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Busiest holiday travel season in years is off to a smooth start with few airport delays
The holiday travel rush is hitting its peak as mild weather and lower flight cancelation rates raise hopes for merrier drivers and airline passengers than last year.
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Holiday travelers maneuver through busy airports and SoCal rainstorms
Many fliers flock to the Long Beach Airport to avoid the congestion of LAX. Long Beach has had zero cancellations despite the rain and travelers hope this will remain the case over the weekend.
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SoCal rains impact holiday travel
TSA anticipates the busiest day for airports to be Dec. 23. Travelers are urged to factor in the SoCal rains when planning their trips — even when traveling by car. Mekahlo Medina reports for the NBC4 News on Dec. 21, 2023.
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Holiday crowds at airports and on highways are expected to be even bigger than last year
Airports and highways are expected to be busier this Christmas season than they were a year ago.
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Let Me Explain: Holiday Travel Tips
Let Me Explain: Holiday Travel Tips
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The Rundown: Friday November 17, 2023
The Rundown: Friday November 17, 2023
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The Rundown: Wednesday November 1, 2023
The Rundown: Wednesday November 1, 2023
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Millions take to China's roads and air in 1st big autumn holiday since end of zero-COVID
Many millions of Chinese tourists are expected to travel within their country, splurging on hotels, tours, attractions and meals in a boost to the economy during the 8-day autumn holiday period that began Friday.
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These Are the Cities with the Cheapest Memorial Day Flights
Orlando, New York City and Chicago are among the cities with the cheapest flights this Memorial Day weekend according to Priceline.
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Southwest Airlines Schedule Returns to Relative Normalcy After Week of Chaos
Southwest Airlines returned to a relatively normal flight schedule Friday, as the focus shifts to making things right with what could be well more than a million passengers who missed family connections or flights home during the holidays, and many of whom are still missing luggage.
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Southwest Travelers Search for Luggage
As thousands of Southwest Airlines customers try to get out of town or return from their holiday vacations, thousands of bags are stuck at airports across the country. Alex Rozier reports for the NBC4 News on Dec. 28, 2022.
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Southwest Cancels More Than 2,500 More Flights Wednesday
Southwest Airlines continues to cancel thousands of fights leaving travelers stuck at airports trying to find different ways of getting back home. Anoushah Rasta reports for the NBC4 News on Dec. 28, 2022.
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Stranded Friends Hit The Road to Bypass Southwest's Cancellation Chaos
“Rather than risking the flights getting canceled, we decided for the sake of needing to get back to work, we would jump in the car instead,” Huante said. The road trip became their best plan when Huante’s mom made an offer they couldn’t refuse. “My mom said, ‘You take my car. I’ll go get the oil changed. Get the...
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Mass Flight Cancellations Continue
A winter storm that hit much of America snarled air traffic but by Monday most flights were back to normal, unless you booked on Southwest. Darsha Philips reports for the NBC4 News on Dec. 27, 2022.
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John Wayne Airport Offers Emotional Support Animals to Help Frustrated Travelers
With all the travel stress leaving passengers feeling a bit down this holiday season, the John Wayne Airport is offering emotional support animals at the terminal.
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Southwest CEO Releases Statement on Airline Troubles: ‘Truly Sorry'
In a video statement released Tuesday, Southwest CEO Robert Jordan apologized for the airline’s struggle to operate during the busy holiday travel week.
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Travelers Struggle to Make Alternate Plans
With flights being canceled nationwide, many travelers are searching for alternative ways to their destination. Tracey Leong reports for the NBC4 News on Dec. 27, 2022.
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Southwest Passengers Stranded in Southern California
Thousands of Southwest travelers are left frustrated after massive cancellations and delays have left many stranded at LAX airport. Ted Chen reports for the NBC4 News on Dec. 27, 2022.
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Flight Cancellations and Delays Disrupt Holiday Travel
Some 200 million people across the country are under some sort of weather advisory or warning as a wicked storm moves through the nation. Hetty Chang reports for the NBC4 News on Dec. 23, 2022.