U.S. congressional lawmakers have failed to agree on a spending package for the new fiscal year, triggering a federal government shutdown.

That could mean significant travel disruptions for travelers in the U.S. and for visitors from overseas. Impacts could be felt in longer airport lines, muddled itineraries and U.S. National Park closures, including one of the nation’s most popular public tourist sites, the Grand Canyon, which state officials told CNN they cannot afford to keep open if the federal government shuts down. In addition, big losses in tourism revenue could have significant repercussions for the U.S. travel industry.

While many airport employees, including air traffic controllers, are required to show up for work (as they are categorized as essential), they will do so witho

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