Inflation seems to be taking a time-out, but high prices are here to stay. What will your pizza and beer cost this year?
by Peter C. Earle
The Daily Economy
With the biggest sporting event of the year approaching, so too does an opportune time to review the prices associated with enjoying that experience — whether in the stadium or among the comforts of home. Like last year, this article will break down costs associated with attending the game in person (ticket prices, travel, and accommodations) as well as the cost of hosting a Super Bowl party at home from food and drinks to energy costs. Those prices are all the more meaningful when viewed in historical context, so changes over the past year and since the pandemic are offered to highlight not only the impact of inflation but shifts in the demand for high-end experiences. One of the unseen costs of inflation is the erosion of traditions and cultural celebrations. We can understand the personal finance implications with some Super Bowl fandom data points.
Attending Super Bowl LIX in Person
As Sunday, February 11 approaches, airlines have responded to increased demand by adding flights to New Orleans, leading to elevated airfares. Southwest Airlines has introduced 31 additional flights connecting the championship team cities of Kansas City and Philadelphia to New Orleans, with one-way fares ranging from $384 to $798.