Summer Vacation Destinations that are Easy on the Wallet

Looking for a getaway that will stretch your ever-diminishing dollar? I have one word for you – Mexico! Depending on your destination and mode of transportation, you don't need to bother with the time and expense of a passport if you don't already have one. There are some great places just south of the border from San Diego, California for starters such as:

Puerto Nuevo– this is a low-key lobster village with great food and surf. Go here if you really want to do absolutely nothing but eat, drink, and surf.

Rosarito Beach – the is inexpensive and walking distance to surf, food, and watering holes. Get late-night food from local vendors and breakfast from yummy “hole-in-the-wall” type places. Ensenada - Shopping, dining, clubbing, and more surfing! The famous Hussong’s Cantina and Papas Beer are here if you like the party crowd.

Other Mexican destinations include the Yucatan Peninsula, Puerto Vallarta, and Cabo San Lucas.

Other favorable travel places include Puerto Rico, Costa Rica, Vancouver, and Toronto. The shorter the distance you travel, the less it will be to get there as well! You could always go to one of the smaller resort towns in Florida also. Instead of pricey Miami, try Port St. Lucie. Skip Orlando and hit the northern part of Pinellas County (above Clearwater). If you were trying to get to California’s Wine Country for a getaway, do Santa Maria instead of Napa Valley and you’ll save a bit.

What is your favorite inexpensive summer vacation destination?