BOSTON (February 10, 2009) – Where are the best destinations for budget-conscious travelers this year? From beach cities to cultural capitals, bargains abound, according to the new Travelnomics report released today by Cheapflights.com, a travel deals search engine. “Top Affordable Destinations for 2009”, the latest in a series of reports designed to provide a unique perspective on the ever-changing leisure travel landscape, highlights the best vacation locales for a shrinking wallet.
“2009 is truly the year of the travel deal and it’s evident in the great airfare deals we’re seeing on Cheapflights.com,” said Carl Schwartz, chief travel officer for Cheapflights.com. “Airfares and hotels are more affordable now than they have been in years, and the U.S. dollar continues to hold strong in great destinations around the world. Even if the economy is taking a bite out of your wallet, don’t think you have to stay home and sacrifice that well-deserved vacation.
Each destination included in the Cheapflights.com report was chosen for its affordability, including the number of low-cost or free activities available in the area, the different types of unique celebrations or experiences visitors can take part in, as well as the destination’s “unknown factor.” Each destination highlighted in the report also includes nearby cities that are also worth a visit during the trip.
Among the destinations highlighted in the “Top Affordable Destinations for 2009” are:
- Hawaii – The Big Island boasts more free activities than practically any destination on the planet. With Hawaii’s tourism down fifteen percent overall, the door is wide open for great savings on hotels and flights across the state.
- Washington D.C. – President Obama’s inauguration kicked off a flurry of visitors planning a trip to our nation’s capital. The number of free activities—including many family-friendly spots like the Smithsonian—coupled with the new found buzz running through the city makes it a must-visit destination in 2009.
- Riviera Nayarit – Still fairly unknown among travelers, this up-and-coming spot along Mexico’s Pacific coast is located a short distance from Puerto Vallarta. Riviera Nayarit offers a vacation that will relax and rejuvenate, from a perfect day of swimming in the sea to a quiet walk along the sandy beach.
To learn more about these and the other discount travel destinations included in the report, which include Vancouver, Iceland, Vermont, Florida Keys, Panama, Prague, Austin, TX, Berlin, Scottsdale, AZ, and Kansas City, download the complete report at www.cheapflights.com
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