| When people mention cheap vacation spots I tend to | | | | there is steep competition to get the tourist dollar. This |
| think of a "not so fun" vacation, but it doesn't have to | | | | means you will get better deals on hotel, car rental, and |
| be that way at all. There are many places you can go | | | | attractions. If it's a large city you'll also find many |
| that are affordable and budget friendly and yet still lots | | | | low-cost activities such as museums, zoos, parks, |
| of fun. Here are a few ideas on how to have a super | | | | lakes, etc. You'll be able to shop around for the best |
| family trip and not have to spend big bucks. | | | | bargain and believe me, you'll find some good ones. |
| First idea is to go in with other family members and | | | | Some good ideas are Orlando, San Antonio, and |
| rent a cabin in the mountains or even a beach house. | | | | Washington D.C. to name a few. |
| The benefits of this type of arrangement is you can | | | | Another really good idea for cheap vacation spots is |
| split the costs of everything. And the more the merrier | | | | to book your vacation at a resort in the off season. |
| because the more people involved, the less cost per | | | | You can still have fun but the bonus will be cheaper |
| person. A mountain vacation or a beach vacation | | | | prices and less people and crowds. So do some |
| offer lots and lots of cheap or free activities. And | | | | research at different areas you would like to visit and |
| since you are renting a place you can do most of your | | | | find out what the time of the year is when they usually |
| cooking yourself. And of course split the cost of the | | | | experience the least business, and book your trip for |
| groceries! | | | | this time. |
| Next idea is to book your vacation in a city where | | | | |