It’s fitting that, on a holiday commemorating the Declaration of Independence, millions of Americans will exercise their freedom by driving, flying, or riding.
Whether it’s to a backyard family barbecue or a spectacular fireworks show, the pursuit of happiness can lead travelers far from home. AAA Travel is predicting—thanks to continued strong consumer sentiment and modestly lower gas prices—that Independence Day in 2019 will be the busiest ever recorded. That’s because they’re forecasting that nearly 49 million Americans will journey 50 miles or more between July 3 and July 7.