Yuma locals plan for Labor Day travel
Madeline Murray
YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA, KECY) – Labor Day is coming up on September 1 and locals are planning their travels.
Labor Day weekend is considered one of the busiest periods for travelers.
Hotels, car rentals and airplanes tend to be cheaper around this time, leading to crowding in airports and highways.
Many celebrate the national holiday that honors the dedication of American workers by traveling to spend time with their loved ones.
As Labor Day approaches, many locals are heading in and out of Yuma to spend quality time with their family and friends. The gas stations are seeing lower prices this Labor Day weekend.
“In Arizona, they’re a lot better than California. That’s where were headed,” says Bob Sprigs, a Yuma local who was on his way out for the holiday, and was taking advantage of the gas prices here in Yuma.
Gas prices in Yuma are lower than this time last year. According to AAA, prices are 40 cents cheaper.
Locals share where they’re traveling and what the holiday weekend means to them.
“Yeah with family, do a barbecue on Labor Day,” says Paul Pacheco, Yuma local.
For locals like Pacheco, Labor Day is more than just a day off, its a day of recognition.
“It celebrates the workers, working people, I’ve been a union worker in the past so, it is kind of an important holiday for me,” says Pacheco.
Other locals express gratitude for people who work, with Juan Villalobos stating, “I’m glad to all those hard working people that do really tough jobs for all of us.”
Remember to travel safely and enjoy the day off whether your spending time with family and friends or just sitting at home.