Louisiana July 4 travel weekend [Video]

As the Fourth of July approaches, New Orleans residents are gearing up for what is expected to be a record-breaking travel season. According to the AAA, millions are planning to hit the road, take to the skies, and set sail to celebrate Independence Day.Here’s what the AAA predicts depending on how residents plan on traveling for the holiday this year: Air Travel: Airports across the country are bracing for an influx of passengers, with major hubs like Atlanta, Los Angeles, and Chicago expected to be particularly busy, according to the AAA.AAA predicts 5.7 million people will be traveling on flights this holiday weekend. Airlines have added extra flights to accommodate the surge, and travelers are advised to arrive at least two hours early for domestic flights and three hours for international departures, according to AAA. The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) and Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) officials offered …