AUGUSTA, Ga () – Labor Day is the weekend many people take their last summer vacations.

With hundreds on the roads, officials want to make sure you are staying safe whether you are having a stay-cation or a roadtrip.

AAA states that hotel rates are 11% lower and car rental costs are 3% cheaper compared to last year.

Gas prices are also lower getting more people to travel this holiday weekend.

“We usually avoid traveling during holidays because we prefer not to encounter large crowds. So far, we haven’t noticed any speeding or similar issues,” shared Silvia, who is visiting from North Carolina.

Other travelers we spoke with say they weren’t surprised with how many people are already on the roads.

“Last year, I traveled to the beach, and the journey took double the usual time, so I wasn’t shocked by the delay,” remarked Sofia Skidmore, a resident of North Carolina.

Officials say to drive the speed limit, wear your seatbelts and to not drive under the influence.

“I haven’t witnessed much traffic, but there are definitely a lot of people on the road this weekend,” observed Cris Salgato, another resident of North Carolina.

Skidmore added, “At Bucee’s it was so busy we went in and we left.” 

According to AAA the best time to travel on Saturday is between 6-10am and the worst time to travel on Monday is between 1-4pm.