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Labor Day Hotel Rates Climb 9% in the US
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Labor Day Hotel Rates Climb 9% in the US

Labor Day hotel rates are increasing 9% domestically and 12% internationally compared to last year, according to a report from AAA. Despite rising costs, consumer travel demand remains high, particularly for outdoor and cruise-adjacent destinations.

Key Takeaways

  1. 1Domestic hotel bookings are up 9% while international hotel costs have risen 12% for Labor Day weekend.
  2. 2Top domestic markets include Seattle, Orlando, Boston, Denver, Anchorage, and Las Vegas.
  3. 3High demand is driven largely by national park excursions and Alaska cruise departures.

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Source: Hotel Dive

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