New survey reveals British holidaymakers’ biggest stresses
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New research has revealed the top sources of stress for British travellers planning holidays and travelling abroad.
The survey, commissioned by Airport Parking and Hotels (APH), found that almost one-third (32%) of adults in the UK and Ireland believe packing is the most stressful aspect of going on holiday. A further 30% said that both travelling to the airport and the checking-in process were also stressful parts of heading abroad.
The airport in particular was revealed to be a stressful location, with 28% feeling most stressed when waiting for luggage on the carousel and 27% feeling the strain over airport security.
This is especially noticeable in those aged 65 and above, as more in this age group stated they’re stressed by checking-in (39%), airport security (29%) and waiting for their luggage (31%); all higher than the national average.
More than one-third (38%) of people have either been late for or missed a flight. Reasons included getting the flight times wrong, becoming distracted at the airport, internal delays, traffic issues on the way to the airport and navigation issues travelling to the airport.
Participants were also asked what they do to combat travel stress, revealing the most popular method to be arriving at the airport in good time for their flight (50%). Packing suitcases well in advance prevented headaches for 36% of people and 29% found that bringing entertainment to the airport was a useful stress-buster.
Nick Caunter, managing director of APH, said: ”Holidays are meant to be a break away from anything that could cause you stress, but it’s ironic that the preparation can be the most stressful thing about them.”
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