Source: The Points Guy
Summary
A survey by The Points Guy and YouGov found that 63% of parents with kids under 18 have a family trip planned for this summer, despite higher travel prices. The survey suggests that families are becoming more flexible, changing destinations, redeeming rewards, and involving kids in vacation planning. Cost is the top consideration, but families are making small compromises instead of canceling trips.
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The trip promises a break.
Families are chasing value, not luxury, with 25% changing destinations to ones that are closer or less expensive. They’re also shortening trips, traveling during off-peak dates, and trimming activities or excursions. The survey found that vacation planning has become increasingly collaborative, with 31% of parents saying planning is a family collaboration.
The escape is carefully planned, but sometimes parents still have to say no, usually because of cost.
Author: Evan Null
