Thanksgiving Travel

Did you know that an estimated 38.4 million Americans will travel at least 50 miles from home for the Thanksgiving weekend? The average distance traveled will be 815 miles, but more than a third will travel 250 miles or less.
Driving will account for most of the travel increase, with 33.2 million Americans expected to travel by car . 3 million will travel by air and travel by train, boat, bus and other means is expected to be around 2.9 million Americans .

Traveling during the holiday seasons can be a bit touchy. Here are a few tips to keep you safe:

Plan to leave a day early this year and beat the traffic.

Check that automobile and make sure it is sound.

Pack some snacks and drinks.

Stop along the way. It is a good idea to stop every 2 or 3 hours and get out of the car.
Change drivers if the present driver becomes tired.


Thanksgiving weekend is historically the busiest to travel each year. Whether you are traveling across country or across town- TRAVEL SAFE  !