AAA expects that more people will be driving to Memorial Day getaway destinations compared to last year. Fewer Oklahomans are expected to be flying, however.
The company says these trends mirror national patterns. For more travel information visit: www.AAA.com or find them on facebook and twitter:
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Category 2011 2012 % Change
Number Driving – Oklahoma 499,000 510,000 +2.2%
Number Driving – Nationwide 30,350,000 30,700,000 +1.2%
Number Flying – Oklahoma 88,250 84,100 -4.7%
Number Flying – Nationwide 2,650,000 2,500,000 -5.5%
Avg. Gas Price 5-24-12 – Oklahoma $3.702 $3.401 -8.1%
Avg. Gas Price 5-24-12 – Nationwide $3.828 $3.676 -4%
Avg. Distance Traveled 792 Miles 642 Miles -19%
Median Spending per Traveler $692 $702 +.6%
Avg. Airfare per Person $203 $189 -7%
Avg. Hotel Rate per Night $129 $140 +9%
Avg. Weekend Daily Car Rental Rate $38 $36 -4%
