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Today marks a significant day for travelers making their way back home after indulging in festive holiday events. According to AAA, it's highly recommended for drivers to steer clear of the busy afternoon hours, proposing that setting off before noon or after 7 p.m. would be more advisable.
A staggering number of over 115 million individuals embarked on journeys spanning 50 miles or more during this extensive 10-day holiday period. Impressively, nearly 104 million people opted for driving as their mode of transport to reach their holiday getaways, marking it as the second-highest recorded figure, trailing behind the numbers from 2019.