Thanksgiving travel hits record highs as cruises gain popularity
AAA predicted nearly 82 million people would travel during the six-day holiday period, which is a record-breaking surge compared to last year.
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AAA predicted nearly 82 million people would travel during the six-day holiday period, which is a record-breaking surge compared to last year.
If you're among the millions of Florida drivers who are expected to hit the road this Thanksgiving, AAA says get ready to pay more at the pump.
The state average for regular unleaded gasoline continues its downward trend.
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Florida gas prices have fluctuated within the same 26-cent range for almost a year now, according to AAA.
Patrick De Haan, head of petroleum analysis at GasBuddy, said prices could drop even more before Labor Day.
The price "break may not last much longer" amid signs on the broader market, AAA said.
The state average has declined for the past 10 consecutive days, falling a total of 19 cents per gallon, according to AAA.
Despite the uptick, Fourth of July holiday travelers found the lowest Independence Day gas prices since 2021.
AAA expects 72 million American travelers will be hitting the road.
AAA expects 72 million travelers during the nine-day holiday stretch in 2025, but airports are testing new technology to handle the surge.
Florida gas prices face upward pressure heading into this week.
As of Monday, the average price of gas in Florida was $3.08 a gallon, up two cents from a week ago, according to AAA.
Florida gas prices are slightly more expensive than last week. The state average on Sunday was $3.09 per gallon, according to AAA. A week ago, it was $3.075 per gallon.
As of Sunday, the statewide average sat at $3.05 — 46 cents lower than it was on Memorial Day 2024.
Florida drivers are seeing the lowest gas prices in 17 months.
The state average dipped to $2.93 per gallon on Sunday. That's the lowest daily average price since December 2023.
Since September 2024, Florida's average price has bounced between $2.96 per gallon and $3.30 per gallon.
The state average could drift back to around $3 a gallon this week, according to AAA.
The Trump administration's tariffs are affecting oil prices and could slow or reverse recent rises at the pump.
Sunday's state average was $3.11 per gallon, 14 cents more than a week ago, according to AAA.
Monday's state average was $2.96 per gallon. That's the lowest daily average price since December 2023.
On Monday, the state average was $3.07 per gallon.
Compared to this time last year, Florida drivers are now paying 28 cents less per gallon.
On Monday, the state average was $3.08 per gallon.
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