Thanksgiving is one of the busiest travel days of the year. If you're hitting the road to head home for the holidays, check out the links on this page for driving tips, traffic alerts and road and weather conditions.USA Today: Air Officials Get Set for Travel Trial
Save Money on Gas
Whether your driving a hundred miles, or a thousand, saving money on gas is a top priority. Here are a few tips that will help you save at the pumps:
- Ride with your windows closedOpen Travel Info: How to Save Money on Gas
- Avoid heavy traffic and places where you will have to stop and startOpen Travel Info: How to Save Money on Gas
- Keep your tires properly inflatedOpen Travel Info: How to Save Money on Gas
- Don't weigh down the car with unnecessary itemsAOL Auto: Gas Saving Tips for Road Trips
- If you have cruise control, use itAOL Auto: Gas Saving Tips for Road Trips
Thanksgiving Destinations
Popular Thanksgiving destinations include visiting friends and relatives, as well as vacationing. Resorts like Disney and attractions like the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade draw in major crowds, so if you're planning something special don't wait until the last minute to finalize the details.
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Give yourself enough time to arrive at your destination safely
