DEARBORN, MI— AAA projects 72.2 million Americans will travel during the Independence Day holiday period, June 28 to July 6. That represents an increase of 1.7 million travelers (2.4%) over last year and 7 million more than in 2019.
To better reflect holiday travel trends, AAA’s forecast now accounts for two weekends, capturing extended trips and varied departure schedules.
Michigan travel is expected to reach historic levels, with more than 2.6 million Michiganders hitting the road, skies, and rails – that’s up 71,000 (nearly 3%) from last year.
- Driving: Nearly 2.4 million Michigan residents will take a road trip (+59,000 from last year, up 2.5%).
- Flying: Nearly 96,000 Michigan residents will fly domestically (+1,000, up 1%).
- Other Modes: More than 160,000 Michiganders will take buses, trains, or cruises (+11,000, up 7%).
Drivers should prepare their vehicles in advance, as AAA responded to nearly 700,000 roadside assistance calls nationwide during last year’s holiday period for issues like dead batteries, flat tires, and empty gas tanks.
