major hub for all flights going to or from the south, so this makes it a REALLY busy airport. I love searching for key phrases like “Atlanta Airport” on Twitter and Facebook and seeing all of the updates from people about how confused or lost they are at the airport. They recently made renting a car a little easier by creating a facility where all of the rental car companies (including E-Z Rent-a-Car!) are located. This makes your rental car buying more efficient and easier to access at the airport. Here is some more information for those of you planning on renting a car from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Airport.
How To Access The Rental Car Center
- Pick up your checked luggage at the north or south baggage claim area.
- Follow the overhead signs and hallway placards to the rental car center.
- Proceed out of the west end of the terminal under the covered walkway.
- Take the escalator up to the station and board the ATL SkyTrain for the five-minute ride to the rental car center
Benefits Of the Hartsfield-Jackson Rental Car Center
- efficiency, convenience and streamlined service
- No more long, bumpy rides to reach remote parking lots
- Eliminating rental agency shuttle buses dramatically improves traffic on Airport roadways and reduces emissions that harm the environment
- The state-of-the-art Rental Car Center also helps Hartsfield-Jackson meet anticipated growth in the number of passengers and improve customer service.
Promo Video For The Rental Car Center
As you can see, this is a huge improvement for the Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport, and we were proud to be a part of their new facility. If you’re traveling for business or pleasure to Atlanta, make sure you check our rates for the best value in car rental!
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