(NewsNation) — Millions of Americans traveled over Labor Day weekend, and plenty more will soon begin planning holiday trips before the year's end.
Here are some travel tips from the NewsNation staff.
TSA PreCheck
"PreCheck, PreCheck, PreCheck," advised Bobby Oler, senior digital producer.
About 99% of those enrolled in TSA PreCheck, an expedited security screening program, wait less than 10 minutes in security lines, according to the Transportation Security Administration.
Benefits include keeping jackets and belts on — the shoe removal requirement was recently lifted for general passengers — and leaving laptops, large electronics and carry-on-sized liquids in bags, allowing for a faster process.
TSA has also expanded its TSA PreCheck Touchless ID program to 15 airports, eliminating