beach vacation travel
Beach vacations can be really cheap or really expensive, depending on when you go, where you’re going, and the level of luxury you’re willing to pay for.
First, let’s talk about the “when”. Vacations at popular beach vacation destinations during the tourist season will simply be more expensive than the same trip in the off-season. Prices for everything (hotels, food, tickets, etc.) from November through May at popular beach vacation spots are going to cost more. There are ways to go for less, of course, but cheap travel means you’ll have to forgo the luxuries and service yourself.
But even during the tourist season, prices vary. Everything is more expensive on Friday, Saturday and Sunday than the other days of the week.
Now let’s talk about the “where”. All beach vacation destinations are not equally desirable. Some areas cater to the party crowd, while others cater to family fun. Some try to cover all contingencies. But a trip to Acapulco, for example, will cost less than a trip to Cancún. Trips to all Florida beaches don’t cost the same either.
Now, about the level of luxury: This is one point where you have the most control over the cost of your beach vacation. If you think it’s necessary to travel first class all the way, you’ll pay for it. If, on the other hand, you want to cut expenses as much as possible, look for rentals instead of booking rooms at the main hotels on the beach. Take a look at the prices of hotels that are a little further inland.
And avoid the tourist traps. Many restaurants and shops cater especially to vacationers. Locals don’t pay those prices. Find the places where the locals shop and where the locals eat out. You can save a lot of money.
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