{"id":62385,"date":"2025-11-14T18:52:42","date_gmt":"2025-11-14T18:52:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/newsroom\/?p=62385"},"modified":"2025-11-17T21:13:45","modified_gmt":"2025-11-17T21:13:45","slug":"u-s-government-shutdown-november-2025-what-travelers-need-to-know","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/newsroom\/u-s-government-shutdown-november-2025-what-travelers-need-to-know\/","title":{"rendered":"Government Shutdown Travel Tips 2025"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>Here\u2019s what travelers need to know to minimize disruptions and travel with confidence.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Stay Updated<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Download the <strong>Expedia app<\/strong> and enable <strong>push notifications<\/strong> for real-time alerts.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Visit the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/helpcenter\/?product=Travel%20Alerts&amp;productId=travel-alerts&amp;articleId=40743\">Expedia Help Center<\/a><\/strong> for trip resources and airline links.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Flying soon?<\/strong> Check your airline\u2019s website for the latest updates\u2014links to major carriers are available in the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/helpcenter\/?product=Travel%20Alerts&amp;productId=travel-alerts&amp;articleId=40743\">Expedia Help Center Travel Alert<\/a><\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Quick Travel Tips<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>TSA &amp; Air Traffic Control:<\/strong> Longer lines and delays may persist until staffing levels normalize.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Flights: <\/strong>Expect continued reduced schedules and possible delays. Monitor your flight status via the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/helpcenter\/?product=Travel%20Alerts&amp;productId=travel-alerts&amp;articleId=40743\">Expedia Help Center<\/a><\/strong> and airline websites.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Lodging &amp; Car Rentals:<\/strong> Notify providers of delays to avoid fees. Find details of your upcoming trips in our&nbsp;<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/helpcenter\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Expedia Help Center<\/a>.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Need Help?<\/strong> Use Expedia\u2019s Virtual Agent or call us 24\/7.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Passports:<\/strong> Processing continues but remains slower &#8211; apply early.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Global Entry &amp; TSA PreCheck:<\/strong> Interviews may be delayed or rescheduled.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>National Parks &amp; Museums:<\/strong> Some closures may remain &#8211; check ahead.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Refunds &amp; Credits: <\/strong>Policies vary\u2014Expedia advocates for your best outcome.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Frequently Asked Questions&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Is TSA still operating during the government shutdown?&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes. 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Expedia advocates on your behalf to help resolve issues.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>How can I get help if my travel plans change?&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Use Expedia\u2019s\u202fVirtual Agent\u202ffor quick help or contact our\u202f24\/7 support team\u202ffor more complex issues.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Should I buy travel insurance?<\/strong><br>Airlines and other travel partners provide travel insurance options that may protect you. You will need to understand your options when booking and if you did purchase insurance what is covered.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Will Global Entry or TSA PreCheck applications be delayed?&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes. 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