There are a lot of choices of destination
when you are going on vacation. The main questions are how big your budget is,
what sorts of activities do you and your family love doing, and whether you are traveling
domestically or internationally.
Ask any traveler and they will have numerous
suggestions, but here are top-rated places to go that should suit every taste
and budget. The overseas suggestions will be worth a visit no matter what the
exchange rate.
1. Singapore
This is a fantastic island-country and city
with the best food in the world at the most affordable prices. The
accommodation ranges from tourist to five-star, all at affordable prices. Book online for a package deal. There’s so much to do that you won’t be spending time in your room. The public
transportation is superb, so you can get anywhere you need to go. Buy a travel
pass when you arrive at Changi airport and head out for adventure.
The tourist buses called “ducks” will take
you around every attraction in the city center, plus onto the river. Nearly everyone
speaks English and the British influence is still strong. Try the chocolate
buffet at the Fullerton Hotel on Saturdays and the original Singapore sling at
the world-famous Raffles bar. Even the height of luxury is affordable in this
paradise.
2. New Zealand
If you get a good deal from Air New Zealand
during the “off-season”, which are the spring and fall in the Northern
Hemisphere, you can head down under for a song. They also offer multi-airfare
passes so you can get up to six internal flights for only a bit more than the
cost of the international ticket. You will usually fly into Auckland on the
North Island and branch out from there.
For those who love the tropics, head north to
the beautiful Bay of Islands for a beach holiday. If you want a spa holiday,
head to the middle of the island, Rotorua.
Are you a fan of Lord of the Rings and The
Hobbit? Head to Wellington on the North Island for tours of many of the
locations used. If you love skiing, head for Queenstown on the South Island to
ski the Remarkables, filmed so lovingly in the movies just mentioned.
Best of all are the backpackers' hostels – you
can stay in a Microtel for around 6 USD per night. The food is fantastic, as is
the local wine.
3. Ireland
Ireland is full of fun, food and fabulous attractions.
A flight to Shannon Airport is only about five hours from the east coast of The US.
Ireland is full of castles, unspoilt nature,
and seafood. Public transportation is easy and cheap, everyone speaks English,
and they are all very friendly to North Americans. Great bed and breakfasts
abound. Expect to pay around $13 for a meal and $35 for accommodation each
night outside Dublin.
Dublin caters to tourists, so it does not
have the real Irish feel of Cork or Galway, but it does have a fantastic amount
of attractions, including Trinity College and the two cathedrals. The youth
hostels near Christ Church Cathedral are clean and modern. Expect to pay $20 to
$100 per night, depending on season and number of people in the room.
4. Portland, Oregon
This is a family-friendly city with lots to
do and superb public transport. It is also the gateway to all sorts of scenic
locations, including the glacier Mt. Hood, where you can ski all year round.
The variety of restaurants is as good as New York City, but for a fraction of
the price. Don’t miss Powell’s – the largest bookstore in the world.
5. Nashville
Affordable, family friendly, with lots to see and do. It beats
Disneyland/world by a mile in terms of value. There are seven theme parks
within driving distance and attractions of every kind to enjoy, from music to
museums – all at affordable prices.
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