I had a 10 hour layover at Xiamen Gaoqi Internatio...

I had a 10 hour layover at Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport. I had to go through security again because my bag couldnt be checked to my final destination. Outside the security there is no where to sit except for uncomfortable metal benches, a few stores, a restaurant and 2 KFC's. The airport is small so exploring it can be done in a matter of minutes. The KFC is beautiful, with cushy seats, large windows, and food! I found that the portions were significantly smaller yet greasier than what is offered at a typical Canadian KFC. Many travellers rested at KFC because there was no where else to do so, it's a very comfortable place. However, regardless of the fact that it's an international airport, nobody spoke english. I expected at least a few staff to speak english since it is a very large scale language, however I ran into many problems because no one did. The staff tried their best regardless though! If you can't read or speak Chinese good luck to you, it's very difficult. Once you get past security theres a burger kind, some other small stores, and a nice cafe with great bubble tea. From the windows the city of Xiamen is very close and quite beautiful, next time i'll consider venturing outside as a way to pass by time.