Airbnb recently released a new report revealing that local travel is at an all time high, growing twice as fast as long-distance travel.
Over the past five years, nights stayed by Airbnb guests within 300 miles of their home (about a tank of gas away) have nearly doubled, according to Jackie McGraw who works for the vacation rental company.
Local travel is especially popular in Utah where over 30% of Airbnb guests from Utah stayed at listings within the state during the first half of 2024.
Airbnb took a look at nearby destinations guests from the Salt Lake City area love most to help inspire last-minute Labor Day travel.
Local destinations Airbnb guests from the Salt Lake City area traveled to the most over the last year:
- St. George
- Washington
- Hurricane
- Park City
- Garden City
- Lehi
Airbnb listings most loved by guests from the Salt Lake City area in Utah:
- St. George Diamond Valley Upstairs Apartment (St. George)
- Desert Oasis: Red Mtn. Retreat (Ivins)
- Utah Retreat! Brand New Cozy & Modern Apt (Vineyard)
You can learn more here.
Airbnb also recently partnered with the International Association of Financial Crimes Investigators (IAFCI) to help consumers avoid travel scams — especially as they book last-minute Labor Day trips. You can find tips for travelers here.
