NEW YORK — Some trains were sold out and light snow slowed traffic in Denver, but short airport lines surprised people who got a head start on what was predicted to be a day of record travel on the eve of Thanksgiving.
The sun wasn't even up when people started heading to train stations and airports with luggage, children and homemade food for family reunions or fun getaways.
Surveys indicated a record 38.7 million U.S. residents were likely to travel 50 miles or more for the holiday between Wednesday and Sunday, up about 1.5% over last year, according to the AAA auto club.
Smooth sailing so far for most travelers - USATODAY.com
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