| You only have to be at any transport hub at | | | | important people so that you can get in touch |
| Thanksgiving to know that it is one of the most | | | | with them in case something happens. Bring |
| popular times to travel. Use these tips to help put | | | | something to pass the time for yourself (or the |
| a successful Thanksgiving travel plan in place. | | | | kids). Thanksgiving travel can be tedious, especially |
| Step 1: | | | | for kids. Have lots to do - get a load of books, |
| Make sure that your house is ready. As long as | | | | hand-held computer games and or iPod in the |
| you're away from home during Thanksgiving, be | | | | bring-on bag. Kids can sleep during the trip if you |
| sure that your home is suitably cared for. Have | | | | do your travelling at night. This way you will have |
| trusted friends stop by and check on the house | | | | a more peaceful drive to your Thanksgiving |
| every few days. Arrange for pets to be looked | | | | destination. |
| after too. If possible, put your lights on automatic | | | | Step 4: |
| timers so they go on and off automatically. To | | | | Allow some additional time to travel. You can't |
| give the illusion that someone is home you might | | | | really know what the traffic will be like, so leave a |
| want to have a friend or neighbor pull their car | | | | little earlier. You don't want to miss out on turkey! |
| into your driveway. Switch off anything electrical | | | | Step 5: |
| too. | | | | Stay calm. Your nerves will likely be on edge due |
| Step 2: | | | | to the larger numbers of people in traffic or |
| Get your luggage ready. Have everything that | | | | airports at Thanksgiving. Everyone is just trying |
| you'll need with you to ensure you enjoy. Pack | | | | to get to their families, the same as you. Have |
| adequate clothing, but don't overdo it; consider | | | | some patience and remind yourself that you will |
| the climate for the destination of your | | | | get there in the end. This is not going to happen |
| Thanksgiving trip. Don't forget any photos that | | | | over night, it may take some time for you to |
| you have been wanting to share with people all | | | | reach your goals, but you will get there. Taking |
| year! | | | | things to nibble on and play with will help pass the |
| Step 3: | | | | time. You will be with your family for Thanksgiving |
| If you're driving, get directions or get a GPS! And | | | | before you realize it! |
| remember to take the phone numbers of | | | | |