What Are the Hardest Parts of Holiday Travel?
Photo Credit: Travelers are hoping they don't have to encounter delays this holiday season. Flickr / Grant Wickes
Skift Take
The holiday travel season is hectic both travelers and those in working in the industry, and here's a look at some challenging aspects of traveling for Thanksgiving and Christmas.
A record number of Americans are hitting the road for Thanksgiving this year, a sign that Christmas next month could also see monster travel numbers. So what are the hardest parts of holiday travel for both travelers and those working in the travel industry?
We posed the question to our answer engine Ask Skift 2.0. The AI chatbot used information that’s appeared in our past news coverage, and we did further reporting on the subject.
What Ask Skift SaidHoliday travel presents a range of challenges that make it particularly difficult for many people. One of the primary issues is the sheer volume of travelers. For instance, during Thanksgiving 2024, nearly 80 million Americans are expected to travel 50 miles or more, which is an increase from previous years. This surge in travelers can lead to overcrowded airports, packed roads, and overall congestion in transportation systems, making the travel experience stressful and time-consuming.
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