Small businesses say they're having a good summer as Americans travel closer to home

Small businesses in U.S. tourist destinations report increased domestic travel as Americans prioritize road trips and local stays over overseas vacations due to higher travel costs. This shift, driven by expensive airfares, gas prices, and events like the FIFA World Cup and U.S. 250th birthday, is redirecting vacation spending toward regional businesses like restaurants, Airbnbs, and roadside attractions.