One of the busiest travel days is among us with Thanksgiving arriving on Nov. 27, also marking the start of the holiday travel season.
This year, 81.8 million Americans are set to travel between Nov. 25 and Dec. 1 – approximately 1.6 million more than last year – once again breaking a new record for domestic travelers, according to AAA. The majority of Thanksgiving travelers will hit the road, but about 6 million are set to take to the skies to reach their destinations.
There will also be a record growth of cruisers enjoying the holiday week.
"Thanksgiving travel numbers are always impressive because this holiday has become synonymous with heading out of town to spend time with loved ones," said Stacey Barber, vice president of AAA Travel, in a statement. "People are willing to brave the crowds and make last-minute adjustments to their plans to make lifelong memories, whether it’s visiting extended family or meeting up with friends."
Here's what to know about Thanksgiving travel.
