The Top Cheap Vacation Destinations in the US

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Dec. 23, 2020

Do you desperately need to get away and go somewhere? You might have daydreams of exotic tropical cruises or sightseeing in Europe, but your tight-budget reality may demand a dirt-cheap vacay.

Luckily for you and your wallet, the U.S. has many fun and affordable places to visit, maybe one that's just a short road trip away.

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The Top Cheap Vacation Destinations in the US

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