CALIFORNIA — More people are expected to travel over Labor Day weekend than last year, capping off a record-breaking summer travel season, the Walnut Creek-based AAA Club of Northern California said.

Booking data from AAA showed an increase in demand for cruises to Alaska, European cities and sightseeing.

In port cities such as Seattle, Anchorage and Juneau, cruise bookings increased by as much as 30 percent compared to 2023. All three cities are among the most popular domestic destinations for Labor Day this year, along with others such as San Francisco and Las Vegas.

Overall, domestic travel over Labor Day weekend increased 9 percent year-over-year, while travel costs within the U.S. decreased 2 percent. In addition to Seattle, Orlando, New York, Boston, Las Vegas and Denver are among the most popular destinations on Labor Day.

The trend was different for international destinations; booking data from AAA showed that international travel fell by 4 percent this year. Vancouver topped the list of most popular international destinations, but European cities such as Rome, London and Paris also ranked high.

“When traveling on Labor Day, timing is everything,” said Brian Ng, senior vice president of membership and travel marketing for AAA Northern California. “To make the most of the holiday, head out early, have a Plan B and plan activities that allow you to enjoy the last moments of the season.”

AAA offers four tips for Labor Day travelers: