Folks heading out of town will be taking advantage of those low prices during the upcoming holiday weekend, AAA predicted, according to the Chicago Tribune, with more people traveling this year than in any year since 2008.
AAA expects 35.5 million people to take trips of 50 miles or more over the weekend, while airports will also be busier this year too, compared to last year’s holiday.
“A strong labor market, coupled with greater job security and rising home prices, have all helped to increase disposable income,” Beth Mosher of AAA Chicago said in a news release. “Though some consumers remain cautious, these positive indicators are driving a slight increase and allowing millions of Americans to travel on one last summer getaway.”
Low gas prices will fuel heavy Labor Day holiday traffic, AAA says [Chicago Tribune]
by Mary Beth Quirk via Consumerist
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