Merry KISS-Mas Says Londons Terminal 5
Saturday, 12 Dec, 2009
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Fostering peace and harmony the world’s biggest sprig of mistletoe in the UK’s most debated airline terminal.
The world’s largest sprig of mistletoe has today been unveiled at Heathrow Terminal 5 for the biggest festive kiss. The ten foot by eight foot structure which took designers and engineers three weeks to construct, weighs 43kg and includes more than 50 feet of steel tubing and 25 stainless steel balls.
The giant mistletoe, which is suspended just three metres from the ground, was created to enable the three million passengers expected to fly through Terminal 5 in December the chance to share a truly memorable moment with their loved ones. It is hoped that more than three million Christmas kisses will take place under the mistletoe over the coming month. To ensure no one misses out on the yuletide tradition, giant mistletoe will also be installed in each of Heathrow’s other terminals.
Christmas is always a busy time at Heathrow, and this year is no exception. The airport is anticipating almost three million passengers will fly into Heathrow in the lead up to Christmas and nearly half a million between Saturday 19th December and Thursday 24th December alone.
Mike Brown, Heathrow’s chief operating officer, said: "Heathrow is very often the place where friends and lovers are reunited at Christmas, or where people start their long journeys home to loved ones. We hope our giant mistletoe bring some added Christmas cheer and excitement to journeys taken over the festive period."
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