Despite some of the most expensive gas in years, D.C. residents are still traveling for Memorial Day weekend, travel website TripAdvisor is reporting.
According to their report, 36% of D.C. residents are planning to travel for Memorial Day weekend and 27% said that their plans have been affected by gas prices.
With the increase in fuel costs, many locals are searching for get-aways that won’t burn holes in their wallets. Introducing the top three Memorial Day Weekend “Gas Tank Getaway” destinations for the D.C. area, according to TripAdvisor:
1. Chincoteague Island, Virginia (Approx. 1 ½ Hours Away)
2. Gettysburg, Pennsylvania (Approx. 1 Hour Away)
3. Annapolis, Maryland (Approx. 30 Minutes Away)