From festivals of light to giant Christmas trees, there are plenty of ways for small towns all over the US to celebrate the holidays.
15.11.2023 - 19:05 / insider.com
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From festivals of light to giant Christmas trees, there are plenty of ways for small towns all over the US to celebrate the holidays.
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Traveling during the holidays is stressful enough and every little obstacle along the way can feel amplified. While many factors can play a part in flight interruptions and delays, a new study by Upgraded Points takes a look back at nearly a decade of historical data spanning 2014 to 2022 to find out which airports tend to have the best and worst track records for punctuality during the holiday season.
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