AAA forecasts more than 46 Million Americans will travel on Thanksgiving, most since 2007
November 20, 2014
Improving Economy Brings 1.9 Million More Travelers, Consumers Pay Lowest Gas Prices in Nearly Four Years
Tampa, FL – AAA Travel projects 46.3 million Americans will journey 50 miles or more from home during the Thanksgiving weekend, the highest volume for the holiday since 2007 and a 4.2 percent increase over 2013.
Almost 90 percent of travelers (41.3 million) will celebrate the holiday with a road trip and will enjoy the lowest gas prices in nearly four years. The Thanksgiving holiday travel period is defined as Wednesday, November 26th through Sunday, November 30th.
AAA says 3 in 4 People will Travel during the Fall
September 22, 2014
45% prefer off-season travel, which can save hundreds of dollars
Tampa, FL – The summer travel season is over, but a new survey shows the majority of Americans are not ready to put their luggage away.
According to a recent AAA Consumer Pulse™ survey, three in four people plan to take at least one leisure trip of 50 miles or more, requiring overnight accommodations, in the next three months. Click here to view the survey.
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Moving This Summer? The IRS Says your Movings Expenses may be Deductible
August 18, 2012
Washington, D.C. – Summer is a popular time for people to move – especially families with children.
If you are moving to start a new job or even the same job at a new job location, the IRS offers 10 tax tips on expenses you may be able to deduct on your tax return.
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ShopSmart Spotlights the Best Online Road-Trip Planners and Travel Apps
May 25, 2012
Yonkers, NY – There are tons of online sites to help you plan your summer getaways this season, and the June 2012 issue of ShopSmart magazine, from the publisher of Consumer Reports, highlights some of the best.
There are great road-trip planning websites and must-see travel apps that can help you plot your route, find fun adventures – even on a moment’s notice – and save you money. [Read more]
Consumer Reports Money Adviser June Issue
June 16, 2010
BEST REWARD CARDS FOR TRAVEL
With summer travel season in full swing, Consumer Reports Money Adviser’s editors sifted through the fine print and named the best rewards cards for airlines and travel.
Many people bank their miles over several years with the hopes of getting tickets for their dream vacation. But the best strategy depends on whether you earn your miles through frequent flying or frequent spending. If you are a frequent traveler, you’ll want to choose a specific airline credit card that augments the miles you earn on the routes and carriers you regularly fly. If you accumulate miles through spending, you might be better off with a card that gives you cash back so you can buy your own tickets without restrictions. The AmEx Starwood Preferred Guest card is a good hotel/air card if you often stay at Sheraton, Westin, W, and others in the Starwood chain of 940 hotels. You’ll earn one point per $1.00 spent on eligible everyday purchases and double points at Starwood hotels. If you stay at Hilton hotels, take a look at the AmEx Hilton HHonors or Citi Hilton HHonors Visa. [Read more]
