Cheap summer vacations enable one to enjoy the summer months to the full without having to spend a lot of money.
Fortunately, there are many cheap vacation packages for those who know where to look.
Following are some of the cheapest options for those who want to travel abroad for the summer.
Costa Rica
Traveling abroad does not have to cost tens of thousands of dollars. Costa Rica is not far from the United States, so a round trip ticket is not expensive to obtain. A 3-5 day travel package in Costa Rica can be obtained for as little as $500 per person.
There are beautiful beaches, exotic forests and various places of interest to visit. There are also modern amenities such as malls, theaters and golf courses. A meal out at an inexpensive restaurant costs anywhere from $4.00 to $12.00 a person. Those who are looking for summer vacations that are cheap will find that this small Central American country is one of the best places to visit.
Rio de Janeiro
A six night package that includes both airfare and accommodations costs about $1,000 and a meal out costs anywhere from $5.00 to $13.00 apiece. Rio is an ideal place for those looking for memorable and cheap summer vacations, as there is no shortage of things to see and do.
The Philippines
The Philippines is a great place to spend a week or two. This small Asian country is composed of various islands, each with its own appeal and charm. Besides spending time at beautiful beaches, one will be able to explore beautiful natural sites such as Kayangan Lake and Sumaguing Cave.
The Philippine classifieds website Sulit.com.ph is currently offering several vacation packages ranging from $177 a person up to $515 a person for a four day three night ticket/accommodation/tour package for the Batanes. An inexpensive meal can be purchased for less than $2 a person and a three course meal costs from $7 to $23 a person. Souvenirs are not hard to find and some can be bought for less than a dollar.
There is a common misconception that a holiday abroad will always be very expensive. While this is often the case, there are a number of summer vacations which has cheap packages that allow a person to enjoy spending time abroad without having to pay a lot of money. Even expensive summer destinations have cheap vacations deals that can save a person a lot of money.
Booking a package well in advance over the internet is a good way to find special deals. Compare prices from various tour companies and online ticket agencies, as this will make it possible to see which company is offering the very best deal.
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