AAA Reveals Top Spring Travel Destinations in the U.S.

Sun destinations are travelers' top getaways following harsh winter

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Mar 12, 2015, 12:01 ET

ORLANDO, Fla., March 12, 2015 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- As snow continues in many parts of the country, travelers are ready to escape to warmer weather and sunny destinations, according to AAA. Warm destinations offering fun-filled activities for families will experience the largest influx of travelers this spring season, followed by ever-popular vacation destinations Washington, D.C., New York City, Seattle and San Francisco.

AAA Travel's top spring travel destinations, based on AAA.com hotel bookings, are:

Orlando, Fla.
Los Angeles, Calif. (Anaheim)
San Diego, Calif.
Myrtle Beach, S.C.
Miami, Fla.
Fort Lauderdale, Fla.
Washington, D.C.
New York, N.Y.
Seattle, Wash.
San Francisco, Calif.

"It's clear that travelers are seeking warm weather destinations this spring as they look to escape the cold after a particularly harsh winter," said Bill Sutherland, AAA Senior Vice President of Travel and Publishing. "In addition to great domestic destination getaways, cruises, tours and vacation packages to international destinations such as Mexico and the Caribbean are also popular vacations this spring."

Theme parks continue to be a popular vacation option, as evidenced by Orlando and Los Angeles holding top spots on this year's list. Universal Orlando Resort is an increasingly popular destination with new attractions including The Wizarding World of Harry Potter and the new family-friendly Cabana Bay Beach Resort.

AAA Vacations, a collection of cruises, guided tours and independent vacations, offers unique, engaging travel experiences that range from exploring the Galapagos to touring America's national parks, and are available at more than 1,000 AAA Travel offices. Each itinerary is designed with the AAA member in mind and includes built-in value along with exclusive member benefits such as 24/7 Member Care and Best Price Guarantee.

With all the options available to travelers today, vacation planning can be a daunting task. To maximize a spring break vacation, AAA recommends travelers seek the expert advice of a trusted travel advisor, who can provide personalized service and first-hand destination knowledge to create a memorable vacation experience. For more information and to begin planning a vacation, visit AAA.com/Travel.

As North America's largest motoring and leisure travel organization, AAA provides more than 54 million members with travel, insurance, financial and automotive-related services. Since its founding in 1902, the not-for-profit, fully tax-paying AAA has been a leader and advocate for the safety and security of all travelers. AAA clubs can be visited on the Internet at AAA.com.

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