Announced this week by The Straits Times, Changi Airport's spanking new 195,000 sq.ft. T4 will host at least six airlines such as AirAsia (and its Indonesian and Thai counterparts), Korean Air, Vietnam Airlines and Cathay Pacific.

But we are more stoked about the potential of a hassle-free transit as the Changi Airport Group plans to roll out more self-service initiatives like check-in kiosks, automated immigration clearance and a facial recognition system, which verifies the identity of each traveler via a photo capture. expediting the customs process.

Another first world problem will be addressed: long treks to boarding gates could be shortened, so it'll be less of a never-ending marathon if you're rushing for final call.

It's still a while before T4 officially opens in 2017, so in the meantime, stake out their Facebook page for updates.