No, it’s not having to eat your mother-in-law’s wretched Christmas jello, getting kissed by weird uncles, or hearing Band Aid’s “Do They Know It’s Christmas Time At All” for the 4,378th time this holiday season. No, it turns out that the things Canadians dislike most about holiday travel are the things that drive them bonkers the rest of the year; flight delays and long lines at airport security.
Using proprietary data and a survey of 2,000 travellers, Skyscanner has revealed insights about the things Canadians hate most about travel in the holiday season.
With many Canadians set to take flight and join their loved ones in the next few days, here’s what they’re not looking forward to.
The Top 10 Things Canadians Find Most Stressful About Holiday Travel
1. Flight delays – 57%
2. Long lines at airport security – 46%
3. Losing Luggage – 41%
4. Hazardous road conditions due to winter weather – 37%
5. Losing something while travelling – 31%
6. Packing – 23%
7. Finding the right accommodations as a solo traveller or couple – 15%
8. Finding a parking spot at the airport – 12%
9. Booking a rental car – 9%
10. Finding a kid-friendly accommodation – 6%
Canadians’ Top Strategies for Surviving Holiday Airport Chaos
1. Arrive hours early and people-watch – 45%
2. Find the nearest airport lounge and relax – 30%
3. Avoid airports altogether and drive – 27%
4. Speed through security like a pro – 22%