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Going on a trip doesn’t have to be expensive. Sure, you can go somewhere and splurge on a luxurious hotel room and dine out at the finest restaurants, but you can also go on vacation and have just as nice of a time and spend a fraction of the price. You just have to choose a budget-friendly destination.
Certain cities are more expensive than others, so if you’re traveling on a budget, you have to keep that in mind. Don’t let the fear of the cost of a trip stop you from treating yourself to a much-needed weekend getaway. If you’ve been wanting to travel but don’t want to break the bank while doing so, check out these 5 budget-friendly destinations for a weekend trip.
1. Cancún, Mexico
You might think that a trip to Cancún has to be expensive, but that’s not necessarily the case. You can actually travel to this gorgeous island at reasonable prices, especially if you go during slow seasons. Travel during late spring, summer, and fall and you’re likely to find some great travel deals. Then once you’re there, all there’s left to buy is food and drinks and you can spend the rest of your time lounging on the beach.
2. Charlotte, North Carolina
Going on a weekend getaway to Charlotte, North Carolina and looking for some affordable things to do? No problem, there are tons of cheap and even free things to do in the city. For only $5, you can enjoy live music at The Evening Muse, and for only $6, you can go on a hike at the Anne Springs Close Greenway. You can also find flight deals from Charlotte, NC starting at $115 round trip, making it the perfect destination for a short weekend away.
3. Finger Lakes, New York
If you want to spend your weekend getaway relaxing in a cabin overlooking the hills, check out the Finger Lakes in New York. The Finger Lakes is only a four hour drive from New York City and is the perfect destination if you want to get away from the city but don’t want to travel too far. You can easily rent a car from New York City to get there and be on your way to a relaxing weekend in no time.
4. Gulf Shores, Alabama
Located at the southernmost tip of Alabama, Gulf Shores is the ideal vacation spot to relax on the beach. Whether you go for summer vacation or for spring break, the weather at Gulf Shores will still be good for sunbathing and swimming. As for accommodation, you can find tons of affordable hotels or get a vacation rental and go with friends and family.
5. Las Vegas, Nevada
Although Las Vegas is known for its glitz and glam, you can absolutely go and not spend all that much money. There are plenty of free things to do in Las Vegas. You can check out The Arts Factory and the Bellagio Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, both of which are completely free. Just make sure to not spend too much when you go to the casinos.
Treating yourself to a weekend trip away doesn’t have to be expensive. You just have to pick a destination where you can explore and have fun without spending much money. Any of these cities are great budget-friendly destinations for a weekend away. Whether you want to lay on the beach in Cancún or walk around the Las Vegas strip, you can’t go wrong with any of these places. So go ahead and treat yourself to that weekend trip that you’ve been dreaming of.