Traveling during Thanksgiving can be a mess. These seven tips will help to reduce the stress.
- Leave Tuesday. Wednesday and Thursday are two of the biggest traveling days of the year, and you don’t want to be stuck in a car or delayed on a tarmac while waiting to see loved ones. Leaving on Tuesday will give you ample time to arrive, and you are sure to miss the heavy holiday traffic.
- Drive at off-peak hours. The most cars on the road usually occurs between 9am and noon. If you leave very early morning or later in the afternoon, you are more likely to avoid major traffic issues.
- Put any liquids in a clear plastic bag. If you are flying, you want liquids to be as visible as possible. Remember the 3oz rule, and keep them in a clear plastic bag so that if security asks to search your bag they can be as efficient as possible.
- Dress for Success. If you are flying, make sure you empty your pockets of loose change, wear minimal jewelry, and avoid a belt. Slip-on shoes are also much easier when you get to the security line, and help to speed the process up.
- Choose your line. Many airlines now offer different security lines such as expert, casual, and family. If you have children or have to declare liquids or go through customs, the later options will help to ease stress.
- Utilize technology. Many smart phones now have scanable boarding passes and downloadable airport maps. Use these to your advantage to reduce stress and speed up the process.
- Buy snacks. With recent cutbacks, many airlines no longer serve food on shorter flights. If you have children make sure to bring food with you, since it may not be available on the plane.
Do you have any other holiday travel tips?
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