HotelPlanner's analysis of Memorial Day weekend bookings reveals Las Vegas and Chicago maintain their positions as the top two destinations for American travelers in 2025, according to recent data.
The company's analysis of 15 major U.S. destinations shows several coastal cities gaining popularity this year. San Diego moved up to third place from fourth in 2024, while Boston climbed to fourth from fifth last year.
Other notable gainers include Panama City Beach, Florida, which rose to seventh place, and Newport, Rhode Island, which entered the top 10 at ninth place. Los Angeles dropped from seventh to 11th place compared to last year.
According to HotelPlanner's data, Newport, Rhode Island, commands the highest average room rates for the holiday weekend, followed by Pensacola Beach, Florida, and Boston.
Las Vegas, the most popular destination, offers among the lowest average room rates.
The data suggests a continued strong interest in beach destinations for the unofficial start of summer, with seven coastal locations appearing in the top destinations list.
Editor's Note: This article was generated by AI, based on a press release distributed by HotelPlanner. It was fact-checked and reviewed by a TravelAge West editor.
