The Holiday Airport

Documentary

Not all airports are equal! John Lennon Airport in Liverpool is the UK’s holiday airport where millions of expectant holiday makers begin their trips of a lifetime.

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Audio & Subtitles

EN (Original), English [CC]

Format & Features

4K Ultra HD • Dolby Atmos • 5.1 Surround

45m

1. In It for the Long Haul

Behind-the-scenes look at the dedicated teams whose mission it is to make sure that every holidaymaker's journey is safe, speedy and entertaining. Ron treats his wife to a surprise Valentine's getaway, Rachel has a tough decision to make over medical supplies, and Dave must get 2,000 runway lights replaced without inconveniencing passengers.

45m

2. Love and Romance

Behind-the-scenes look at the dedicated teams whose mission it is to make sure that every holidaymaker's journey is safe, speedy and entertaining, with a fascinating cast of characters. A dad is on a mission to woo his wife back from Spain, a couple celebrate their anniversary with a boozy break to Barcelona, and the airport's air conditioning has packed up.

45m

3. Sporting Chance

Grand National fever hits the airport as hundreds of excited race-goers pass through for the annual steeplechase. A skateboarding crew from Herefordshire are en route to Barcelona, but when it turns out some of them have a fear of flying, it seems they might not get very far, while a woman who has lost more than eight stone fuels up at the airport restaurants and bars before flying out to Palma for the sporting challenge of a lifetime. The fire crews join other emergency personnel from Merseyside for a training exercise, and the opening of an airport gym sparks rivalry between staff

45m

4. New Beginnings

Two best friends arrive at the airport for their annual break to Benidorm to celebrate St George's Day - although for one it will be a one-way trip as she is planning a new life in the sun. A mother and daughter are also flying out to Spain, for an international barbershop singing contest. Will they return with the top prize? New recruits are learning the ropes at the check-in, fire crews tackle an engine blaze out on the tarmac and after 15 years of service, temporary watch commander Emma is in line for promotion. Could she be John Lennon's first female commander?

45m

5. Friends & family

Documentary following travellers and staff at Liverpool's John Lennon Airport. Three generations of Irishmen arrive for a nostalgic 80th birthday trip that has taken a lifetime to plan - and things kicks off with a whiskey or two in the bar. A warring mother and daughter jet off to sunny Spain to visit a holy festival, and golden girls Sue and Nancy face the double horrors of overweight luggage and lost boarding passes. Meanwhile, the security team deals with some very unusual contraband.

45m