AAA: 33 Million Americans Plan to Travel Over Labor Day - KTVN Channel 2 - Reno Tahoe News Weather, Video -

Americans plan to hit the road this Labor Day weekend despite rising gas prices.

Thirty three million people will travel 50 miles or more, a 2.9% increase from last year, according to AAA. That's the highest level of travel for Labor Day since the start of the recession in late 2007.

A gallon of gas now costs an average $3.72 a gallon, down 22 cents from the peak reached in early April but about 40 cents more than it was on July 1.

The overwhelming majority of travelers -- 85% -- plan to drive to their destination. Once there, they will find hotel rooms costing 4% to 6% higher than last year.

Families planning to get away plan to spend $749. That's up from $702 last year. (AP)