Study Ranks Pennsylvania Cities as ‘Average’ on ‘Best for Thanksgiving’ List

Post-Halloween Pennsylvania Vibrancy

Once we wrap up Halloween celebrations, the remainder of the year seems to fly by at a brisk pace.

Countdown to Thanksgiving in Pennsylvania

Thanksgiving is on its way, and a recent study has highlighted the top spots to revel in the holiday festivities, with Pennsylvania earning a modest ranking.

WalletHub’s Thanksgiving Travel Study

WalletHub, a leading finance platform that offers expert credit card advice, published a study to assist people in planning their Thanksgiving travel.

How the Best Thanksgiving Cities Were Chosen

The study analyzed five key categories – “Thanksgiving Celebrations & Traditions”, “Affordability”, “Safety & Accessibility”, “Giving Thanks”, and “Thanksgiving Weather Forecast”, in addition to other factors such as the “Cost of Thanksgiving Dinner” and “Crime Rate”.

Where Does Pennsylvania Stand?

San Francisco, California, was ranked as the best city for Thanksgiving, while Stockton, California, came in last place. But, where does Pennsylvania fit into this picture?

Pennsylvania’s Thanksgiving City Rankings

Pittsburgh, the first city mentioned from the Keystone State, holds the 25th spot. Philadelphia follows in the 46th position, suggesting both cities offer a fairly average Thanksgiving experience.

Selecting a Thanksgiving Destination

According to Branley W. Brooks, a Marketing Professor at Queens University of Charlotte, each consumer has unique preferences when choosing a Thanksgiving destination. He suggests considering factors like travel affordability, safety, activities, and weather.

Considerations for Thanksgiving Travel

“Traveling to a warm area might seem great weather-wise, but it might be more expensive than traveling to a colder city at Thanksgiving.”