DENVER (KDVR) — Pandemic recovery continues with airline travel expected to increase by more than 20% during the summer months, according to AAA of Colorado.
"With surging demand, limited inventory, if you wait, you might not be able to take the trip you want to take," spokesperson Skyler McKinley said.
A report compiled by the travel agency reveals nearly 80% of Colorado residents plan to travel this year, with three-quarters planning summer trips. More than half have not actually booked their trips and may try to find deals at the last minute, something that may impact popular destinations around the world.
"Hotel inventory in Europe is almost gone, international travel is up 300%, because so many folks who might have wanted to travel internationally (can't), that’s going to put pressure on the Disneylands of the world," McKinley said.
FOX31 spoke with travelers at Denver International Airport, who expressed excitement after postponing travel during the coronavirus pandemic.
“It’s just great to be traveling again,” said one visitor arrivin...