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Also: Everything you need to know about the Standard hotel group joining Hyatt August 29, 2024 [THE POINTS GUY]( [View in browser]( [TPG Daily Newsletter]( TOGETHER WITH [Partner Logo]( [THE POINTS GUY]( TOGETHER WITH [Partner Logo]( Holiday weekend travel tips by Sean Cudahy, Aviation Reporter [TPG | Hero Image] Labor Day weekend is upon us, and with it, the unofficial end of summer. Sure, the peak summer travel season ended weeks ago in the eyes of airlines — and millions across the country — thanks to earlier and earlier school start dates. Still, the weekend is shaping up to be a packed one at airports and destinations as travelers take advantage of [lower airfare]( to sneak in one last summer trip. Here are some travel tips to keep in mind this weekend: No. 1: Get to the airport early Thursday and Friday: On Memorial Day weekend, both Thursday and Friday saw historic crowds at airports. Likewise, today and tomorrow could be the busiest days ahead of Labor Day weekend. No. 2: Use the MyTSA app to plan ahead: If you don’t have TSA PreCheck, [this app]( is a great way to plan how early to get to the airport. Keep in mind that summer 2024 brought the 10 busiest days ever at Transportation Security Administration checkpoints. No. 3: Check for unused travel credits: Have an unused voucher or a $100 hotel credit from your [travel credit card]( Don’t leave money on the table! It’s the end of summer, so unless you have a fall getaway or a holiday trip planned, now could be a great time to use it. No. 4: No Global Entry? Try Mobile Passport Control: Flying back to the U.S. without [Global Entry]( Mobile Passport Control is a [great time-saving option]( for families, all on your phone. No. 5: Travel insurance considerations: It’s prime [hurricane season](. If you’re headed to a storm-prone destination, the time to purchase a [travel insurance plan]( is before a storm is named. 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