WASHINGTON, DC (June 20, 2024) – AAA projects 70.9 million travelers will head 50 miles or more from home over the Independence Day holiday travel period*. “Road trips over the holiday week could take up to 67% longer than normal. If you are unsure which car seat is best for your child, Chicco offers a car seat comparison guide. *Independence Day Holiday Travel PeriodFor this forecast, the Independence Day holiday travel period is defined as the nine-day period from Saturday, June 29 to Sunday, July 7. This is the first year the Independence Day holiday travel period is a longer timeframe with two weekends included.