ATLANTA – With flight delays, cancellations, longer TSA lines and overlapping flights, holiday travel can be chaotic.
As you prepare for your vacation and book your flights, there are a few things you can do to make your trip a little more hectic. Here are five tips from travel experts to help you get the most out of your holiday travels.
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