Top 5 Airports to get Stranded in over the Holidays

Not that anyone, in particularly me, likes to get stuck in an airport at anytime. Nonetheless, we know if does happen. Therefore, I was intrigued by the list that SeatGuru.com released today -- a list of their Top Five Airports to get stranded in over the holidays. Chosen among other things because of amenities like massage spots, play areas for kids, free WiFI, upscale shopping and dining choices, here they are:

San Francisco International Airport (SFO). SFO's highlights include the famous Boudin's Bakery (and their sourdough bread), upscale shopping at Burberry, Coach and Gucci, XpressSpa services including massages and facials, museum exhibits throughout, shower facilities and a play area for children.

Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC). Among other offerings, SLC offers free Wi-Fi throughout the airport, views of the Wasatch Mountains, numerous restaurants and has won awards in pollution prevention, recycling and as the best on-time airport for departures in the past. --

Portland International Airport (PDX). Named Nation's Best Airport by Conde Nast Traveler three years in a row, PDX is eco-friendly (new solar panels produce electricity and the Best of Nike store is powered by 75% solar energy), has free Wi-Fi, no sales tax and local restaurants have a strong presence with eateries such as Pizza Schmizza, Rose City Cafe and Laurelwood Brewing Company calling it home. --

McCarran International Airport (LAS) (Las Vegas). In addition to countless slot machines, LAS also has aviation museum, massage locations, free Wi-Fi, the Jose Cuervo Tequileria, storage lockers to stash belongings, an oxygen bar, hotel souvenir shops, room check in for the MGM Grand and for long delays, it's just 5 miles from the strip. --

Miami International Airport (MIA). At MIA, travelers can get manicures, pedicures, massages and even spray tanning at the JetSetter Spa, view ongoing art exhibitions, enjoy a hair cut at the salon, rent a mobile phone, and for members of the U.S. military, there's an Armed Services center for personnel that serves food and refreshments. There are also 30 dining choices including cuisine from Cuba, the Caribbean, Japan and more.

These all sound good. But, honestly, I am not into pedicures or massages at airports. But here's what I am looking for:

• Better much more comfortable seating... someplace I can dose off if need be -- pod to rent might be nice
• Solid good restaurant choices and healthier food spots
• Places to walk -- get some exercise (I usually walk back and forth across the terminal..but this doesn't always work in crowded airport)
• Some interesting local cultural displays : exhibitions of local art, history
• Shopping, shopping.... shops where I would really want to buy something or need to

(Free WIFI is a given, and I won't even put this one on the list!)