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Small businesses say they're having a good summer as Americans travel closer to home
Summary by The Trophy Club Editorial Desk Mae Anderson | The Associated Press , as published by NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS)
· July 4, 2026
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Key points The trend is also influenced by events like the FIFA World Cup and the nation's 250th birthday celebrations, which are encouraging people to create summer memories closer to home. Further details on this trend are available from NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth, including estimates on the number of Americans traveling during this time.
Small businesses in US tourist destinations are experiencing a good summer. Americans are opting for road trips and daylong outings over extended vacations and overseas travel. This shift is likely due to higher airfares and gasoline prices making vacations more expensive.
The trend is also influenced by events like the FIFA World Cup and the nation's 250th birthday celebrations, which are encouraging people to create summer memories closer to home. According to AAA, a significant number of Americans are traveling at least 50 miles from home during the summer period.
Further details on this trend are available from NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth, including estimates on the number of Americans traveling during this time.
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Category: business Published: July 4, 2026 Source: NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) Reading time: 1 min
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