"77% of holiday travelers are making 5adjustments, but they don't want to skip the trip 6entirely. They're willing to drive instead of fly. They're willing to stay in cheaper 7accommodations or pick cheaper activities."

Bankrate senior industry analyst Ted Rossman says you may find deals if you have 8flexible travel days. 

"Could you go earlier? Could you stay later? If you're willing to fly the morning of Thanksgiving, that actually might be a big cost savings opportunity and hopefully you still get there 9in time for the family dinner." 

And make your money work for you. 

"Take stock of your rewards points and miles, whether it's cashback, credit card rewards or airline miles or hotel points, you may be sitting on more 10value than you 11realize." 

Another 12concern for travelers flight delays and cancellations, especially after a rough holiday travel season last year. But you can book with a credit card that has strong 13travel insurance protections. 

"A lot of cards will include these 14at no added cost, and they help with everything from 15damaged rental cars to canceled or 16delayed flights, lost or delayed luggage." 

Just a few steps you can take to make sure your holidays are as happy and 17stress-free as possible.