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20 Million Americans Planning An RV Holiday Vacation

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Thursday, November 16, 2023

HERNDON, Va., Nov. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The 2023 holiday season is expected to be one the busiest on record, with 122 million people or 63% of leisure travelers planning to travel between Thanksgiving and the New Year. Of those travelers, 20 million are planning to go RVing this holiday season, a 30% increase over 2022.

Key Points: 
  • Of those travelers, 20 million are planning to go RVing this holiday season, a 30% increase over 2022.
  • According to the just-released RV Industry Association Holiday Travel Intentions Survey, the top reasons people are planning to go RVing are the love of road trips, the desire to travel in comfort, interest in exploring the great outdoors, and the affordability of RV travel.
  • 56% of those planning to use an RV this holiday season will park it at home and use it for guest accommodations.
  • "Whether using an RV for guests or bringing your pets along for the ride, RVing allows people to spend more quality time with those they love this holiday season."

US shoppers opt for budget-savvy shopping during 2023 holidays, leveraging AI as credit debt concerns loom large

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Thursday, November 16, 2023

NEW YORK, Nov. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- As holiday shoppers navigate today's evolving economic landscape and mounting credit card debt concerns, budget-friendly practices and new tech adoption is on the rise, according to new research from Klarna, the AI powered global payments network and shopping assistant. The research, which is based on a survey of over 15,000 consumers across 15 markets including over 1,000 in the US, unpacks key trends shaping the retail and payments sectors this holiday season.

Key Points: 
  • "Klarna's new research unveils a broader narrative of financial mindfulness and careful spending this holiday season amidst a challenging economic landscape and credit card debt concerns.
  • However, a notable 61% of US consumers confirm that rising prices have altered their holiday shopping approach.
  • Credit Card Debt Drives BNPL Trends: Amid budget management concerns, the dangers of credit card debt loom large among US shoppers.
  • AI Adoption for Smarter Shopping: US consumers are starting to leverage AI for smarter, budget-friendly holiday shopping.

National Survey Uncovers America's Must-Have Ingredients for the Ultimate Thanksgiving Leftover Sandwich

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Thursday, November 16, 2023

CHICAGO, Nov. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Pumpkin pie, turkey, gravy, sweet potatoes, and green bean casserole are some of the time-honored tastes people look forward to every Thanksgiving Day, but they also top the list of day-after sandwich items, according to a new survey.

Key Points: 
  • According to the survey, an overwhelming majority of Americans, 94%, dine on a Thanksgiving leftover sandwich.
  • When it comes to crafting the quintessential Thanksgiving leftover sandwich, more than half who use bread on their Thanksgiving leftover sandwich, 54%, say their bread selection is because it's their favorite for all sandwiches.
  • "What the survey makes clear is that, while Americans may prefer myriad different ingredients on their Thanksgiving leftover sandwiches, we can all agree that a great bread is essential to any day-after-Thanksgiving sandwich.
  • According to the survey, nearly half, (47%) of Thanksgiving leftover sandwich makers include non-leftover ingredients in their culinary creations.

Datassential Releases Food & Flavor Trends for 2024, Capping off a Decade of Predictions

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Wednesday, November 15, 2023

CHICAGO, Nov. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Food and beverage intelligence company Datassential has released its 10th annual list of food and flavor trend predictions for 2024 and beyond.

Key Points: 
  • CHICAGO, Nov. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Food and beverage intelligence company Datassential has released its 10th annual list of food and flavor trend predictions for 2024 and beyond.
  • Each year, our team of industry experts pinpoints the new foods, flavors and beverages gaining traction across the industry, from fine dining to fast food, bringing in information from our proprietary AI-powered platform that reveals trends even before they go mainstream.
  • Datassential has been predicting food trends for longer than anyone else in the industry, using a team of unrivaled experts, supported by a proprietary AI-driven prediction tool that boasts 98% accuracy .
  • Over the last decade, we've correctly predicted the growth of flavors including yuzu, ube and gochujang.

One-Quarter of Americans Would Take on Part-Time Job for Live Event Tickets

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Tuesday, November 14, 2023

OVERLAND PARK, Kan., Nov. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Live events are becoming increasingly important, with 64% of working Americans wanting to attend more live events in the next year, according to new research conducted by The Harris Poll on behalf of TFL.

Key Points: 
  • OVERLAND PARK, Kan., Nov. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Live events are becoming increasingly important, with 64% of working Americans wanting to attend more live events in the next year, according to new research conducted by The Harris Poll on behalf of TFL.
  • The study, which included a survey of 2,001 American full-time employees ages 18+, found that Americans attended an average of 14 live events last year.
  • "Despite rising costs, in-person experiences continue to be sought after, with Americans spending an average of $802 on live events over the last year," said Angela Presnell, SVP of Marketing & Retail at TFL.
  • On average, Americans attended 6.53 sporting events, 3.93 live music events and 3.5 live theater events in the last year.

