COLOMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ)
The first day of rest for Mid-Missouri schools fell on Saturday for the University of Missouri, Columbia Public Schools and Jefferson City Schools.
Often the month of March turns out to be one of the busiest to travel. And with 2023 travel numbers on the rise, this year is no different depending on the TSA website. A AAA survey finds that beach vacations are the most popular, with destinations like Florida and Hawaii leading the way.
But with larger crowds, areas like Miami Beach are tightening emergency measures and increased police presence. Officials said the precautions are meant to prevent any further violence and mayhem from attendees. The city also declared a state of emergency after large crowds and two fatal shootings last Sunday.
While beach destinations aren’t the only places to go on spring break, traveling anywhere is more expensive this year. Since 2022, the Consumer Price Index for airline tickets shot up by 25%. Hotel costs followed, which also increased by 20-30%.
For those on a budget, AAA offered some tips to save money on travel. First, try to visit destinations that are local or close to your home. Book tickets as early as possible and aim for mid-week flights. And finally, consider visiting a state that has a different spring break schedule for fewer crowds.
Students will return to class on Monday, April 3.
