A record-breaking 81.8 million Americans are expected to travel at least 50 miles from home during the Thanksgiving holiday period from Tuesday (November 25) to Monday (December 1), according to AAA. This figure marks an increase of 1.6 million travelers compared to last year, setting a new record for Thanksgiving travel. The holiday is the busiest travel period of the year, surpassing others like Memorial Day and July 4.

On the roads, about 73.2 million people are expected to drive , representing a 1.8% increase from 2024. Traffic is anticipated to be heaviest on Tuesday and Wednesday afternoons, with the best times to travel being before noon on Tuesday and 11 a.m. on Wednesday, according to INRIX, a transportation analytics firm. The Sunday after Thanksgiving is expected to have he

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