It’s shaping up to be another busy summer travel season, according to a new report from AAA. Orlando has retained its top spot as the most visited domestic travel destination, while Honolulu and Maui, Hawaii, have both grown in popularity compared with last summer.
“This is shaping up to be another banner season for travel,” said Bill Sutherland, senior vice president, AAA Travel and Publishing, in a written statement.
Domestic Travel
The top domestic summer travel destinations, based on AAA Travel bookings for trips June 1 through August 15, are:
- Orlando, Florida (1)
- Honolulu, Hawaii (4)
- Anchorage, Alaska (2)
- Seattle, Washington (3)
- Los Angeles/Anaheim, California (5)
- Maui, Hawaii (7)
- Fairbanks, Alaska (6)
- Las Vegas, Nevada (8)
- Boston, Massachusetts (13)
- Salt Lake City, Utah (14)
*Number in parentheses indicates summer 2017 ranking.
Road trips remain the most popular family vacation option for those staying stateside, despite higher gas prices. Nearly two-thirds (64 percent) of those planning a family trip are expected to hit the roads this year.
International Travel
“Many Americans, including those traveling as a family, will venture overseas for their summer vacations,” said Sutherland. “More than one-third of families who are planning a trip together this year will visit an international destination.”
Rome has regained its standing as the most popular locale for international summer vacations, while Dublin and Paris both continue to climb in the rankings. Beach destinations in Jamaica, the Dominican Republic and Mexico can also expect an influx of travelers this summer.
AAA’s top international summer travel destinations include:
- Rome, Italy (3)
- Vancouver, British Columbia (1)
- Dublin, Ireland (4)
- London, England (2)
- Paris, France (7)
- Montego Bay, Jamaica (8)
- Punta Cana, Dominican Republic (5)
- Calgary, Alberta (10)
- Cancun, Mexico (6)
- Amsterdam, Netherlands (9)
*Number in parentheses indicates summer 2017 ranking.
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