If you’re counting down the days until your Memorial Day weekend road trip, you’re not alone.
AAA estimates 41 million people will travel nationwide, which is about 5 percent more than last year and the most in a dozen years. In the Mid-Atlantic region, which includes Pennsylvania, New Jersey and New York, AAA estimates there will be about 5 million travelers, up four-and-a-half percent from last year.
Travel delays on major roads could be more than three times longer than normal.
AAA officials say although gas prices are on the rise, a strong economy will keep demand high for the holiday weekend.