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As we move into the new year, it can often be helpful to look on back on past trends in order to make strategic decisions in the future. Online travel site Orbitz has published information on 2008 travel trends, including the busiest travel times of the year, the top holiday destinations and the top travel destinations in the United States.

As you begin to plan your 2009 meetings and events, consider this useful information in order to select destinations and dates that will see fewer crowds and demand—also meaning less cost.

Biggest Travel Weeks in 2008

1. Thanksgiving
2. July 4
3. Christmas
4. Memorial Day
5. Third week of March

Top Destinations for Long Holiday Weekends

1. Las Vegas
2. New York
3. Chicago
4. Orlando
5. San Francisco
6. Washington, DC
7. Miami
8. Los Angeles
9. Boston
10. Atlanta

Top Domestic Destinations

1. Las Vegas
2. New York
3. Chicago
4. San Francisco
5. Miami
6. Los Angeles
7. Orlando
8. Washington, DC
9. Boston
10. Atlanta

To start researching these and other destinations across the globe, visit the Cvent Destination Guide