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'Funflation' drives spending toward hobbies as travel costs climb
Original: Funflation: Consumers spend more on hobbies closer to home as travel gets pricier
Consumers are spending more on hobbies and entertainment closer to home as the rising cost of travel reshapes leisure habits, a trend CNBC has dubbed 'funflation'. With flights, hotels and trips growing more expensive, households appear to be redirecting discretionary budgets toward accessible local activities. The shift highlights how price pressure is changing where and how people spend their free time.
Why now: Travel prices remain high, prompting discussion about how consumers are reallocating leisure spending closer to home.
Evidence
API: https://socialmediatrends-api.osmike.com/v1/trends/217631