Prosperity and its Temporary Side Effects

There aren’t many downsides to America’s humming economy. But this week travellers will experience one side effect of prosperity, if only a temporary one. According to the American Automobile Association:

“Consumers have a lot to be thankful for this holiday season: higher wages, more disposable income and rising levels of household wealth,” said Bill Sutherland, AAA Travel senior vice president. “This is translating into more travelers kicking off the holiday season with a Thanksgiving getaway, building on a positive year for the travel industry.”

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