British holidaymakers are cynical and dissatisfied with stringent airport security rules, with a mere 25% saying they believe it completely necessary and effective.  Independent research commissioned by Holiday Extras, found that passing through airport security is rated one of the most stressful and unpleasant things by holidaymakers.  In fact, a fifth of Brits say it's the worst thing about going on holiday!

Airport security queues and processes create stress for one in five travelers with 28% saying that they get downright annoyed at the length of time they need to wait.  Almost a quarter of Brits (23%) believe that taking off shoes, belts and jewellery is an unnecessary hassle. 42% of respondents said they believe the security process could be better organised.

Anthony Clarke-Cowell, Communications Director at Holiday Extras, said:  “Security queues are a necessary evil of airline travel, but there are things that we can all do to make the process less tiresome. We recommend travelers familiarise themselves with the regulations completely, prepare their electrical items and liquid bags in advance and consider a Security Fast Track pass to speed them through with a dedicated lane.”

Holiday Extras' Fast Track Security passes are available at: Liverpool John Lennon, London Luton, Bristol, Leeds Bradford and Manchester airports.

This summer, new guidelines mean that all passengers flying into or out of the UK, will now have to prove that their electronic devices in their hand luggage have sufficient charge to be switched on.  

For more information and to book a Security Fast Track pass, visit www.holidayextras.co.uk or call 0800 1313 777.

Notes to Editors:

Poll results from a survey by Holiday Extras from 2,000 customers during August 2014.

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Melissa Geddes, Jodie Hart, Tom Ladds & Philippa Barker

Holiday Extras is the UK number one for pre-booked airport hotels and airport parking, taking bookings for over 7 million travellers each year. Holiday Extras has been listed eight times in The Sunday Times 100 Best Companies to Work For and was awarded 10th place in 2014. A record-breaking 99.84% of customers are satisfied with Holiday Extras' products and service.

The company offers a wide choice of holiday add-ons including UK airport parking, airport hotels, airport lounges and holiday insurance. For more information and to book please visit www.holidayextras.co.uk