The word 'staycation' was added to the Merriam-Webster's Collegiate Dictionary in 2009. It's a cute term of saying "we-can't-afford-a-flashy-vacation-and-will-see-hometown-sights." But don't we all need a getaway once in awhile? Today, where we go is mostly based on affordability.
Although we don't often get to choose our holiday destinations. Friends and family tend to choose those for us with invitations to graduations, weddings and reunions.
However, if you do have a say about your vacay spot, check out these two lists showing the best values and the most over-priced airfares across North America from hometown Atlanta.
You'll find some nice surprise destinations priced under $400 -- and be shocked at the list of priciest cities.
Top 10 Best Round-trip Airfare Values in North America:
- 1. $138 St. Louis, Mo.
- 2. $240 Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas
- 3. $260 Denver, Colo.
- 4. $290 Detroit, Mich.
- 5. $300 Sacramento, Calif.
- 6. $326 Cancun, Mexico
- 7. $332 San Juan, Puerto Rico
- 8. $360 Spokane, Wash.
- 9. $380 Bermuda
- 10. $380 Nashville, Tenn.
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Top 10 Budget-Busting Airfares in North America:
- 1. $425 Key West, Florida
- 2. $438 Oklahoma City, Okla.
- 3. $448 St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands (a relative bargain compare with other Caribbean Island rates averaging $800)
- 4. $450 Hartford, Ct.
- 5. $456 Las Vegas, Nev.
- 6. $512 San Diego, Calif.
- 7. $569 Portland, Ore.
- 8. $570 Salt Lake City, Utah
- 9. $730 Toronto, Ontario
- 10. $1,050 Honolulu, Hawaii
These rates are based on a round-trip ticket purchased with advance notice. Rates include all taxes and fees. Some airfares listed are based on current sale pricing.
Use these short lists as a guide when shopping for the best values in the sky.
Sale airfares are always subject to change.
I recommend starting the search for available seats at Kayak.com vs. calling an airline directly. You can also search for the sale at travel Web sites such as Expedia or Travelocity, etc.
Clara Bosonetto is a retired travel consultant.
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