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Looking for a Summer Getaway? Costa Mesa Hosts Free AAA Travel Show

Aaa also shared their top three travel tips for those who want to venture out for the first time in a couple of years., by lauren coronado • published april 3, 2022 • updated on april 3, 2022 at 7:09 pm.

If you're planning a trip for a summer vacation, now might be the time to book your trip. As pandemic restrictions are lifted, the travel industry is starting to bounce back.

AAA hosted a travel show in Costa Mesa on Sunday to help SoCal residents plan.

Plenty of visitors to the travel show could list their cancelled trips.

"Ireland, Scotland," said traveler Linda Leday.

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"Germany and Hawaii, I had to cancel," said Patte Alms.

Thousands of eager travelers just like them made their way to Costa Mesa, ready to take the vacation they've been waiting for.

"I’m 75 years old and I don’t know how much longer I have," said Sharon A. Catlett. "I’m doing as many trips as I can, as quickly as I can."

Travel is expected to take off this year as people take advantage of the lack of pandemic restrictions.

"150% more passengers are expected to fly this year, compared to last year," said Doug Shupe, AAA spokesperson.

Not even the high gas prices this year can stop those planning a road trip.

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"52% of Americans plan to take at least one road trip this summer," Shupe said.

AAA's top three travel tips are:

• Book your trip as soon as possible,
• Consider travel insurance, and
• Work with a travel advisor.

Those advisors will likely be excited to get back to it, after two years of light travel during the pandemic.

"It was a very scary time for me as well, like, 'Gee, I hope I have a job,'" said AAA advisor Carolyn Vandenberg.

Vandenberg said she lost nearly all of her clients in 2020, but she's certainly making up for it now.

"The phones are ringing again, because the world is opening up!" she said.

She also stressed the importance of a good insurance policy for those trips.

"At this point we recommend a ‘cancel for any reason’ where you can get 80 percent back or 100 percent back," Vandenberg said.

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Travelers who had to cancel in 2020 learned that lesson for themselves.

"Never did travel insurance," said Leday. "Will this year."

And with that worry gone, people are ready for new adventures.

"The pandemic has done a lot to travel and I’m glad we’re able to travel now," said Catlett.

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AAA Washington Explores the Seven Continents in a Free Fall Travel Show

• September 30, 2021

Let These 37 Presentations Help You Set 2022 Travel Goals

BELLEVUE, Wash. — AAA Washington wants to inspire your future vacation plans with a free Fall Travel Show called “Exploring the Seven Continents.” From October 5 through 22, adventure-seekers can attend 30 virtual and seven in-person presentations that feature a variety of extraordinary itineraries and travel tips. From the comfort of your home, our virtual shows will take you to Africa, Antarctica, Asia, Australia, Europe, North America and South America. In this ever-changing travel landscape, the show begins with the inaugural presentation entitled “What’s happening in the world of cruising” with Lisa Anciaux, AAA Washington’s director of travel products.

“The way we travel now is so different – new requirements, new protocols, new recommendations constantly appear,” Anciaux said. “Come learn what you need to know before you travel. Our Virtual shows provide a great opportunity to educate yourself and get excited about destinations near and far. It’s time to start to move those travel experiences from your bucket list to your 2022 and beyond calendars.”

The in-person presentations take place at AAA Washington’s Cruise & Travel stores in Spokane, Tukwila and Lynwood and include the always-popular PackSmart show with Kathleen Collum and an introduction to Princess Cruises. In addition to AAA Washington’s own travel experts, speakers from nearly two dozen of its preferred cruise and vacation partners will highlight travel to exotic locales. Topics will include hiking the rugged glaciers that define Alaska, navigating more than 1,000 miles of the Amazon River and an immersive introduction to Africa’s iconic wildlife.

Go to AAA.com/events to register for any or all of these sessions and find additional details on all virtual travel talks.

About AAA Washington:

AAA Washington was established in 1904 by 10 prominent Seattleites determined to champion the betterment of motoring conditions and laws, the preservation of Washington state’s natural beauty and the promotion of Washington as an unrivaled tourist destination. Nearly 120 years later, the club continues to pursue these on behalf of its 1.2 million members.  

