U.S. Travelers Sustain Strong Summer Plans as Recession Fears Ease, Fuel and Airfare Costs Rise, Reports Future Partners (opens in new tab)

Travel demand among Americans remains high heading into summer 2026, with recession worries easing but rising gas and airfare prices emerging as the main deterrents; meanwhile, interest in the upcoming FIFA World Cup and Route 66 Centennial is growing, especially among digitally engaged and higher-income travelers.