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Tampa International Airport sparked an online media uproar Thursday when the organization’s X account published a notice urging passengers to cease wearing sleepwear at the airport.
“It’s time to prohibit pajamas at Tampa International Airport,” the X announcement started.
“We’ve observed plenty. We’ve tolerated enough. It’s time to prohibit pajamas at Tampa International Airport.
“Following the successful prohibition of Crocs and granting everyone the wonderful chance to experience the planet’s initial Crocs-free airport, it’s time to tackle a significantly greater issue.
“Pajamas. At. The. Airport. During daylight hours,” the announcement added.
Travelers quickly flocked to X to either protest or commend. However, it appears the incredibly contentious announcement was somewhat humorous.
“Tampa International Airport frequently posts cheerful, satirical online media material as part of our continuous endeavor to interact with our followers,” Tampa International Airport informed Fox News Digital in response to a request for comment.
“Today’s announcement regarding ‘prohibiting’ pajamas was another playful reference to travel-day fashion discussions.
“We urge our travelers to journey comfortably and value our devoted followers who appreciate the online humor.”
Nevertheless, travelers flocked to X to voice their indignation.
The Tampa Airport initiated an online media controversy after posting on X that the airport desires to outlaw pajamas. (Robert Sabo/NY Daily News Archive)
“What sort of oppressive nonsense is this?” one follower penned.
“How are you even categorizing apparel as pajamas to begin with? Are sweatpants, yoga pants, youngsters wearing soft garments pajamas?” the traveler proceeded.
Another traveler disagreed with all of that.
“I adore this! Let’s revert to the way things were in the ‘50s, ’60s and ’70s!” the woman expressed.
A third commentator remarked, “If they don’t emit bad odors and aren’t bothering anyone, why do you all care so much? Can you all concentrate on actually tidying your restrooms for once and accelerating TSA queues instead?”
In recent times, the dress requirements at airports have grown progressively informal. (Elijah Nouvelage/Bloomberg)
The Tampa Airport concluded its announcement by stating, “We know this decision could be upsetting to someone in your life. It’s time to have a challenging dialogue with them. You are capable of this. We (and Phoebe) have faith in you.
“The foolishness concludes today. The movement commences now.
“Assist Tampa International Airport in becoming the planet’s initial Crocs-free AND pajama-free airport. FULFILL YOUR ROLE. SAY NO TO PAJAMAS AT TPA.”
This isn’t the initial occasion in recent months that a dress requirement enforcement stirred things up.
Last week, Norwegian Cruise Line passengers were displeased when the company forbade shorts and flip-flops at its upscale eateries.
Norwegian Cruise Line travelers also voiced concerns regarding a stricter dress requirement. (Jeff Greenberg/ Universal Images Group)
“Do not appreciate the recent regulations for certain of the restaurant locations. I am on VACATION, in a warm-weather environment, donning a [collared] shirt and presentable shorts,” one traveler wrote in response to one of the company’s Facebook posts, Fox News Digital previously documented.
“Been on 15 cruises with Norwegian, adored the casual style. …Inform the old-fashioned individuals where to go,” the person added concerning the recent policy, labeling it “absurd.”
Others dissented. One remarked, “Reintroduce elegance to sailing. For the finer restaurants, it’s not excessive to request slacks and a decent shirt.”
Another contributed, “Well done on the recent dress codes for restaurants!”
“Do not appreciate the recent regulations for certain of the restaurant locations,” one traveler complained regarding the recent Norwegian Cruise Line dress requirement. (Jeffrey Greenberg/Universal Images Group)
In November, U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy mentioned he had noticed “a decline in courtesy” among airplane travelers and initiated what he termed a “courtesy campaign” to promote politeness and patience amidst the surge of holiday travel.
Duffy prompted travelers to “express gratitude to our pilots and to our flight attendants” and to dress “with some consideration.”
“You know, whether it’s a pair of jeans and a respectable shirt, I would advise individuals to perhaps dress somewhat better, which motivates us to perhaps conduct ourselves somewhat better,” he stated.
“Let’s endeavor not to don slippers and pajamas as we arrive at the airport. I believe that’s beneficial.”
Duffy also urged passengers to aid other passengers who are struggling to position their luggage in the overhead compartments “as a prevalent act of politeness and civility.”
Fox News Digital’s Peter Burke and Greg Wehner contributed reporting.
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