Memorial Day: Higher fuel prices have some Americans scaling back their travel plans

Memorial Day: Higher fuel prices have some Americans scaling back their travel plans

As the U.S. summer travel season begins with the Memorial Day holiday weekend, elevated fuel prices and broader inflationary pressures are reshaping how Americans plan their vacations. The conflict in the Middle East has constrained global oil supplies, driving up prices for jet fuel and gasoline. The average price for a gallon of regular gas in the U.S. reached $4.56, compared to $3.18 a year prior, according to AAA. Beyond fuel, other travel e…