Long Bay Resort Myrtle Beach

MYRTLE BEACH, South Carolina (AP) -- The sign outside the Aquarius motel reads: "Spend a night, Not a paycheck," but some Midwest travelers have canceled reservations and other visitors stay fewer nights.

Record gas prices have people talking about in gas-guzzling SUVs and, now, as many Americans hit the open road, an uncertain economy is putting a crimp in summer vacation plans as well.