Smiles lit up faces at Newcastle International Airport on Friday as thousands of families jetted off on half-term breaks.
Around 160,000 passengers are expected to pass through the airport this week, in what's set to be its 'busiest half-term in years'. Over the same period last year, with Covid restrictions still in place, there were just 14,000.
For many flying on Friday, this was the fist trip abroad since before Covid-19 hit, and they couldn't wait to start enjoying some sun, sea and sand. We headed down to the airport to chat to some of those preparing to take to the skies, and their delighted mood was infectious.
