ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. December 17, 2019 — More U.S. residents than ever are traveling for their holiday vacations this year and protecting their trip investment with travel insurance. Travel insurance comparison site, Squaremouth, reports this year’s holiday travel trends, including where travelers are headed and how much they’re spending.
Travelers Stay Close to Home for the Holidays
The United States is the most popular destination for U.S. travelers again this holiday season.
Travelers Spending More Than Ever
Travelers are spending more on their holiday trip this year, with the average trip cost increasing 14% across top destinations.
Travel Insurance Awareness Grows
More travelers are insuring their holiday trips this year, with a 23% increase in travel insurance policies purchased for trips during the Christmas and New Year holidays.
10 Most Popular Destinations this Holiday Season
Destination | YOY Traveler Growth | Average Trip Cost | YOY Change in Average Trip Cost |
United States | +38% | $4,068 | +5% |
Mexico | +34% | $5,325 | +12% |
Bahamas | -29% | $4,243 | -17% |
Costa Rica | +38% | $8,617 | +60% |
Jamaica | -27% | $6,042 | -4% |
Israel | +94% | $10,622 | +8% |
United Kingdom | +3% | $2,891 | -10% |
France | +21% | $5,300 | +44% |
Puerto Rico | +7% | $5,168 | -10% |
Canada | +34% | $2,598 | +27% |
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