Members of AAA Washington receive exclusive benefits, including roadside assistance, discounts on hotels and rental cars, comprehensive insurance options, and personalized trip planning. AAA Washington was named a Best Place to Work by Puget Sound Business Journal and voted the best Travel/Tourism Company by 425 Business readers in 2023, and AAA was named one of the most trusted travel and automotive brands in the U.S. Additional information is available through the company’s Washington and northern Idaho stores and at www.AAA.com .  

About AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety:

Established in 1947 by AAA, the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety is a nonprofit, publicly funded, 501(c)(3) charitable research and educational organization. The AAA Foundation’s mission is to prevent traffic deaths and injuries by conducting research into their causes and by educating the public about strategies to prevent crashes and reduce injuries when they do occur. This research is used to develop educational materials for drivers, pedestrians, bicyclists and other road users. Visit www.AAAFoundation.org .

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AAA Alabama hosts annual Travel Show, offers tips and prizes for travelers

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) - With Valentine’s Day, Spring Break, and the summer vacation season just around the corner, AAA Alabama is offering tips and seminars at their annual Travel Show to help travelers find the best possible travel deals.

The Saturday morning event at the Pelham Civic Complex featured travel vendors, cruise lines, and tour providers. It offered free seminars every 45 minutes on a variety of topics and destinations, and special pricing opportunities were also available for a variety of travel packages.

Clay Ingram, AAA Alabama spokesperson, said this was an opportunity for people to learn more about travel destinations with no obligations.

”This is a great time to do some research about potential vacation destinations or book a vacation at a discounted price,” said Ingram. “There is no obligation to purchase anything and with all of our free seminars, it is a terrific opportunity to talk to specific vendors and travel experts to learn about a lot of different destinations.”

AAA Alabama suggests a few tips for vacation planners as the summer season approaches:

• Do your research – or have someone do it for you. Those who want to pick up last-minute bargains should probably get in the habit of looking for them on a regular basis.
• Travel agents are great resources for both plan-ahead and last-minute travel because they can advise clients of a good deal when it comes up.
• Take advantage of special promotions. Rebates, upgrades and credits are big in the travel industry. Travel providers want you to book early, so incentives are more plentiful for “early birds.” The key to getting an upgrade or rebate is to know about it, and a reliable travel agent or travel web site can be an excellent resource.
• The lowest price isn’t always the best deal. Make sure before you book your trip that your travel providers have a good reputation.
• Consider trip insurance for big-ticket vacations. An unexpected illness or tragedy can force you to postpone or cancel travel either before or during your trip. Trip insurance protects you financially in many of those instances, since most tours and cruises are non-refundable. Several levels of insurance are available – ask your travel agent.

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3 in 5 Younger Travelers Go the Extra Mile for Live Events, AAA and Bread Financial Survey Finds 

New study shows gen z and millennials are willing to travel the farthest and spend the most to attend destination events.

COLUMBUS, OH (April 16, 2024) – A new study from AAA and Bread Financial finds younger generations are driving a surge in live event travel. Approximately three in five Gen Z (65%) and Millennial (58%) respondents confirmed they have traveled in the past 12 months and/or plan to travel in the next 12 months for in-person events like concerts, sporting events, comedy shows, and book readings that are more than 50 miles from home . This compares to 43% of Gen X and just 27% of Baby Boomers.  

Going the Extra Mile and Spending the Extra Dollar    

More than half (53%) of Gen Z travelers have or plan to head to live events by plane, the most of any generation, and are willing to go the extra mile, literally! Twice as many (18%) Gen Z travelers say they have or would be willing to go more than 1,500 miles – the distance of half of the continental United States – compared to only 9% of Baby Boomer travelers. 

