AAA Projects Busiest Travel Holiday on Record; Roads and Airports as Crowded as the Mayflower.SAN FRANCISCO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nov. 23, 1998--Northern Californians will be stuffing the highways and skyways to set a travel record over Thanksgiving weekend, AAA AAA: see American Automobile Association. (Triple A) A common single-cell battery used in a myriad of electronic devices of all variety. Like its double A (AA) cousin, it provides 1.5 volts of DC power. When used in series, the voltage is multiplied. reported today. "A record 33.6 million Americans will make a pilgrimage of at least 100 miles from home this Thanksgiving weekend," said AAA of Northern California Northern California, sometimes referred to as NorCal, is the northern portion of the U.S. state of California. The region contains the San Francisco Bay Area, the state capital, Sacramento; as well as the substantial natural beauty of the redwood forests, the northern spokesman Paul Moreno Paul C. Moreno is a Democratic state representative from El Paso, Texas. Born in 1931, grew up in “El Segundo Barrio” of El Paso. After high school, he served six years in the U.S. Marine Corp and saw combat in the Korean War. . "A strong economy and low gas prices are the recipe for abundant travel." The most popular driving destinations for Northern Californians this weekend are Lake Tahoe, Monterey, Southern California Southern California, also colloquially known as SoCal, is the southern portion of the U.S. state of California. Centered on the cities of Los Angeles and San Diego, Southern California is home to nearly 24 million people and is the nation's second most populated region, and Las Vegas Las Vegas (läs vā`gəs), city (1990 pop. 258,295), seat of Clark co., S Nev.; inc. 1911. It is the largest city in Nevada and the center of one of the fastest-growing urban areas in the United States. , according to according to prep. 1. As stated or indicated by; on the authority of: according to historians. 2. In keeping with: according to instructions. 3. AAA. Northern California gas prices are at four-and a-half-year low , with a gallon of regular unleaded self-serve gas averaging $1.17, according to AAA's monthly gas survey. "Despite the busy travel period, anyone who is flexible on departure times and routing can still book package vacations," Moreno said. "Wednesday and Sunday are traditionally the year's peak days for air travel, but Thanksgiving Day and the Friday after are slow air travel days." About one in eight Americans will venture 100 miles or more from home this weekend. Ten percent of Americans -- or 27.7 million -- will drive. Two percent -- or 5.8 million -- will go by airplane airplane, aeroplane, or aircraft, heavier-than-air vehicle, mechanically driven and fitted with fixed wings that support it in flight through the dynamic action of the air. , train or bus, according to AAA's survey. Nearly two-thirds (63 percent) of holiday travelers will stay overnight with family or friends, while 23 percent will say in hotels and motels Motels may refer to any of the following:
Tips for air travelers
-- Arrange for a ride or take public transit to the airport as
parking lots will fill quickly.
-- Plan to arrive at the airport two hours before departure time to
allow for baggage check and security checks. Allow three hours
for international flights.
-- When calling airlines to confirm your departure and return
flights, ask about the carry on baggage policies, which many
airlines have changed recently. With so many families traveling
together, carry on luggage rules may be more strictly enforced.
Tips for motorists
-- Check your auto's tires, oil and coolant level, lights and
windshield wipers before starting any long trip. Carry a
flashlight and vehicle safety kit. If traveling in snow, bring
tire chains, ice scraper and blankets. Keep your fuel tank at
least half full in case of detours or very slow traffic.
-- Plan your route and keep a map handy. Avoid rush hour by leaving
earlier or planning your meal stops during peak commute hours.
Take a break every two hours or 100 miles of driving. Do not be
in a hurry as wet weather and heavy traffic require more careful
driving.
-- Bring snacks and soft toys for young children. Books on tape can
help pass the time on a long trip.
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