Memorial Day travel demand remains strong as NOAA predicts below-normal hurricane season and rising vacation costs
Memorial Day travel demand remains strong as NOAA predicts below-normal hurricane season and rising vacation costs
Weekend Editor
Published
May 25, 2026 1:07PM (EDT)
Gas prices are just one of the rising travel costs for summer vacationers, despite a lower-than-average hurricane prediction. Americans are still planning their summer holidays. (Scott Olson / Getty Images)
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