Younger generations also spend the most for a good time, as nearly two in five Gen Z (37%) and Millennial (39%) travelers have spent between $500 and $5,000+ on tickets alone for destination live events. To afford this, approximately two in five Millennial (42%) and Gen Z (37%) travelers are willing to dip into their savings to pay for travel costs for a live event. About a third of those travelers (Gen Z – 29%, Millennials – 33%) would consider taking up a side hustle to pay for their event travel. The younger generations are also getting creative to cut costs with nearly half of Millennial (42%) and Gen Z (48%) travelers saying they already have or would travel internationally to score cheaper tickets.  

“Younger generations are leading the charge when it comes to a shift in consumer spending habits surrounding live event travel,” said Paula Twidale, senior vice president of AAA Travel. “Gen Z and Millennial travelers are taking their trips to the next level by going farther and spending more than other generations for live events. They don’t want to miss out and will do what it takes to see their favorite artist, sports team, or other live event in person.”

Sports and Music Important to Gen Z Travelers     

The youngest generation is driving concert travel with more than half (52%) of Gen Z travelers planning to attend a music event in the next 12 months. Artists themselves can influence Gen Z’s travel habits as one in five travelers (20%) have traveled or plan to travel to a Taylor Swift concert. 

Gen Z is also most likely to travel to some of the bigger sports events. Nearly two in five (38%) Gen Z travelers have traveled or are planning to travel for the 2025 Super Bowl, 32% have traveled or are planning to travel to the 2024 NBA finals, and 19% have traveled or are planning to travel for the upcoming Summer Olympics in Paris, France.    

Must Go Due to FOMO    

FOMO (fear of missing out) also plays a substantial role in influencing live event ticket purchases with more than one-third (34%) of all travelers admitting it played a role in their decision. While Gen Z travelers (54%) most often feel compelled to make event travel purchases based on FOMO, 83% of Baby Boomers say they resist such pressures. Additionally, younger generations (Gen Z – 44%, Millennials – 43%) emerge as the demographics most pressured into spending money on events they didn’t want to attend.

Oh, the Places You’ll Go…  

More than three in four (79%) travelers are eager to head to their dream event location, with New York, Florida, and California being the most popular states and Las Vegas and Chicago the top cities. Travelers are also shaping their plans around famous event venues like Madison Square Garden (38%), Las Vegas Sphere (38%), and Radio City Music Hall (31%) .

While at their destination, travelers want to take time to sightsee and explore before and/or after a live event with 62% noting they have included or are planning to bake in additional vacation time. Gen Z (72%) and Millennials (68%) lead the charge on extra time spent at a destination compared to Gen X (56%) and Baby Boomers (51%).

… and the Reasons You Might Not Go  

More often than not, travel expenses come with a hefty price tag when coupled with skyrocketing event ticket prices. Almost half of respondents who are not traveling to attend live events listed ticket costs (47%) and travel costs (45%) as the two primary inhibiting factors. 

Among travelers, other top concerns curtailing travel plans include budget or debt worries (40%), inability to take time off from work (31%), inflation (31%), and car/flight hassles (28%). Top reasons for staying home differed between generations with Millennials most likely to skip an event due to an inability to take time off from work (37%), while Gen Z was most concerned about budget or debt worries (38%).  

“While younger generations are driving the trend, this survey highlights the ways different generations are thinking about traveling to events and how they save for and spend around experiential moments in time,” said Nick Antonelli, chief marketing officer at Bread Financial. “These results show that while plenty of consumers are hitting the road for fun events, many are cognizant of their budgets, and being purposeful around achieving a healthy balance between managing their finances and desire to travel and attend live events.” 

Survey Methodology  

This was an online survey of 1,654 U.S. respondents 18+ who have traveled or are planning to travel for live event(s) in the past/next 12 months. The survey was conducted from March 5 to 8, 2024.  

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Started in 1902 by automotive enthusiasts who wanted to chart a path for better roads in America and advocate for safe mobility, AAA has transformed into one of North America’s largest membership organizations. Today, AAA provides roadside assistance, travel, discounts, financial and insurance services to enhance the life journey of over 64 million members across North America, including more than 57 million in the United States. To learn more about all AAA has to offer or to become a member, visit AAA.com .  

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