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December 3, 2008 1:59:22 AM CST



Weak Dollar Not Slowing US Vacations

Posted May 3, 08 3:41 PM CDT in Business 

(Newser) – The dollar may be weak, but Americans’ desire to travel overseas this summer is strong, the Los Angeles Times reports. While domestic travel has appeared to hit the skids, more than 25 million Americans will grab their passports and take off for adventures abroad—up 2.6% from last year, AAA says.

“Americans work hard and longer than ever,” said an AAA spokeswoman. "They believe they’ve earned and deserve a vacation regardless of the price.” But one traveler noted that penny-pinching is in order upon arrival. The hottest ticket may be to Australia, where Americans can still find good Down Under deals.

Source Los Angeles Times

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Many Americans are expected to travel this summer to Australia, where the purchasing power is still good.   (Index Stock)
Over 25 million Americans are expected to travel overseas this summer.   (AP Photo/Elise Amendola)
While domestic travel is slowing, international travel is on the rise.   (AP Photo/Rick Bowmer)
Passengers wait in line at O'Hare International Airport in Chicago in this April 9, 2008 file photo.   (AP Photo/Paul Beaty, File)
Foreign travel is "still the ideal trip for many Americans," one analyst said.
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