ORLANDO, FLORIDA --  The travel intentions of U.S. adults appear to be on the rise, according to the latest travelhorizons™ survey, the nationally representative survey that is co-authored quarterly by Ypartnership and the U.S. Travel Association. Almost two-thirds (63 percent) of U.S. adults expect to take at least one trip for leisure purposes between August 2009 and January 2010, up from 61 percent who expressed the same intention in July 2008. Assuming Americans act on their stated intention, this will translate into an estimated 142 million U.S. adults taking at least one overnight trip during the next six months.

“Americans’ continued strong interest in travel and positive perceptions of its affordability are positive signs for the industry,” said Roger Dow, president and CEO of the U.S. Travel Association. “The cost of travel remains at historic lows, giving consumers phenomenal options and the opportunity to stretch their dollars farther.” According to the national survey of 2,362 respondents conducted between July 21-28, 2009, the average number of overnight trips U.S. adults intend to take during the next six months increased to 2.8 from 2.6 in July 2008. Travelers remained concerned about having sufficient money for travel; however, the majority of adults who are planning to take a trip are adjusting to more limited leisure travel budgets by indicating that they expect to spend less on travel services compared to last year. They also intend to comparison shop for deals, especially online.

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Mary B. Strater

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