Road Trips and Caribbean Escapes Top Tripadvisor's Winter Travel Trends

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Tuesday, November 14, 2023

NEEDHAM, Mass., Nov. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Tripadvisor's Winter Travel Index, released today, reveals that 58% of Americans in a recent survey will travel this season. Though the findings are on par with Tripadvisor's data last winter (59%), this figure rises to 63% of Millennial and 68% of GenZ travelers who say they will travel this season.

Key Points: 
  • The vast majority (91%) are planning travel for specific seasonal reasons, including winter festivals (36%), winter sports and activities (30%), school breaks (30%), and national, cultural or religious holidays (43%).
  • In fact, 93% of Americans planning to travel this winter will spend the same or more on travel than they did last year.
  • As such, Tripadvisor's Winter Travel Index indicates an uptick in travel due to positive economic factors: one-quarter (25%) will take more trips and 30% will take longer trips.
  • However, lesser-known destinations from the Caribbean are alongside Asian cities on the rise this winter, seeing the greatest year-over-year growth in interest.

New Report: Apprenticeships Poised to Move 830,000 Workers Into Strong Careers, Creating $28.5 Billion in Additional Earnings in 2024

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Monday, November 13, 2023

NEW YORK, Nov. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Multiverse and the Burning Glass Institute (BGI) released a comprehensive new workforce study of the US labor market that explores the growth potential of apprenticeships and talent pools as a source for a wide range of professional roles in the US.

Key Points: 
  • Collectively, these four populations of workers constitute 70% of the entire US workforce.
  • Despite outdated narratives around apprenticeships, they are no longer just about young people learning a skilled trade on the job.
  • While apprenticeships have grown in both interest and adoption in the US, they are still not a mainstream part of the American workforce.
  • "Apprenticeships can be a powerful mechanism for unlocking worker potential and bridging the gap between workers yearning for opportunity and businesses starving for talent."

Caring.com Report Finds 72% of Gen Zers Plan To Care For Aging Parents, Only 16% Aware of Senior Care Costs

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Monday, November 13, 2023

CHARLOTTE, N.C., Nov. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Caring.com, a leading senior living referral service and the nation's top site for senior care reviews, has published a recent report that examines how Gen Zers plan to care for their parents as they age. The report also shares insight into Gen Xers' and Baby Boomers' expectations of their children's involvement in their future senior care. Overall, Caring.com experts surveyed 1,500 American adults from Gen Zers to Baby Boomers.

Key Points: 
  • The report also shares insight into Gen Xers' and Baby Boomers' expectations of their children's involvement in their future senior care.
  • According to the 2023 survey, 72% of Gen Z adult respondents plan to be involved in their parents' future care.
  • Furthermore, 60% of Gen Z respondents plan to provide 'full' or 'partial financial support' for future care costs.
  • Despite Gen Z's willingness to care for their aging parents, only 16% are aware of the average annual cost of full-time senior care: $50,000 to $70,000.

New Study Reveals How Attractions & Entertainment Destinations Must Adapt to the Visitors of Today & Tomorrow

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Friday, November 10, 2023

PHOENIX, Nov. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- To better understand the guest mindset, behavior, and expectations within the attractions industry, LaneTerralever, a marketing and customer experience agency, and the International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions (IAAPA) partnered to conduct a national study of 1,497 attraction visitors and interviews with a range of attraction industry executives. The Leisure Consumer Trends Report reveals key findings that "traditional" attraction operators and entertainment destinations can apply to attract and retain visitors.

Key Points: 
  • The Leisure Consumer Trends Report reveals key findings that "traditional" attraction operators and entertainment destinations can apply to attract and retain visitors.
  • New attractions, new consumer offerings, new events, and festivals - all designed to create fresh and unique memories for guests year-round."
  • The Socializers: Like the Raving Fans, these mostly Gen Z visitors look for attractions they can enjoy with friends.
  • The Report contains 50+ pages of key insights and data, along with specific recommendations for operators of all types of attractions and entertainment destinations.

Not So Merry and Bright: D.A. Davidson Survey Reveals Credit Card Debt and Financial Stress Are on The Rise This Holiday Season

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Thursday, November 9, 2023

Davidson & Co. today announced survey results revealing that almost three-quarters of Americans who plan to celebrate the 2023 holidays (71%) are stressed about their expected spending this upcoming holiday season.

Key Points: 
  • Davidson & Co. today announced survey results revealing that almost three-quarters of Americans who plan to celebrate the 2023 holidays (71%) are stressed about their expected spending this upcoming holiday season.
  • Likely contributing to this stress, four in ten credit card owners (40%) are currently carrying a higher credit card balance than this time last year, and over half (54%) do not typically pay their credit card balances off in full every month.
  • Only half (53%) of Americans who have a credit card and plan to celebrate the holidays expect to be able to pay their credit card balances off in full during the holiday months.
  • “It’s evident that the spirit of giving is alive and well despite the financial challenges many Americans are facing,” Crowell added.