According to the AAA, the number of travelers is expected to continue to rise in the coming years, with a projected 3.5 million travelers in 2025.
The Rise of Thanksgiving Travel
The number of people traveling for Thanksgiving has been steadily increasing over the past few years. In 2020, there were approximately 1.1 million travelers, which is a significant jump from the 700,000 who traveled in 2019.
The holiday season is a time of celebration and joy, but it can also be a stressful and overwhelming experience for many people.
The Stress of Holiday Travel
The holiday season is a time of celebration and joy, but it can also be a stressful and overwhelming experience for many people. For those who travel, the added pressure of navigating through crowded airports, dealing with long lines, and finding parking can be daunting.
Millions of Americans will be on the road this Thanksgiving, with a high risk of accidents and fatalities.
The majority of these travelers will be driving, with 72.4 million people expected to hit the road. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) estimates that 400,000 people will be injured in motor vehicle crashes during the Thanksgiving holiday weekend.