A recent report from AAA reveals a 36-cent drop in the price of gas compared to last June. Music to travelers' ears, the lower crude oil price comes as a relief to families looking to hit the road for a busy summer season. With road trips now more financially feasible, many families will opt for destinations accessible by car, which for many include smaller, regional theme parks.Â
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