Holiday Travel Trends You Should Follow

Using information from past and current statistics, travelers can plan and make the most of their vacation resources. Below, we’ve gathered the latest holiday travel trends to simplify your journey.

Relieve stress from holiday travel by picking the best dates

The Sunday after Thanksgiving ranks as one of the busiest days to fly, according to the U.S. Department of Transportation. Whether you’re celebrating the holidays back home or enjoying a spontaneous new location, fly on a weekday to avoid an overcrowded plane.

Don’t overlook discounts you’re entitled to receive

A common holiday travel trend that many forget involves researching discounts associated with existing debit or credit cards. Take a moment to go through your wallet and explore the perks of each account you own.

For instance, Achieva Checking Plus provides travel and restaurant discounts, giving you premium benefits and savings. Don’t miss your opportunity to take advantage of other great perks while traveling. All Achieva Checking Plus accounts offer:

Identity Theft Protection¹
Credit File Monitoring⁵
Cell Phone Insurance² plus more!

Expect to see marketing to younger crowds

In a recent survey, 48.04% of Americans over 60 said they would likely spend $0 to travel for Thanksgiving. This leaves many airlines and travel websites adjusting their marketing efforts to cater to younger crowds. Platforms like Instagram and TikTok are expected to host the bulk of this year’s digital travel advertisements. Make sure you follow your favorite companies on social media to keep track of special promotions.

Use “the more the merrier” as a holiday travel trend

On a recent press release by Air BNB, nearly 20 percent of US family bookings for Thanksgiving include 10 or more guests. Since the hospitality industry likes to cater to the majority, it makes a huge green flag for discounts on group travel. You will see businesses closely following holiday travel trends and providing discounts to those who will use them the most. To save money while staying away from home, consider going with a larger party.

Enjoy the holiday season with Achieva!

Achieva Credit Union wishes you a GOOD holiday season. As you travel near or far, we encourage you to bookmark our locations page to search for CO-OP branches or surcharge-free ATMs near your destination.

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