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Why Americans are increasingly opting out of travel for the holidays

Jake O'Donnell
Jake O'Donnell
Jake O'Donnell
Sports Reporter · Bloomington, IL

Jake, a former collegiate athlete, graduated from Illinois State University and has spent the last 5 years covering sports for various local publications. His insider's perspective on the local sports scene helps him craft compelling stories that connect with fans and players alike.

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Sports Reporter · Monday, November 2, 2026 at 8:45 AM · 1 min read
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Why Americans are increasingly opting out of travel for the holidays — Springfield Sports news

Americans are focused on scaling back spending this holiday season, and that includes travel spending. NerdWallet’s 2026 Holiday Travel Report reveals that 31% of Americans plan to forgo things like flights and hotels this year. That’s a 22% increase over…

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