US Travel Spend Hits Record $7,257, Many Borrow to Fund Trips
US travel spending hits record $7,257 average in early 2026, driven by luxury trips and high fuel costs; 60% of travelers plan to borrow money.
US travel spending hits record $7,257 average in early 2026, driven by luxury trips and high fuel costs; 60% of travelers plan to borrow money.
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