Took the advice of fellow travellers about the lac...

Took the advice of fellow travellers about the lack of food after the security checkpoint, so dined in the main area behind the check in counters.

The airport is large, and signage design isn t the best, but still good enough. Despite it being the midst of winter, the indoor temperature was near scorching hot, reminiscent of a desert day, so be warned. A large portion of the shopping at the international gates area airside are currently under renovation/construction. That may be a contributing factor to the lack of F and B outlets. Water dispensers do exist, and hot/water is available for free. We also walked past a few vending machines, but ultimately, if you don t have lounge access, proper dinning options don t seem to be existing airside. The decorations are different, since they incorporated elements of the Long Corridor from the Summer Palace inside the airport.

Overall, it s relatively easy to navigate, and an automated train will take you to the gates that you will need. Just be sure of where to alight, as the domestic gates and international gates are separated.