Atlanta Ranks as the Second Best City in the U.S. to Celebrate Thanksgiving

Atlanta Named the Second Best City to Celebrate Thanksgiving!

ATLANTA, GA — Get ready, folks! Thanksgiving is just around the corner, and it looks like Atlanta is the place to be for this festive fall holiday! According to a recent survey, our beloved city has secured the title of the second best place in the entire country to celebrate Thanksgiving! The only city that managed to outshine us? Beautiful San Diego, California. But hey, second place isn’t too shabby, right?

Gobbling Up Competition

The information comes from WalletHub, a personal finance agency known for crunching numbers and analyzing data. They factored in an impressive 18 key metrics, including the all-important weather forecasts and the often pesky issue of flight delays, to create their list of the Best Places to Go for Thanksgiving. With Thanksgiving quickly approaching on November 28, it’s the right time to start planning those holiday gatherings and festive meals!

What Makes Atlanta Shine?

So, what exactly puts Atlanta on the map when it comes to Thanksgiving celebrations? According to WalletHub’s report, Atlanta boasts an abundance of high-quality restaurants where you can munch on some mouthwatering turkey and other delicious trimmings. But that’s not all! This vibrant city also features a wide array of shops for your holiday decorations, making it easy to get into that Thanksgiving spirit! Just imagine, twinkling lights, colorful table settings, and a feast fit for a king!

Excitement in the Air

It’s also worth noting that residents of Atlanta have shown high levels of enthusiasm for the holiday season, especially when you take a peek at Google search trends. According to WalletHub Analyst Chip Lupo, “The best cities for celebrating Thanksgiving all have an abundance of high-quality restaurants and places to buy festive decorations, and their residents get very excited for the holiday based on their Google search history.” And trust us, the excitement around here is palpable!

Traveling with Ease

Another feather in Atlanta’s cap is its excellent record for on-time flights. With Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport right in our backyard, the city is a major travel hub, and during this chaotic holiday season, only 10 percent of flights in and out of Atlanta faced delays last year. That puts Atlanta at the third-lowest percentage in the U.S., which is fantastic news for anyone traveling to join their family for turkey time!

Giving Back to the Community

Did you know that Atlanta is also making waves in the charity department? WalletHub revealed that our fair city ranks among the top cities in the nation for the number of charitable organizations per capita. Generous Atlanta residents contribute an average of 5.5 percent of their income to charity, earning a place as the 17th highest percentage in the U.S. This is the true meaning of Thanksgiving, folks!

Top 10 Best Places to Celebrate Thanksgiving

If you’re curious to see how your city stacks up, check out the top 10 best places for Thanksgiving, according to WalletHub:

1. San Diego, CA
2. Atlanta, GA
3. San Francisco, CA
4. Orlando, FL
5. Las Vegas, NV
6. Seattle, WA
7. Portland, OR
8. Washington, D.C.
9. New York, NY
10. Chicago, IL

So, there you have it, folks! As we prepare for a celebration filled with family, friends, and of course, plenty of turkey, let’s remember to embrace all the amazing reasons that make Atlanta a fantastic place to be during the holiday season. Here’s to a joyful and delicious Thanksgiving!