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Thanksgiving day in US just days away, which means meals and time with friends and family, are just around the corner. It's that time of the year when millions of Americans across the US begin to prepare their travel plans ahead of Thanksgiving. When is Thanksgiving day? Thanksgiving Day 2024 is scheduled to fall on the fourth Thursday in the month of November.
This year fourth Thursday on November 28. Thanksgiving day in US is the biggest holiday season for Americans. The Thanksgiving holiday travel period this year is November 26 to December 2.
ALSO READ: Thanksgiving Day 2024 date in USA: Is It Federal Holiday? 80 million Americans expected to travel for Thanksgiving Americans are expected to set a new record for Thanksgiving travel, with nearly 80 million to hit the roads, catch flights and board cruises over the holiday period, travel group AAA said on Monday, reported news agency Reuters. About 1.7 million more people will travel this year from Tuesday, November 26 to Monday, December 2, compared to a similar period in 2023, the report said.
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This growth is largely driven by the rising popularity of cruises in the post-pandemic era, AAA explained. ALSO READ: Yellowstone Season 5 Part 2: When and where to watch for free and all-episode guide. Is Season 6 on cards? What is the weather forecast for Thanksgiving day? This year, travel for Thanksgiving could be difficult with winter weather forecast to impact a wide swath of the US over the next week.
There are chances of snowfall in Midwest, driving rain along the Gulf Coast and a powerful atmospheric river storm slamming the West Coast, reported The Independent. FOX Weather forecasters have warned that major cities in Wisconsin and Minnesota will be on alert for snow showers on Wednesday, and that travel in the Dakotas could be hazardous through the latter part of this week. The FOX forecast Center said a low-pressure system is expected to form in the Ohio River Valley and Great Lakes region, drifting into the mid-Atlantic and Northeast by the end of the week.
Snow is possible in the Ohio River Valley, the northern mid-Atlantic and the interior Northeast into the weekend but, FOX Weather noted, there is still “substantial uncertainty” about the amount of cold air available for snow. ALSO READ: With Sunita Williams stuck at ISS, Biden reveals his wife wishes to send him to space. Here's why Meanwhile, rain in the Northeast could be heavy, the center added, helping with the ongoing fire weather threatening the tri-state area.
In the Pacific Northwest, there could be some rain. Farther north, Alaska is likely to see snow, as per The Old Farmers Almanac forecasts. Snow will also fall in Colorado’s Rocky Mountains, and rain showers could slow travel from the Ohio Valley to the Deep South.
Why is Thanksgiving day celebrated? Thanksgiving Day is celebrated annually as a national holiday in the North American continent on the fourth Thursday of November. The day is meant to celebrate the harvest season and other blessings of the year gone by. Thanksgiving is all about reflecting on blessings and acknowledging gratitude.
In 1817, New York became the first of several states to officially adopt an annual Thanksgiving holiday; each celebrated it on a different day, however, and the American South remained largely unfamiliar with the tradition. Most Americans consider the holiday a day to gather and express their thanks through food, family, and football. During some Thanksgiving celebrations, people also write down what they are thankful for and then read aloud from the piece of paper.
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According to the National Turkey Federation, nearly 90 per cent of Americans eat the bird — whether roasted, baked or deep-fried — on Thanksgiving Day. Other traditional foods include stuffing, mashed potatoes, cranberry sauce and pumpkin pie. Thanksgiving Day 2024 is a designated US Federal Holiday.
When is Black Friday? Black Friday 2024 will take place on Friday, Nov. 29. Black Friday is typically the big start to the holiday shopping season and an important day for retailers when a number of sales are held.
Amazon Black Friday sale Amazon has unveiled the much-awaited deals for Black Friday Week 2024, promising huge discounts on smartphones, laptops, earbuds and other items, reported CNBC. The Amazon Black Friday sale will kick start from Thursday, November 21, and conclude on Monday, December 2, with new deals being dropped each day, reports said. The e-commerce giant has already made available several early deals that are live on Amazon.
com. What are the discounts on Black Friday sale? During the Black Friday Week 2024, Amazon is offering discounts on a wide range of products. Amazon is offering huge discounts on laptops, electronics, TWS earbuds and clothing.
People can expect significant savings on different laptop options from Apple, HP, Dell and Lenovo, as per reports. Big brands like Apple AirPods, Samsung Galaxy Buds, and many others are likely to see exciting discounts on true wireless earbuds. One can also expect additional deals on smartwatches, tablets as well as home appliances like TVs, washing machines, fridges, and others.
Black Friday Week 2024 is anticipated to offer huge money-saving options across different clothing options for both men and women. FAQs Q1. How many Federal Holidays are there in US government? A1.
There are 11 Federal Holidays recognized by the US Government. Q2. When is Thanksgiving Day 2024? A2.
Thanksgiving Day 2024 is scheduled to fall on the fourth Thursday in the month of November. (With agency inputs) (You can now subscribe to our Economic Times WhatsApp channel ).
