Lured by Lower Gas Prices, Americans Want to Travel This Summer, But Remain Cautious
More Americans are planning to take a road trip, yet two-thirds have yet to confirm their plans
The national average price of gasoline this Memorial Day weekend is projected to be $1.10 less than it was in 2022, at $3.53 per gallon on average. Though, lower gas prices alone may not be enough for many Americans to hit the road this summer. According to GasBuddy’s 2023 Summer Travel Survey, released today, 64% of Americans are planning to take a summer road trip this year, up from 58% last year. However, 60% of that group has yet to confirm their plans by booking accommodations, activities or other travel plans.
Memorial Day Gas Prices
After a grueling summer at the pump last year, it’s clear that Americans are tempted to get back out on the road. In fact, less than half of …