Summer Travel May Actually Be Cheaper to Certain Destinations, Expert Says
- AAA projects 45.1 million Americans will travel at least 50 miles over Memorial Day weekend from May 22 to May 26, possibly breaking a 20-year record.
- This travel surge follows lower gas prices, which averaged about $3.13 per gallon nationwide, down 40 cents from last year’s Memorial Day price of $3.59.
- Survey data show 56% of drivers intend to drive more this summer, with many choosing road trips over flying due to cost and convenience concerns.
- Paula Twidale of AAA highlighted that this holiday weekend is expected to see one million more travelers than in 2019, indicating a surge in travel activity and a busy summer season ahead.
- Despite cost-of-living pressures causing some cutbacks, Americans’ positive outlook and desire to travel suggest increased summer travel volumes exceeding pre-pandemic levels.
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Summer travel may actually be cheaper to certain destinations, expert says
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