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Record 45.1 Million Americans Travel This Memorial Day!

5/12/2025

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Get ready for a bustling Memorial Day weekend as AAA predicts a staggering 45.1 million Americans will hit the road, marking a 1.4 million increase from last year. With lower gas prices fueling their journeys, families are flocking to popular spots like Orlando and even Rome, making this holiday one for the books!

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AAA forecasts 45.1 million Americans will travel this Memorial Day weekend, a 1.4 million increase from last year, driven by lower gas prices. Memorial Day, established in the late 19th century to honor Civil War soldiers, has evolved into a significant national holiday, reflecting the American civil religion that intertwines remembrance with national identity, similar to France's Bastille Day.

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Get ready for a bustling Memorial Day weekend as AAA predicts a staggering 45.1 million Americans will hit the road, marking a 1.4 million increase from last year. With lower gas prices fueling their journeys, families are flocking to popular spots like Orlando and even Rome, making this holiday one for the books!

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