WASHINGTON, DC (September 16, 2024) – If there’s one time of year to go to open road or fly away to a to do list Destination time is now! In many parts of the United States, temperatures are dropping and the leaves are changing color, creating the perfect conditions for a scenic fall getaway. Fall is also a great time to travel abroad, especially to Europe, where there are fewer crowds than in the summer.
“This time of year is known as the shoulder season in travel, which means warmer weather, fewer crowds and better prices,” said Stacey Barber, vice president of AAA Travel. “AAA booking numbers show that more people are flying this season, both domestically and internationally, and many travelers are opting for fall cruises to enjoy the foliage in Alaska and New England!”
AAA's Best Fall Destinations
| Domestic | International |
| Orlando | Rome |
| Boston | Paris |
| Seattle | London |
| Denver | Vancouver |
| Las Vegas | Dublin |
| New York City | Athens |
| Los Angeles | Barcelona |
| Fort Lauderdale | Amsterdam |
| Honolulu | Venice |
| Atlanta | Lisbon |
According to AAA booking data, the two travel categories seeing increased demand compared to last year are flights and cruises. Domestic flight bookings are up 1% and international flight bookings are up 3%. Travelers are paying about the same as last fall. The average domestic roundtrip ticket is $660 and the average international roundtrip ticket is $1,315. Domestic cruise bookings are up 19% compared to last fall, and international cruise bookings are up 6%. The average cost of a cruise departing from domestic cities is similar to last fall – $2.355 – while the average cost of international cruises East up 1% to $3,560.
Travelers heading out on a fall road trip are finding prices at the pump cheaper than last year. Gas prices have been falling since late July, thanks in part to a relatively quiet Atlantic hurricane season. This is also the time of year when gas stations switch to winter gasoline, which is cheaper to produce. Drivers renting cars for their fall adventures are also getting better rates. The cost of renting a vehicle domestically is down 5 percent this fall, and it’s down 15 percent for international car rentals. HertzAAA's car rental partner, says cities thhas saw the highest demand this summer and would be ideal autumn travels include Boston, Denver, Portland (Maine and Oregon!), Montrealand Vancouver – all the best leaf peepers destination!
For travelers looking for last minute getaways, Travel canvas – AAA’s free trip planning site – packed with inspiration And ideas for memorable fall getaways.
For road travelers, AAA tracks gasoline prices by state and the daily national average, and offers information on the cost of charging electric vehicles on its website. fuel site.
About AAA
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