Whether you and your family are hitting the road or flying high this Thanksgiving, you surely won’t be alone in your endeavor.
Prepare Early
Whether considering when to book a flight, when to start packing, when to load up the car, when to map out your route, give yourself a ton of extra time by diving in as early as possible.Consider Traveling at Odd Times
Thanksgiving Day sees dramatically less air passengers than the day before. Is an early morning flight an option for you? It may be something to consider.Communicate Expectations Positively
Helping your family mentally prepare for your Thanksgiving trip may be the most important step of all. Frame your journey as an exciting adventure.Ensure that your children understand that there are likely to be great crowds wherever your headed, all in celebration of Thanksgiving! It’s rather joyful to think of it in those terms.
Pack Your Patience
Things can go awry when tens of millions of people do something all at once. Cancellations, weather delays, general congestion, accidents, lost items, forgotten items, messes, crying children, loud noises, and so on, you may run into any number of unpleasant things along your travels.Remembering that you have little to no control over external circumstances, however, can go a long way toward making sure your journey is a pleasant one.
As long as your family is together, it’s an adventure. Maintain a positive attitude both for your sanity and for the great example that it sets for your children.
Whether you’re venturing over the river or through the wood, a little preparation and a lot of patience will go a long way toward ensuring a Happy Thanksgiving for your family. Happy travels!
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