Expect a record-breaking number of travelers on Fourth of July week: How to avoid traffic

An estimated 70.9 million people will travel for the Fourth of July holiday, a record-breaking number.The most popular domestic destinations are Seattle, Orlando, Anchorage, Honolulu and Miami.The worst times to drive for 4th of July week are July 3 and 4 between 2 p.m. and 7 p.m.If you’re one of the projected record-breaking 70.9 million travelers going on a Fourth of July trip, get ready to pack some patience.“With summer vacations in full swing and the flexibility of remote work, more Americans are taking extended trips around Independence Day,” said Paula Twidale, Senior Vice President of AAA Travel, in a statement. “We anticipate this July 4 week will be the busiest ever with an additional 5.7 million people traveling compared to 2019.”Whether you’re going by airplane or car, traveler numbers are hitting historic highs. An estimated 5.74 million people will fly to their Independence Day destination, a 7% increase from 2023. (We can thank domestic airfare being slightly cheaper thi...