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Some of the Best Affordable Destinations in the USA

  • September 27, 2013
  • Jules

Just because you are travelling on a budget, it does not mean that you have to settle for less when it comes to holiday destinations. There are many affordable places where you can go have fun and let loose without spending all your money.

The United States has plenty of vacation spots that offer the relaxation, recreation and accommodation you need without breaking the bank. Here are some of these destinations.

  • Yosemite National Park.

Although the US is home to numerous national parks, few can match the unspoiled beauty of Yosemite. The entrance fee will grant you access to breathtaking scenery, several natural attractions, extensive hiking trails and low-cost camping areas.

Attractions here include Mist Trail and Yosemite’s Half Dome Cables Route for avid hikers, Nevada Falls, Glacier Point, Mariposa Grove, Ansel Adams Gallery and Yosemite Museum.

  • Washington, DC.

Most people associate Washington, DC with stuffy politics. This is far from the truth. Although the capital has its share of political buildings, it is teeming with free museums and historic landmarks. Thanks to the many visitors the city receives, there are several budget-friendly hotels, restaurants and bars.

Attractions to visit include all 19 Smithsonian museums (entrance is free), the National Air and Space Museum, the Jefferson and Lincoln Memorials, Washington Cathedral, the National Zoo and the National Gallery of Art. If you visit the capital towards the end of March, you might experience the city’s annual National Cherry Blossom Festival.

  • Yellowstone National Park.

This extensive park offers a host of breathtaking natural attractions. Visitors of all ages are drawn by the miles of hiking and skiing paths available as well as the various lakes and basins. During the summer, the park hosts hundreds of visitors while winter is the perfect time to enjoy activities such as snowmobiling, snowshoeing and cross-country skiing. If you are lucky, you might encounter some of the park’s resident wildlife including bison, bald eagles, moose and grizzlies.

Places of interest in Yellowstone Park include Old Faithful, the Grand Prismatic Spring, Yellowstone Lake, Mammoth Hot Springs, the Fountain Paint Pots and the Grand Canyon of Yellowstone.

  • Myrtle Beach, South Carolina.

Hosting over 100 public courses, Myrtle Beach has been nicknamed Golf Town USA. This is a popular holiday destination with travellers on a budget owing to the wide range of affordable activities on offer. You can choose to spend the day at the Family Kingdom Amusement Park or you can catch a show at the Alabama Theatre or at the Carolina Opry. Alternatively, you may opt to head over to Myrtle Beach State Park to rent a tent for the night.

Other places of interest include Ripley’s Aquarium, NASCAR Speed Park and Myrtle Waves Water Park.

  • Seattle, Washington.

This charming city brims with compelling sights, fascinating neighbourhoods and affordable restaurants and hotels. Whether you decide to explore the historic buildings on Pioneer Square, peruse the wares on sale at Pike Place Market or spend the day hiking the trails in the Olympic Mountains, you are bound to have a wonderful time. The Olympic Mountains are also a fantastic destination for skiing and snowshoeing.

Other attractions worth visiting in Seattle include the Discovery Park, Museum of Flight, Seattle Aquarium, Seattle Art Museum, Mount Si and the Olympic Sculpture Park.

These are just some of the affordable vacation destinations in the USA. If you are travelling from the UK you should also check out whether you will need to make an ESTA Visa application. ESTA FastTrack can provide more information.

Whatever your vacation needs, you can discover many other reasonably priced spots that will float your boat without using up all your money. All you have to do is conduct adequate research before hand to know which destinations will suit your budget needs.

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