MADISON, WI (WSAU) — Estimates show more than 1.6 million Wisconsinites will travel 50 miles or more for the 4th of July, according to AAA’s latest projections.
The wide majority of those, 1.4 million, will be traveling by car. Air travel numbers are down, with about 57,000 expected to fly.
“For many families, traveling for Independence Day isn’t just a trip, it’s a tradition,” said Debbie Haas, Vice President of Travel for AAA – The Auto Club Group. “Vacations are one category where consumers are still willing to spend, even if that means cutting back on something else. With an extended holiday travel period, we expect busy roads, steady demand for flights, and continued interest in cruises across many parts of the country.”
This year’s Independence Day survey showed that many respondents said they would cut expenses where possible. That includes taking shorter trips, cutting back on food or souvenir expenses, and planning trips to all-inclusive resorts.
AAA defines the 4th of July travel period as June 27th through July 5th. Nationally, more than 72.2 million people are expected to travel during that window. About 61.5 million will drive, just under 6 million will fly.
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