It's been quite a year already in the world of travel, as the war in Iran and other global conflicts have forced airspace to close across the Middle East and sent jet fuel prices (and airline ticket prices) surging. There was also a brief outbreak of cartel violence in Mexico that scrambled vacation plans for thousands of Americans. A partial government shutdown stretching into months, causing hourslong lines at some airport checkpoints, didn't help.
Despite all that, Americans' passion for travel hasn't yet been severely affected — but there are signs that may be changing.
According to new polling from The Points Guy and YouGov, nearly a quarter of Americans (24%) have reconsidered travel plans due to recent global events.
A great solo travel tip spotted this week on The Points Guy Articles.
