The smell of sunscreen in the air can only mean one thing – spring break is almost here. After the freezing winter weather a lot of Americans have been dealing with this year, many are ready to relax with a warm, sunny getaway and AAA tells us where everyone is going.
- According to the American Automobile Association, flights to domestic hot spots for spring break are 2% more expensive than last year, averaging about $815 for roundtrip tickets.
- Based on AAA Travel booking data, Florida dominates the most popular U.S. destinations as usual, thanks to travelers heading to beaches and theme parks.
- Orlando is number one, with three other cities in the Sunshine State also joining the top 10.
- While many travelers will be taking road trips for spring break, cruises are also a favorite. Ocean cruises continue to set records this year, as AAA projects 21.7-million Americans will set sail on a cruise vacation this year.
- For international trips, Rome tops the list, followed by Paris.
Top 10 U.S. Spring Break Destinations
- Orlando, Florida
- Fort Lauderdale, Florida
- Miami, Florida
- Anaheim/Los Angeles, California
- Tampa, Florida
- Honolulu, Hawaii
- Las Vegas, Nevada
- New York, New York
- Atlanta, Georgia
- Chicago, Illinois
Top 10 International Spring Break Destinations
- Rome, Italy
- Paris, France
- Cancun, Mexico
- Amsterdam, Netherlands
- London, England
- Barcelona, Spain
- Punta Cana, Dominican Republic
- San Juan, Puerto Rico
- Oranjestad, Aruba
- Dublin, Ireland⠀
Source: AAA