AAA predicts Thanksgiving travel will exceed pre-pandemic levels in Florida

ORLANDO, Fla. — AAA says that highways and airports will be crowded this Thanksgiving.

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The agency expects holiday travel will not only meet, but exceed pre-pandemic levels in Florida.

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Officials said 89% of travelers will drive to their Thanksgiving destination.

If you’re hitting the road for the holidays, leave early.

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Traffic is expected to be worst Monday through Wednesday next week, in the afternoons and evenings.

Traffic should be lighter in the mornings.

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