10 July 2008

Soaring gas prices good news for tour operators

One impact on soaring gas prices: more travelers are looking to join group tours.

ââ¬ÅâœTravel agencies say their group tours are filling up pretty quick,ââ¬~ says KHAS-TV in Hastings, Nebraska.

Group tours are becoming a trend this year as gas prices continue to soar.  The increase in gas and airline tickets has many travelers taking advantage of motor coaches, say travel observers.

ââ¬~The agencies are offering group rates that some people just cannot resist,ââ¬~ says KHAS.

One travel agency said business is up 10% over last year at the same time.

Several local businesses have also been using motor coaches to take customers to events and attractions.

Report by David Wilkening

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