A record number of Florida travelers are forecast to hit the road during Fourth of July weekend
Despite the higher cost of gas, motorists taking to the road for Fourth of July weekend can expect some crowded highways.
According to AAA, Independence Day travel is expected to be the second busiest since 2000, with a record 2.3 million people taking road trips.
Around 2.6 million Floridians are expected to travel at least 50 miles from June 30 through July 4 — a 4% increase from last year and nearly the same number as before the coronavirus pandemic.
Debbie Haas, vice president of travel for AAA, said the weekend will offer a reprieve for residents who are looking to take a break despite rising costs, and continues a trend of increased travel this year.
“The volume of travelers expected o...
