CBS Saturday Morning (May 23) — A full-episode report on travel and the holiday weekend.
Record-setting travel is expected across the United States over the Memorial Day weekend, even as gas prices remain elevated. CBS Saturday Morning’s May 23 episode examines how travelers are reshaping plans and what rising fuel costs mean for families and the tourism industry.
The broadcast looks at travel trends, the pressures drivers face at the pump and related economic and political developments shaping the holiday period. Reporters speak with travelers and experts to show how demand is holding steady despite higher transportation expenses.
Watch the full episode (approximately 1 hour, 16 minutes) for the complete coverage, on-the-ground reports and additional context about the holiday travel surge and its implications.