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Growing popularity of RV travel among American vacationers

10.06.2026 15:45 1 min 1 source РУС
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Growing popularity of RV travel among American vacationers
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American vacationers are increasingly choosing RVs over air travel, leading to structural changes in the tourism industry. The RV sector generates $159 billion in annual economic output. Remote work has boosted the number of travelers who spend a median of 30 days per year on the road—a 50% increase from historical trends. Campgrounds and state parks rank among the top four most-searched destinations on Google Maps.

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