From Sea to Shining Sea: AAA Predicts 47.9 Million People Will Travel This July 4th

AAA | June 22, 2022

Car travel expected to set a new record despite the historically high gas prices ORLANDO, Fla. (Jun 22, 2022) – Summer travel is already in full swing and Independence Day will be no exception as AAA predicts 47.9 million people will travel 50 miles or more from home over the holiday weekend (June 30 – July 4). This is an increase of 3.7% over 2021, bringing travel volumes just shy of those seen in 2019. The biggest surprise – car travel – will set a new record despite historically high gas prices with 42 million people hitting the road. With crowded roads and busy airports, AAA wants to prepare travelers so they can have a stress-fr...