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Top Labor Day Travel Trends of 2024
AAA | August 20, 2024
WASHINGTON, DC (Aug. 20, 2024) – This year’s record-breaking, blockbuster summer travel season comes to a close with many Americans exploring Alaska by cruise. According to AAA booking data, Seattle is the number one Labor Day weekend* destination, up nearly 30% from last year when it also topped the list. Anchorage and Juneau are also on the top ten list of Labor Day destinations. “This is the time of year to go on an Alaska cruise,” said Paula Twidale, Senior Vice President of AAA Travel. “There are fewer crowds compared to earlier in the summer, and if you’re lucky, you might even catch a glimpse of fall colors! It’s no ...
What to Expect for Travel to Europe in the Summer of 2023?
Gregg Rockett | July 6, 2023
By Gregg Rockett A recent CNN story predicted that the number of Americans traveling to Europe this year will be 55% greater than in 2022. Allianz Partners identified this year’s most popular destinations (i.e., impacted) to be London, Paris, Dublin, Amsterdam and Lisbon - all destinations with infrastructure already creaking under relentless year-round tourism. This massive migration occurs despite the highest airfares in six years and hotel prices that are nearly 40% higher versus 2022, according to Hopper’s report on Summer Travel to Europe. Add to that, the Euro is approximately 10% more expensive than it was at this time in ...
Summer Travel Heats Up: Perennial Favorites Orlando and Cancun Lead Top Vacation Destinations
Allianz Partners | May 19, 2023
Allianz Partners USA Reveals Top 2023 Summer Travel Destinations, Top Days for Travel RICHMOND, Va., May 19, 2023 -- With the summer travel rush about to begin, Allianz Partners' Top 10 Summer Travel Destinations review reveals where Americans are escaping to, with Orlando and Cancun once again topping sun-worshippers' must-visit lists. The travel insurance and assistance company analyzed more than 1.6 million flight itineraries* between five and eight days in length for travel booked between Memorial Day weekend and Labor Day and found that 73% of the itineraries reviewed were for U.S. domestic trips and 27% of travelers are h...
National Survey Reveals 60% of U.S. TikTok Users Have Become Interested in Visiting a New Travel Destination After Seeing it on TikTok
MGH | April 3, 2023
BALTIMORE, April 3, 2023 -- MGH, a full-service marketing communications agency that specializes in tourism marketing and more, today released the results of a recent national survey of U.S. TikTok users that explores how the social media platform drives tourism discovery and action. The survey shows that TikTok — with its recently announced 150 million users in the U.S. — has a major impact on the travel and tourism industry, as 60% of surveyed TikTok users have become interested in visiting a new destination (city, beach, park, etc.) after seeing a TikTok video about it. The survey demonstrates that TikTok isn't just driving...
West Palm Beach Among Priciest Destinations in Florida, Survey Reveals
Cheaphotels.org | February 3, 2023
MIAMI, Feb. 3, 2023 -- West Palm Beach is the third most expensive destination in Florida for hotel stays, according to a new survey by CheapHotels.org. The survey compared hotel rates across 30 popular Florida destinations for the period February-March 2023 – typically the high season for most destinations in the Sunshine State. In West Palm Beach, travelers will have to spend an average of $425 per night for the most affordable double room. Only hotels located close to the beach (or in downtown) and rated at least 3 stars were considered for the survey. Only Sarasota and Marco Island, the latter a barrier island located...
