This summer, sticker shock is sidelining some travelers, while others are determined to get away even if it means digging deep into their pockets. According to Deloitte’s survey of 4,003 Americans, fielded from April 2 to April 9, 2026, 45% of respondents are planning vacations (with stays in paid lodging), the lowest in the last six years (figure 1). General affordability is a major