Airfares to Europe and Asia are down 10% and 13%, tempting travelers to keep exploring
Summer flights to Europe may be cheaper, but American travelers are feeling the pinch once they land.
The dollar has dropped 10.3% this year—its worst performance since 1973—making meals, shows, and hotels in Europe pricier. A London play ticket now costs $136, up from $134 just last month.
Still, Americans aren’t backing down. International travel is up 2% compared to last year.
Airfares to Europe and Asia are down 10% and 13%, tempting travelers to keep exploring.
Travel experts point out that millennials are eyeing global spots in South and Central America, the Caribbean, and northern Europe, while wealthier tourists chase “bucket list” adventures.
Analysts say it’s not the weak dollar stopping travelers, but budget constraints in some situations. Despite it, Americans are making the trip work, not skipping it.