Labor Day Travel Pulse: AAA says Labor Day weekend demand stays strong despite higher costs and heavier traffic, with Seattle ranking among the top domestic destinations and afternoons/evenings expected to be the worst driving times. Gas Watch: AAA Washington reports Pacific County regular averaging just under $5.70 a gallon, with the statewide average at $5.44—up sharply from last year. Cruise Deals from Seattle: Holland America opened bookings for its 2028 Alaska season, including round-trips from Seattle and Vancouver and new itineraries featuring Glacier Bay and the Great Bear Rainforest. Wildfire Safety Tech (San Juan County): DNR-backed cameras on Orcas Island help detect wildfires faster, aiming to reduce response gaps during peak late-summer risk. Local Travel & Safety: Ruston begins a 30-day warning phase for automated speed enforcement aimed at protecting pedestrians and cyclists near parks and high-risk corridors. Washington Food & Wine: Quincy winemaker Cameron Fries marks 40 years with an event Sept. 19 at White Heron Cellars. Seattle Visitor Context: The State Department plans to revoke up to 200,000 tourist/business visas tied to asylum claims, with Washington’s immigration system expected to feel the impact.