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Travel & Getaways From Kim Knox Beckius, your About Travel & Getaways Editor Greetings, Travelers! Thanksgiving is three weeks away, and the holiday travel crunch is on. If you're searching for travel advice, last-minute package deals or motivation to finalize your holiday travel plans, our Guides are here to help. ~Kim 8 Tips for Smooth Holiday Travels The worst time to travel is during the holidays: Airports are crowded, delays are the norm, and hotel rates soar. Yet, the holidays are also a time when couples want to gather with family and make maximum use of days off from work. If you're determined to travel at the most stressful time of the year, these tips from Romantic Travel Guide Susan Breslow Sardone will make your lives easier. Put Your Luggage on a Pre-Thanksgiving Diet More than ever, bulky bags will cost you. Before you fly this holiday season, review the airlines' baggage policies and fees, and learn some new strategies for packing as light as possible. See More About:  airline baggage policies  airline baggage weight requirements  airline baggage fees Thanksgiving in the UK? Chin Up! So, you decided to forgo Thanksgiving to take advantage of a great deal on travel to the United Kingdom, or work or school commitments keep you across the pond as the holiday approaches. What will you do when you find yourself homesick for sweet potatoes and Mom's chestnut stuffing? Not to worry. Here's your guide to celebrating a traditional Thanksgiving in the UK. See More About:  thanksgiving dinners  us holidays  expat americans Holiday Travel Tips for Seniors Nothing beats spending the holidays with loved ones: especially little ones who grow up so fast! But there's no question holiday season travel can be costly and daunting. Planning ahead is critical if you want to reduce the stress and costs. Follow these steps to ensure the chief thing you remember about your trip is the grandkids' smiles. More Holiday Travel Tips Below See More About:  holiday travel  trip planning  holiday travel tips Travel & Getaways Ads Travel Deals Travel Package Air Travel Travel Agents Travel Agencies Featured Articles Take Your Family to the Caribbean for Turkey Day A Student's Guide to Getting Home Cheaply for the Holidays The Best Ways to See Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade You CAN Take Liquids on the Plane (and Avoid Checking Bags) Free Travel Games and Crafts to Keep Kids Amused in the Car Thanksgiving Weekend Fun in the US Southeast   More from About.com What is ADD? Learn more about Attention Deficit Disorder, a condition that affects approximately 2 million children in the United States. More> Living with ADD Distractibility, restlessness, and difficulty organizing oneself are just a few of the issues individuals with ADD must learn to cope with. More>   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Travel & Getaways newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2011 About.com   More to Explore Last-Minute Thanksgiving Getaway Ideas How To Reduce the Stress of Traveling with Kids Video: Tips for Calling Airlines About Missed Flights Advertisement