If you’re making travel plans for the Memorial Day weekend, you’re not alone. AAA Arizona is projecting some of the highest numbers in decades.
Spokesman Julian Paredes says nearly a million Arizonans will be hitting the road — with most heading to California or south of the border.
“Memorial Day is typically the traditional start to summer travel season. So really, anywhere with attractions or access to water. So definitely for Arizona, Southern California and Mexico,” he said.
Paredes said the rising price of plane tickets means nearly 9 out of 10 holiday travelers will be driving this year.
More Arizona Transportation News
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The Arizona Department of Transportation has opened a new tunnel as part of a project to construct a free-flowing interchange that will reduce delays on the main route between Phoenix and Las Vegas. -
The U.S. Department of Transportation will provide more than $4 million in emergency funds to help repair and rebuild the Hart Mine Road Bridge in western Arizona. -
You might know our next guest this morning from a very viral video he made recently —documenting his 18-mile walk to the new Buc-ee's all the way from downtown Phoenix. -
Tempe is developing a new 25-year transportation plan. The goal is to make basic essentials — like shopping, schools and healthcare services — accessible to all residents within a 20-minute walk, bike ride or by public transportation. -
On Aug. 25, the Board of Supervisors voted to procure the grants — totaling more than $830,000 — and to match the federal funds with $37,000 and an additional match of $37,000 from the Arizona Department of Transportation.
