Independence Day weekend is expected to be the second busiest for travel since 2000, with flight delays, cancellations and staffing issues.
Why it matters: It’s a sign that the summer of “revenge travel” is upon us, with Americans splurging on travel and experiencing delays to make up for pandemic-related cancellations.
Overview: Airlines from coast to coast braced for “operational challenges” this weekend, with some even encouraging customers to book their plans for another weekend.
Zoom in: This week, Philadelphia International Airport experienced approximately 180 delayed flights and 27 cancellations in a single day.
Driving the News: Record numbers of Americans instead plan to take a road trip this Independence Day, despite historically high gas prices, writes Axios’ Kelly Tyko from the travel forecast AAA vacation.
Be smart: Experts are asking travelers to plan ahead and be flexible on the road or in the sky, reports Joann Muller of Axios.
Between the lines: Staying home is also always an option.
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