Thanksgiving
12 tips for traveling during the holidays
Mary Schiavo, former Department of Transportation inspector general
Thanksgiving regrets: Avoid workout mistakes and putting on pounds
Fairfax Hackley, personal trainer
Getting a Thanksgiving feast without the effort
A big Thanksgiving tradition for many is spending the day preparing a big feast. For others, it's just eating that feast. If you don't want to spend Thanksgiving Day cooking, you have options.
Managing stress at the Thanksgiving dinner table
Throughout the country, Thanksgiving dinner brings people together with friends, family and loved ones. However, Thanksgiving also means time spent with awkward uncles, pesky siblings and longstanding rivalries.
Prepare for unavoidable holiday traffic delays
"Traditionally, the Wednesday before Thanksgiving was the heaviest rush hour of the year. People have realized that doesn't work too well, so we've seen a trend for people to get away as soon as they can conveniently do so," says WTOP Traffic Reporter Bob Marbourg.
Holiday travel: Heads up, more drivers on their phones
The days surrounding Thanksgiving are some of the year's busiest on the roads, and a survey suggests more drivers will have their eyes on their phones while driving.
How to safely deep-fry a turkey (Video)
As turkey fryers grow in popularity, firefighters and paramedics are trying to get out the word about safety.
Thanksgiving meal costs still a good deal despite increase
The cost of the traditional Thanksgiving dinner is a bit higher this year, but it still constitutes a great bargain.
Thanksgiving road trip could cost more than last year
Prices in the D.C. metro region and around the country are about the same as last Thanksgiving, but much higher in areas affected by Superstorm Sandy.
Holiday season means ice skating on the Mall
Here is a list of the area's ice skating options plus hours and skate rental prices.
Plan ahead: A holiday favorite is rolling into town
This is the stuff that memories are made of, riding VRE's Santa Train. The magical holiday train ride for kids, with the big guy in the red suit, is always a red hot seller. And you might want to lock up you tickets fast.
What Washingtonians will do on Black Friday
Believe it or not, Black Friday is only five days away - or four days for those planning to shop at Walmart, which opens for deals at 8 p.m. on Thanksgiving Day.
Local family helps hundreds of needy families with hugs and food
Hundreds gathered Saturday in Northwest D.C. to pack Thanksgiving food boxes for needy families in the region.
Choose a versatile All-American Wine this Thanksgiving
Scott Greenberg, wine columnist for the Washington Examiner
Pump prices drop before Thanksgiving week
WTOP's Pain in the Gas Survey shows prices of all grades fell by 6 cents since last week.
Don't worry, eat happy: Tips for smart eating this Thanksgiving
Here are 11 ways you can enjoy that Thanksgiving meal without too much guilt.
Holiday tradition that costs families $15M a year in damage
For some, frying the Thanksgiving turkey is a family tradition. But every year families lose their homes and sometimes loved ones due to fires caused by deep fat fryers.
Go for the pumpkin pie, it's healthy for you
When faced with the option of chocolate cake or pumpkin pie this holiday season, go with the pie. Find out why.
9 tips to snag seats together on holiday flights
Airlines are making it much more difficult for groups of travelers to sit together, but there are ways to find those seats.
Is Thanksgiving song a nightmare? (VIDEO)
The producer who brought you Rebecca Black and her hit "Friday" has a new tweener with a "hit" holiday song called "Thanksgiving."
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