Despite coming off the heels of the longest government shutdown in U.S. history, Americans are projected to travel for the Thanksgiving holiday this year at record levels, with nearly 90 percent expected to hit the open road.
The American Automobile Association (AAA) estimates that 81.8 million people will travel at least 50 miles from home between Nov. 25 and Dec. 1.
That is an increase of 1.6 million travelers from 2024, setting a record for the Thanksgiving holiday period.
“Roads, airports, train stations, and cruise terminals will be stuffed like a Thanksgiving turkey, so expect plenty of company,” Marie Dodds, public affairs director for AAA Oregon/Idaho, said in a statement….