How Americans are celebrating Labor Day
In New Jersey, Americans are racing on the beach in Ocean City to celebrate Labor Day as the 2024 summer approaches its end. CBS News Philadelphia's Kim Hudson reports.
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Labor Day travel. What to expect.
Americans traveling for the Labor Day weekend are returning home after benefitting from this summer's lower gas prices and domestic travel deals. CBS News' Errol Barnett updates the weather and travel conditions.
How to make Labor Day travel better
Millions of Americans are returning home from their Labor Day holiday weekend travels after a summer of lower airfares and cheaper gas prices compared to recent years. CBS News' Errol Barnett has more.
Labor Day weekend travel spikes
The record-breaking summer travel season is getting one last jolt this Labor Day weekend. According to AAA, domestic travel is expected to be up 9% from last year, with travel costs slightly lower than they were in 2023.
Peak Travel Day for Labor Day weekend
TSA expects millions at airports across the nation for the Labor Day weekend and weather delays don't appear too severe, although some storms may appear in some major travel hubs. CBS News' Roxana Saberi reports.
Labor Day travel rush underway
The Transportation Safety Administration says that more than 17 million people are expected to be screened at the nation's airports between Thursday and Sept. 4. Roxana Saberi has the latest on what travelers can expect.
TSA preparing for busy Labor Day weekend
TSA is preparing for what's expected to be the busiest Labor Day travel on record with 17 million people expected to fly through the long weekend. That's up 9% from last year. CBS News correspondent Roxana Saberi has more.
Record travel expected for Labor Day
An estimated 17 million people are expected to travel by plane over the Labor Day holiday with more than 52,000 flights expected to depart Thursday. The anticipated record turnout is thanks to lower prices as flight costs are down 5% compared to last Labor Day, according to the booking app Hopper. Gas prices are also lower.
Big travel expected for Labor Day weekend
The TSA says it's preparing for the busiest Labor Day travel period on record, with about 17 million people expected to be screened at airports between Thursday and next Wednesday. CBS News correspondent Roxana Saberi has more on what to look out for if you're traveling.
Royal Caribbean is building 3 more Icon-style megaships
The industry has come under attack for its growing ship sizes, yet Royal Caribbean is moving full speed ahead on building at least three more megaships.
18 beachgoers in Japan bitten by "usually calm" dolphins this year
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Best Labor Day luggage deals: Save on Samsonite, Monos, Tumi and more
Save big on carry-ons, backpacks, checked bags and more for your Labor Day 2024 travels.
Real ID needed for plane travel in U.S.
Americans flying within the U.S. will soon be asked for a Real ID for domestic air travel. CBS MoneyWatch reporter Megan Cerullo breaks down the new requirement.
Overtourism creates havoc this summer as travelers swarm scenic destinations
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These are the top 10 destinations for Labor Day travel
Labor Day weekend will mark the end of the summer travel season. Here's how Americans are capping it off.
AAA: Labor Day travel to break records
AAA predicts a busy Labor Day weekend, capping off a record-setting summer travel season. American Airlines is preparing for its busiest Labor Day ever, with nearly 4 million passengers expected to travel, a 14% increase from last year.
North Korea reportedly to reopen border city to tourists after 5 years
Chinese-based tour operators said North Korea will soon allow visitors to the mountainous northern city of Samjiyon.
Americans spending less on travel, WSJ finds
Americans are hitting the brakes on their travel spending, according to new reporting from the Wall Street Journal, with executives from companies like Expedia and Hilton expecting Americans to take fewer trips in the coming months, pointing to signs of "softness" in spending. Paula Twidale, senior VP of travel for AAA, joined CBS News to discuss the trend.
Theme parks reporting drop in revenue
Vacationers have been selective in where they go this year, causing a decline in revenue and attendance for some of the country's largest theme parks. Six Flags says its attendance declined 2%, partly due to fewer operating days, while Disney says its attendance remained stable, but income in its park division declined 6%. Clint Henderson, managing editor for the Points Guy, joined CBS News to discuss the decline in spending at theme parks.
Debby remnants disrupt flights in Northeast
The remnants of Debby made their way north Friday, dumping heavy rain that's caused severe flash floods in the region. The severe rainfall has forced many flight delays in the Northeast. CBS News' Tom Hanson has more from Newark Liberty International Airport.
Debby snarling travel in Northeast U.S.
The remnants of what was once Hurricane Debby are making their way up the East Coast and causing headaches for travelers. Flight-tracking service FlightAware shows more than 1,400 flights within, into or out of the United States have been delayed so far Friday and more than 160 cancellations have been reported. Weather Channel meteorologist Kelly Cass has a look at the forecast and CBS News senior transportation correspondent Kris Van Cleave has more on the travel delays Debby is causing.
August travel deals offering summer savings
Condé Nast Traveler's latest issue shows August is a great month to snag last-minute deals on some cool destinations with flights possibly cheaper than expected. Erin Florio, executive editor for Condé Nast Travel, joined CBS News to discuss some ways you can save while jetsetting.
Boeing questioned over door panel blowout
Top Boeing officials faced tough questions from the National Transportation Safety Board on Tuesday over a mid-air door panel blowout on one of its planes earlier this year. The incident raised new questions about the company's aircraft safety. CBS News senior transportation correspondent Kris Van Cleave has the latest.
Welcome to Sealand: World’s smallest state
Sealand, an offshore platform off England's coast, is the world’s smallest state. It has just one permanent resident and its own royal family.
Tips for Americans attending Paris Olympics
The Paris Olympics have drawn an estimated 15 million people to the City of Light. After living there for over six years, influencer Amanda Rollins has gained more than 1 million TikTok followers and 209,000 on Instagram through her "American Fille" blog. Rollins joins CBS News to share tips for Americans visiting Paris.
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