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The rising cost of living doesn’t seem to have affected Islanders’ spending habits when it comes to escaping winter weather for the warmer climates of places like the Dominican Republic or Mexico.

With March Break and Easter weekend both on the horizon, PEI travel agencies say they’re as busy as ever booking trips.

The Travel Store owner Paulette Soloman said her clientele this year is a mix of seasoned travelers, and people looking for a post-pandemic getaway.

“We’ve got all kinds of people coming in still, even with March Break just a few weeks away, looking to book family or couples trips at that time,” she said. “Last year was really busy as well.

“We’ve grown a little bit in terms of our staffing, so we’ve settled in a little more and are welcoming new clients all the time.”

WATCH | Islanders gear up to travel over March break:

Islanders gear up to travel over March break

PEI’s rising cost of living doesn’t seem to be stopping Islanders from traveling. With March break just around the corner starting March 22, local travel agents tell CBC’s Laura Meader they’re busy booking getaways.

This year’s break on PEI runs from March 22