Tag: Travel

AAA forecasts that 122.4 million Americans will travel at least 50 miles during the holiday period from December 20 to January 1, a 2.2% increase from last year. In Kansas, nearly 1.25 million will travel, predominantly by car. Travelers are urged to prioritize safety due to increased road traffic and holiday risk factors.

European cities dominate international Spring Break travel, with Rome, London, and Paris leading the list. Florida remains a top U.S. destination, featuring cities like Orlando and Miami. Travel costs are rising, with airfares and hotel rates increasing. New travel requirements for the UK and upcoming REAL ID deadlines are notable considerations.

AAA projects 43.8 million travelers, a 4% increase from last year, to hit the road this Memorial Day, nearing the 2005 record. Road trips will set a record, with 38.4 million travelers, up 4% from last year. Air travelers are expected to reach 3.51 million, up 4.8% from last year and 9% from 2019. Domestic airfare is 2% costlier, domestic hotels are 5% cheaper, and domestic car rentals are 17% cheaper compared to last year. INRIX advises early travel and avoiding peak hours. Top destinations include theme parks, entertainment venues, and European cities. Trends show interest in bucket list trips, milestone celebrations, travel insurance, cruises, all-inclusive vacations, rail vacations, and Asia trips, especially Japan. The survey reports growing interest in high-end cruises, rail vacations, and adventure in nature.

WICHITA, Kan. – Jan. 30, 2023 – Kansas City’s and the region’s favorite red and gold clad football team...

TOPEKA – Governor Laura Kelly today announced the first-round of 2022 funding recipients for the Tourism Marketing Grant Program (TMGP)....

WICHITA, Kan. – June 29, 2021 – Despite the highest gas prices in seven years, the vast majority of travel – 91%...

WICHITA, Kan. – May 22, 2019 – The West North Central Region*, of which Kansas is a part, will...

WICHITA, Kan. – May 15, 2019 – Nearly 43 million Americans will start their summers on a high note...