The Transportation Security Administration expects to see a 6% increase in travel this holiday weekend.

Passenger counts over the entire period are expected to be 6% higher than 2022 with the busiest travel days happening Thursday and Friday as well as Tuesday for the rush of those returning home.

The two biggest tips TSA can offer to passengers is don't be late for your flight and don't wrap gifts because there's a chance TSA agents may have to unwrap them.

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