Spring break travelers can’t relax on safety

Airports will be busy today through March 21, as schools, colleges and universities take their annual spring vacation.

A harsh Oklahoma winter has travelers seeking relief at warm, sunny locales such as southern Florida, Orlando, Fla., and Mexico. All-inclusive cruises gained popularity this year, likely because many folks continue to look for value, said Chuck Mai, a spokesman for AAA Oklahoma.

Highways, too, will be crowded as many drive to their destination, despite higher gasoline prices. The statewide average price of a gallon of regular unleaded was $2.65 on Thursday — a 15-month high.

"The higher gasoline prices are being trumped by pent-up demand and cabin fever,” Mai said.