Ok apologies if this is a really silly question but... how are the stands allocated at NCL? Do airlines get preference to certain stands, or is it more about practicalites/aircraft size.
I am by no means an expert, but I fly through the airport on a regular basis and have noticed it seems that Thomsons, BA and Emirates always seem to be on the bridges, while certain airlines (Jet2) always seem to end up as far from the terminal as possible.
I flew in last week, and a Thomas Cook 757 was on a bridge stand, but was boarded by stairs? Likewise, I have seen buses used to stands that are actually against the terminal! Do airlines pay extra for things like buses and bridges?
Again, sorry for a really really daft question, I am no expert, just an enthusiast who passes through a hell of a lot these days.
RTG!