Beginning a journey in a setting that simply feels well-organized is reassuring, and that's precisely how my most recent Air Canada IAH Terminal flight from Houston's George Bush Intercontinental Airport started. I wasn't sure what to anticipate from the terminal experience as I was traveling to Vancouver for a combination of business and pleasure. I was pleasantly surprised as soon as I stepped into Terminal A. The layout was simple to understand, the signage was clear, and it wasn't very crowded. I quickly located the Air Canada check-in area and printed my boarding pass using one of the kiosks. It took less than fifteen minutes to complete the entire process, including dropping off my bag. The airline employees were polite and accommodating, which has already made me  in a good headspace. Getting through security was refreshingly efficient. I’ve had experiences at other large airports where I spent more time in line than at the gate, but this wasn’t one of them. Once I got through, I had time to grab a coffee and sit by the window watching planes come and go—one of my favorite pre-flight rituals. The terminal felt calm and clean, with plenty of seating and charging spots available. Boarding was just as smooth. The Air Canada staff were organized and made timely announcements, which helped keep things running on schedule. Honestly, I was impressed. Sometimes air travel can feel like a stressful shuffle from one checkpoint to the next, but this time it felt like everything clicked into place. If you’re considering flying Air Canada Terminal IAH from Houston, I can tell you from experience—it’s a great way to begin your trip. No frills, no chaos—just a well-run process that makes you feel like your journey is in good hands.