The PyeongChang 2018 Winter Olympic Games will take place in PyeongChang from February 9 to 25, followed by the Paralympic Games from March 9-18. Expect extreme congestion, delays, and high security.

In preparation for Winter Storm Mateo, expected to dump heavy snowfall from the Great Plains to the Great Lakes through Friday, airlines have cancelled more than 600 flights, particularly at the Chicago airports. Travelers should re-confirm and are encouraged to take advantage of free changes being offered now.