Cheapest Places to Visit this Summer

Here's an interesting little article I stumbled across this morning - it gives a nice summary of 7 of the Best Places to Visit, right now while summer is still here. And the kicker is these places are cheap! Exactly what everyone wants to hear as the stick market continues its wild ride. For me! I think it's time to say good bye to Mr. Toad for a little while and step off that crazy ride for a cheap mini vacation.

So, what does Yahoo travel say is Hot and cheap right now?

How about -

Cheap Hotels in Orlando Florida

Chicago Illinois

The Mexican Riviera Maya

Aspen Colorado

Phoenix Arizona

Victoria British Columbia (yeah Canada!)

and

Atlanta Georgia

Now, out of those Top 7 Places what does one have that none of the other six do? Can you guess? It's pleasant weather! Yes, isn't it interesting that six of the seven cheap places to visit right now are smokin' hot and I'm not taking a great deal or smokin' hot popular no they're plain old smokin' hot! That leaves but one option on the list for escaping the heat of the south and that's Victoria in beautiful British Columbia Canada!

Here's a bit about what Yahoo! says is the reason Victoria is a good place to visit with good deals right now -

The Canadian Dollar - not sure if you are aware of this, many Americans are clueless, but as the green back plumets the the Canadian Dollar has been soaring high since the spring. That means a lot of Canadians are heading south across the U.S. border to enjoy deep recession discounts that are even sweeter because their dollar is worth more than the U.S. dollar. With less British Columbian's and other Canadians visting their own home town of Victoria hoteliers have been offering deals and keeping prices down. Hotwire reports room rates in Victoria are actually 10 percent lower than they were last year.

Of course bargain room prices are one of the last things to consider when thinking of a visit to Victoria. This city has so much to see and do. Many say, if you want to visit England but can't afford the fare, just pop up to Victoria and you'll get all the British fanfare you can handle. The city also has some of the finest restaurants and dining options on the west coast of North America, beautiful beaches, theatre, music, wildlife... oh, and did I mention the flowers?  The list goes on and on.

So, if you're looking for a cheap place to escape to before summer ends - check out Victoria, British Colombia Canada!

You can read more about the 7 Cheapest Places to Visit here -

Yahoo Travel - Places that are Cheap Now!

Cheap Hotels in Orlando

When I asked Anne Marie to tell e about her favorite Cheap Hotels in Orlando she opened my eyes to other accommodations which would save me money while maintaining my high standards for a quality place to stay. Here's what Anne Marie shared with me:

"Stop looking for cheaper hotel rooms in Orlando! If you're planning a trip to Disney or any of the other Central Florida theme parks you really want to be checking into renting an Orlando vacation home. To start, vacation home rentals are surprisingly cheap. They allow you as a visitor to save a lot of money over nightly rates you might pay at five star hotels in Orlando but they offer a standard of accommodation that is the same if not better.  You get so much more value for your money compared to any hotel stay.

And it's not just about rate as there are many additional ways you cut costs by staying in a Vacation Home Rental. You can truly enjoy at home comfort while on holiday and even with a low budget. For example - you save on extra baggage fees. Almost all vacation homes rentals in Florida have in suite laundry facilities. So, you can pack light - maybe even just bring a carry on as you know you will be able to wash your clothes throughout your stay. Dining and food costs are another huge savings. Normally you rack up huge charges for breakfast, lunch and dinner on your hotel bill from always eating in the convenient hotel restaurants. By shopping and cooking for yourself in your vacation home you can spend in a whole week on groceries what it might cost for just one meal dining out! Not only hat but you can control your diet better. Meaning less weight gain and a healthier you. Your costs can be reduced further by finding a vacation rental in the ideal location for the places you want to visit. It's easy to get a home close by to the attractions you are interested in which saves on transportation costs when visiting the theme parks.

For Orlando vacations the ideal location will be 5  to 15 minutes from Disney World or Universal studios. Floridas Orange County area vacation homes include Kissimmee and Lake Buena Vista. It's important to note that the highest demand for central Florida accommodations is in the summer so these prime properties are in high demand. Remember to shop around and book well in advance to find the cheapest and best places to stay.

Your typical rental property will have 3 bedrooms and be big enough to sleep six to eight people. But there are also plenty of vacation homes that can handle tour groups and large families. These homes are much bigger and can have up to 6 or 7 bedrooms. It's quite easy to do your research online to find the best place for you and your family or group. Of course the bigger the group often the better deal you can get because you're spreading the cost across more people. Often you can get luxurious vacation homes that rival even the finest five star hotels. Amenities can and typically do include: your own private pool and jacuzzi; large gourmet kitchens; laundry facilities; in house recreation rooms with big screen TV's, pool tables, etc.  It's important to confirm the home your renting has all the necessities you want for your vacation.  And remember you're getting all of this while saving a bundle of cash that you would typically spend just on meals out.

Orlando has been receiving millions of vistors over many years. Sure there are plenty of cheap hotel rooms in town but why not live in the lap of luxury for the same price? The vacation home rental industry in Central Florida has developed into a professional well oiled machine that offers extensive listings suitable for any size family or group - from a romantic get away for a couple to a big family reunion. So, if you're planning a trip to have some fun in the sun in the Central Florida play ground choosing one of the cheapest places to stay can translate into one of the most luxurious holidays you've ever taken!