While Thanksgiving week is one of the busiest travel times of the year, the holiday itself is not usually as hectic. AAA Spokesman Mark Schieldrop tells WATD News that this day is also a good one to take a cruise. Schieldrop says they have also seen increases in other means of travel such […]
Travelers are out in large numbers for the Thanksgiving holiday. The Wednesday before Thanksgiving, is traditionally the busiest travel day of the year, and AAA Spokesman Mark Schieldrop tells WATD News this year seems to be following that trend. However, Schieldrop says that things have gotten a little easier. In another bit […]
If you’re planning on flying out this Thanksgiving and you haven’t finalized your travel arrangements, AAA Spokesman Mark Schieldrop tells WATD News you may want to get on that. Schieldrop says that there are also other factors to consider as you plan your trip. AAA is forecasting this year to be the third […]
The Labor Day weekend may not officially be underway yet, but many folks are already taking to the roadways. Mark Schieldrop, a Senior Spokesperson for AAA Northeast tells WATD News the uptick in air travel has been significant. While travel would be traditionally wrapped up by Monday, Schieldrop says it may extend a […]
**Cape Cod Canal has since reopened.** Marine traffic on the Cape Cod Canal was suspended due to right whales. The Coast Guard says that the Army Corps of Engineers closed the canal to all vessel traffic, due to the spotting of three right whales. At this time there is no official word as to when […]
As folks prepare to head home after Thanksgiving, they won’t likely be dealing with as many issues on the return trip. AAA Spokesman Mark Schieldrop tells WATD News that this year the trip is likely to be more expensive. Schieldrop says that the higher gas prices are likely to impact spending for things […]
This year we’re expecting to see yet another busy Thanksgiving travel season. AAA Spokesman Mark Schieldrop tells WATD News that we’re also likely to see a fair amount of travel early in the week. However, he says Wednesday is forecasted to be the busiest travel day. With gas prices being so high, […]