Many Americans staying home this summer, new Fox poll finds
High Costs Grounding Summer Travel Plans?
A recent Fox poll reveals that 72% of respondents are altering their summer travel plans due to high costs, with more than half opting to stay home or seek cheaper alternatives this Memorial Day Weekend. Tiana Armstrong and others are adjusting their plans, switching from flying to driving to manage expenses. AAA anticipates a record 38.4 million people will travel by car, starting with this weekend, highlighting the impact of rising prices on vacation choices.
What alternative transportation method is becoming more popular among Americans due to the high costs of flying, as mentioned in the news?
Due to the high costs of flying, many Americans are opting to drive as an alternative transportation method. A spokesperson from AAA mentioned that they are projecting a record number of 38.4 million people traveling by car starting this Memorial Day Weekend. This shift is largely influenced by the need to save money on travel expenses2.
What is the expected peak time for flight prices this summer according to the travel site Hopper?
According to the travel site Hopper, flight prices this summer are expected to peak at the end of May and early June1.