Record Holiday Travel Expected in 2023

This holiday season is set to see record travel numbers across the United States and internationally. In the U.S., AAA projects that 119.3 million travelers will journey for the holidays, with significant increases in both road and air travel; South Dakota alone expects 383,355 travelers, a 1.6% rise from last year. Tampa International Airport anticipates 1.5 million passengers during its holiday period, while Chicago's O'Hare and Midway airports expect over 3.5 million travelers, driven by economic growth. In Nigeria, a government initiative offering free train rides aims to assist 340,000 passengers during the festive period, though some have struggled with ticketing requirements. Meanwhile, travel in France has surged by 15% compared to last year, with 5 million train tickets sold for the Christmas holidays. Overall, the travel industry is experiencing a robust season, with travelers encouraged to plan ahead to navigate the expected crowds.