Holiday Travel Chaos: What You Need to Know

Holiday travel is in full swing, and it's not pretty.

With so many people on the move, roads and airports are packed. The worst part? A storm is coming, which could make things even harder.

Airports and Roads: A Nightmare

• Airports are expected to be the busiest on December 27th.
• December 20th, Saturday, was the worst day to travel on the roads.
• Over 10 million people in Southern California alone are expected to travel at least 50 miles from home.
• Popular destinations include San Diego, Las Vegas, Anaheim, and national parks.

National Travel Trends

• Over 122 million Americans are traveling this holiday season.
• This is nearly 3% more than last year.
• People are eager to travel after a long year.

Traveler Experiences

The Lucky Ones

• Tim Fox, traveling from LAX to Virginia, was prepared and stress-free.
• He arrived two hours early, but his flight was on time.

The Unlucky Ones

• The Peterson family from Camarillo missed their flight to Hawaii after being stuck on the 405 Freeway for hours.
• They were rebooked on two separate flights the next day.
• Shane Peterson called it a bummer and his first missed flight ever.

Road Hazards

• The 405 Freeway through the Sepulveda Pass is a nightmare due to a repaving project.
• Lanes are reduced between Van Nuys and Westwood, causing delays.

Weather Worries

• A rainstorm is expected next week.
• Travelers are advised to leave early.

The holidays are supposed to be fun, but this year, it's all about survival.