EVERETT — Labor Day provides one last long weekend before the end of summer.

That means fun and sun, but also travel . Whether on land, on water or in the air, plan ahead, leave early or expect delays.

The Pacific Northwest is once again the number one domestic Labor Day weekend destination, according to AAA spokesperson Sarah White.

The weekend starts Thursday for those who get an extra day off on top of the extra day off, but peak travel days are Friday through Monday. Tuesday’s early hours may surprise some when holiday returners share the road with work commuters.

When driving …

“The smoothest travel times over Labor Day weekend are in the morning hours, ideally before lunch,” White said in an email. “On Saturday, traffic builds quickly, so drivers are advised to hit the road as

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