When Thanksgiving Travel Will Be At Its Worst

Author Keith Connors

November 23rd, 2021 10:35 AM

When Thanksgiving travel will be at its worst. If you are hitting the road on Thanksgiving, remember the Early (bird) Turkey Gets (the worm) Home. On Thanksgiving day, traffic could be a little crazy at times, or you may be the only car on the road.  Experts expect a peak between 12 noon and 3pm.

So, yea, the best time to be on and off the road is before 11am.

Now, let’s talk Black Friday. SHOP PEOPLE, SHOP, SHOP, SHOP! Sorry. I get excited. Most stores will open early, so again, be like the Early Bird. Peak traffic on Friday should be between 1pm and 4pm for the most part.

Heads up for returning travelers on the roads expected to peak Saturday between 2 and 7. Then the giant caravan mad rush to get home Sunday between 1 and 7.  Be safe. Have fun in your stretchy pants. And, Happy Thanksgiving!

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Five Tips On What & How To Pack

Getting everything you need into a small carry-on or a duffel can take some skill to maximize the space. It can also be very rewarding and a time-saver to get everything in one bag, too. Less chance of your baggage being lost if you have to check it, you don’t have to pick up your luggage at the baggage carousel, and you can brag to your friends who had three big bags that you have everything you need in your carryon luggage.

• Make A List & Stick To It

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  Write down each day of your trip and what activities are planned for those days. Then write out each item of clothing that you may need. Yes, even write down socks and underwear.  Pull the items on your list and put them aside. I recommend doing this days before your trip, so the night before all you have to do is throw the items in your luggage. Don't go rogue and don't be afraid to edit as you go. Plus, when you get back home you will have less to put away or wash.

• Mix & Match

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  Try to only pack clothes that go together and that don't wrinkle easily. I normally pack clothes that are all black and blue. That way you can wear the same sweater with all outfits and mix and match.  For example, a simple black dress can be paired with a cardigan one night and a sheer kimono another night and you have 3 different looks that take up very little space in your luggage.

• Shoes

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  Yes, I do realize it's good to have options, but shoes can take up a lot of room in your luggage. Try to bring no more than two pairs of shoes. Wear the clunkiest pair to your destination and pack the smaller pair.
• Be Mindful

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  When you pack your clothes, be very mindful of how you are putting them in your bag. Many times rolling your garments will take up less space than folding. Also, if you travel a lot, consider investing in packing cubes that can help you compartmentalize better. Don't forget to use all of the available space; stuff your socks in shoes, stuff tank tops or t-shirts in the cups of your undergarments. Get creative!

• Know The Rules

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  If you are traveling by air, know your airlines' baggage policy. Also, remember the TSA rules for liquids. Limit liquids to 3.4-ounce bottles or smaller and inside a single, clear, quart-size zip-top bag. If you don't have TSA precheck, pack your liquids bag so it's easily accessible when going through security. This also goes for any electronics that may need to be removed from your bags when going through security.

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Author Keith Connors

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