Gas and airfare prices have jumped. Americans are traveling this weekend anyway CNNMemorial Day: Higher fuel prices have some Americans scaling back their travel plans AP NewsWar-driven gas spike puts pressure on summer travelers — and Republicans PoliticoYour Memorial Day Travel Forecast: Heavy Traffic and Pricey Gas The New York Times
Prices related to travel, recreation and food saw particularly steep increases, stretching Americans' wallets as they celebrate the unofficial start of summer.