Remember the days when American families packed their cars, loaded up the kids and went on a week vacation away from home? Those days are becoming a fabled pastime. The Obama economy has rendered many households with less disposable income. And with the changing times, comes a new concept: staycations.For American families with kids in the household, 82 percent are planning a summer staycation. Of those respondents, 64 percent plan to enhance their getaway with a visit to a nearby amusement attraction, including water and theme parks.
These results indicate that, despite high gas prices, American families are shaking off the lingering affects of the recession and many are planning to upgrade their staycation by spending money on simple perks that will improve their overall experience.
"We're glad to see that while consumers are still carefully considering their summer vacation plans in the current economy, most are choosing to spend a little more on destinations and activities that will bring families and friends closer together," said Kalahari spokesperson, Travis Nelson. "This survey shows that American families can still economize while creating quality, shared experiences and memories that will last a lifetime."
Other activities planned by families on their summer staycations include:
46 percent plan to attend a nearby festival or concert
41 percent plan to visit a local museum
36 percent plan to eat out at restaurants more often
20 percent plan to get a spa treatment
13 percent plan to schedule a golf outing
11 percent have other planned activities
6 percent do not plan to spend on activities that cost money
41 percent plan to visit a local museum
36 percent plan to eat out at restaurants more often
20 percent plan to get a spa treatment
13 percent plan to schedule a golf outing
11 percent have other planned activities
6 percent do not plan to spend on activities that cost money
What's more, the survey found that 70 percent of respondents from the Midwest plan to take a staycation. Of those respondents, 45 percent plan to visit a nearby amusement attraction, including water and theme parks.
And while you and your family sit at home planning a trip to the local fair, the Obama’s are partying like its 2008. But hey, they deserve a break. It’s a lot of work telling the rest of us how to live our lives.Source: http://www.globenewswire.com/newsroom/news.html?d=256667
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