Thanksgiving Playlist on Repeat

The car ride is filled with holiday music – or one person’s attempt at a “perfect” playlist.

Lost Luggage Panic

Someone’s luggage goes missing or takes its sweet time showing up on the carousel.

New Travel Buddy

You make an unexpected friend during your trip, bonding over travel woes or holiday excitement.

Surprise Road Trip Detour

A scenic detour (planned or not) becomes part of the journey – adding miles and laughs.

"Flight Delayed" Announcement

The dreaded “flight delayed” announcement comes over the loudspeaker, sending a collective groan through the crowd.

Layover Too Long

A three-hour layover or more gives you way too much time to get familiar with the terminal.

"It Smells Like Food"

Someone brings a fragrant meal onboard, filling the bus, plane, or car with Thanksgiving aromas (or worse).

Car Games Fail

A classic car game starts off fun but quickly descends into complaints or confusion.

Middle Seat Struggle

You get stuck in the dreaded middle seat, sandwiched between two strangers for hours.

Overheard Family Drama

You catch a conversation in the airport or station about family issues. It's juicy but awkward.

Someone Complains About Delays

A fellow traveler sighs about the delays – and you’re definitely feeling their pain.

Road Trip Snack Attack

The car is filled with snacks, and everyone has strong opinions about which ones are essential.

Free Square

Loud Phone Talker Nearby

Someone nearby is having a very loud, very personal phone call. You hear every word.

Misplaced Boarding Pass Panic

Just as boarding starts, there’s a frantic search for a boarding pass that mysteriously disappeared.

Overstuffed Suitcase Struggle

Someone’s suitcase is too full to zip shut. Creative packing strategies are a must.

Last-Minute Bathroom Stop

Right as you’re hitting the road, someone remembers they need to use the bathroom.

Early Morning Departure Groans

The day starts before dawn, and everyone’s just a little too grumpy to handle it.

Charging Station Frenzy

Every outlet at the airport is occupied, and charging devices becomes a battle of survival.

"Are We There Yet?" Moment

Someone in the car asks for an ETA, even though you’re only an hour into the drive.

The Seat Switch Plea

Someone asks you to switch seats – whether on a plane, train, or bus. It’s an awkward decision.

Airport Security Line Crawl

The security line seems never-ending, moving at a painfully slow pace. Patience is tested!

Lost in the Rental Car Lot

A classic Thanksgiving move – losing track of the rental car among the endless rows.

Thanksgiving Travel Selfie

You snap a selfie en route to capture the travel vibes (or the sleep-deprived look).

Holiday Traffic Jam

A Thanksgiving traffic jam that crawls for miles. Tension builds as minutes turn into hours.