If 37 million people do it, it must be popular. We're talking about traveling for the Thanksgiving holiday weekend. AAA estimates 37.3 million Americans will go at least 15 miles from their home for the holiday.
Even if you're flying by air, you still have to get to the airport first, and that means navigating traffic throughout the area in your car. And you are certainly not alone out there, on this Thanksgiving Eve.
"It's flowing, I haven't had any accidents or traffic jams, so it's pretty good," says Nikki Weaver.
Chances are you'll either be one of these drivers this weekend or know someone who is. And if you're on the road, it's all about traffic and high gas prices, or how to avoid both.
"I'm glad it's under two dollars, I didn't think I'd see it before the first of the year," says traveler Virgil Williams.
"I was glad to come here, it's a $1.99, whereas it's $2.59 (in California), so it's dropped some," says Weaver.
Nikki Weaver has made a two day trek from Los Angeles to Louisiana for the holiday.
"There isn't a big difference between prices in California and the South. I was kind of surprised, it's been ok, I mean it's dropped a little, every little bit helps," said Weaver.
Others are going to more local destinations like Texarkana or Memphis, but that doesn't change the need to avoid large traffic areas.
"I'm looking at a one hour delay in Dallas, but I should get there around three o'clock in the morning," says Williams.
Late night travel may do the trick for Virgil Williams, but if you are going overnight there are a few tips law enforcement would like you to keep in mind. If you're tired, pull over, get a quick nap. Or follow the advice of John McCuen from Tennessee.
"Take your time, steady speed, don't get into a rush, be safe," McCuen says.
If you're going on an instate trip gas prices around Arkansas have certainly settled down. The average price for regular unleaded is $2.07. The cheapest average for any of our neighbors is $1.96 in Missouri.
