There are plenty of ways to save money while traveling. Just because you're not staying in 5-star hotels or taking first-class flights doesn't mean you can't have an amazing time. We've kept an eye out for flights and vacations fit for the budget traveler. Browse our deals below.
Check out the cheapest vacations deals for destinations not too far from home or where you don't need a passport to travel to.
New Orleans is a cityscape that offers fantastic airfare deals, with budget airlines Spirit and Frontier offering many routes to and from. You can often find luxe hotel accommodations for less than $100.
The home of Disney World, Universal Studios, and Seaworld—Orlando is the perfect family getaway. Little do visitors know, outside of staying at these world-renowned theme parks, you can find really great deals on accommodations. Oftentimes, resort fees do need to be taken into account but they often range from around $14 per night.
Niagara Falls offers budget accommodation with many highly-rated hotels costing less than $100 per night. Sitting on the Canadian/American border you can easily make a trip to Niagara Falls an international escape. Fly into Toronto (80 miles) or Buffalo, NY (20 miles) to visit this great natural wonder.
You can often find great flights to Las Vegas and hotels for under $100 right on the main strip. If you are looking for a fun adult getaway, Vegas is your perfect destination! As they say, "what happens in Vegas, stays in Vegas".
Venture further out and explore destinations with new cultures and languages. Here are the cheapest vacations to take abroad.
Costa Rica is not only a great action-packed destination perfect for the family, but it's also a very affordable place with great-value flights provided nationwide. Fly to San Jose or Liberia airport for less than $300 round trip, and explore affordable and unique accommodation on the beach or in the tropical jungle. You're sure to have an unforgettable experience while visiting this Central American country.
Airlines like Avianca often run incredible discounts on fares to Lima—Peru's capital city. From there, connections to Peru's most popular destinations, like Cusco or easy to find. Visit Machu Picchu or walk through the Sacred Valley.
With TAP Air Portugal offering great value flights from the East Coast, Portugal is the perfect gateway to Europe and offers a great alternative to the Caribbean with its stunning beaches, islands, and historical cities. Accommodation in Portugal is often quite affordable as well.