Christmas travel can be a nightmare at the best of times– without rail disruptions, busier than average roads and more
Families heading off to the grandparents, the in-laws, or on a much-needed getaway this Christmas could likely face travel delays, especially if they're travelling at the same time as others. Figures from the RAC show that nearly 14 million drivers are expected to be on the road this weekend – the last weekend before Christmas.So with Christmas Day next Wednesday, how best can you avoid the pre-festive rush and all that holiday traffic? 1.
The AA also suggests getting your tyres and lights checked before any car journeys and to make sure your phone is fully charged.It's thought that this festive period will be one of the busiest since the AA began keeping records, in 2010.The AA's Chris Wood says: The RMT union has announced strike action for Avanti West Coast trains on 31 December and 2 January, which will have an effect on anyone travelling on those dates.
3. Confirm your return flights before you fly There are set to be 5% more flight departures between today and Thursday 2 January, according to data analysts Cirium. Passengers who encounter cancelled flights should be given the choice of a refund or a booking on the next available flight.
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