When it comes to the 2024 holiday season traffic, RVers can expect a major uptick. More and more campers say they will spend their time with family and friends on the road. In fact, the Go RVing Monthly Trends Report discovered thazt around 36.5 million Americans are planning an RV trip for the holiday season. That surge make road travel the most popular way to connect with friends and loved ones.
Inside the Surge in Holiday Season Traffic
Last month, the holiday travel kicked off. The Tuesday before Thanksgiving — affectionally known as “Travel Tuesday” — marked the unofficial start of the holiday travel season. And this season is projected to be one of the busiest of all time. According to AAA, over 71 million Americans were projected to travel over the road to see friends and family. That projection would break prepandemic highs. Low fuel prices have a big part to play in the increased travel demand, with the national average hitting their lowest point in 2024.
For the sunny weather all year long, Florida is the top destination for travelers this holiday season. In the Sunshine State, Orlando, Miami, and Fort Lauderdale are the top three spots in 2024. New York City, Anaheim and Los Angeles, and Tampa round out the top six.
With more people planning their travel starting on “Travel Tuesday,” the holiday season is expected to be busy for roads and campgrounds. Projections by the RV Industry Association(RVIA) show RVing is going to only get more popular after the holiday season. Dealers are seeing continued growth among first-time and returning RVers.
How to Pave the Way for Holiday Travel
With Travel Tuesday being past, there are things travelers can do now to ensure they have a camping spot to park their RV when it’s time to celebrate. Some of the things RVers can do now to ensure a smooth trip include the following.
- Work through any preventative maintenance your RV needs before traveling. This will reduce the chances of a breakdown or other emergency on the road.
- Don’t wait until the last minute to book your campground. Searching early and often at your favorite destinations can help you get the most out of your trip.
- Be sure everything is packed and prepared before you leave. Leaving travel to the last minute can result in purchases on the road. Ultimately, that could be more expensive than at your home.
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