Vacation Ideas for Budgets $5K and Under
Many of the best family trips can be done for under $5K!
Budget ranges can vary greatly depending on the size of your family, your eating and shopping habits, hotel preferences, and the length of the trip. These ideas are based on a family of 4, with moderate eating habits, staying at mid-range hotels. The budgets do not include flights.
Central California
The natural beauty of central California is amazing! Visit San Francisco, Muir Woods, Monterey, Big Sur, Yosemite, and more.
Acadia National Park
Acadia National Park is located on Mount Dessert Island on the coast of Maine. Here you can enjoy the beauty of nature surrounded by mountains, rocky coastlines, sandy beaches, lakes,
Southern California
Southern California has wonderful weather and is home to beautiful coastline, exciting cities, theme parks, and much more. Visit the San Diego Zoo, Disneyland, tour a movie studio, watch sea
Washington, D.C.
The capital of the U.S.A. is filled with fun activities for families and many of them are free! Many of the museums have areas and activities specifically for kids.
Canadian Rockies
The beauty of the Rocky Mountains in Canada is incredible! This mountain range stretches across British Columbia and Alberta and features jagged mountains dotted with snow and turquoise glacial lakes.
Universal Orlando Resort
Universal Orlando Resort is a super fun vacation for families with older kids and teens! The best part for many is Harry Potter World, where you can be immersed in
Michigan – Sleeping Bear Dunes & Mackinac Island
Michigan is an incredibly beautiful state! It is a great summer vacation destination that is great for families with kids or teens.
Utah National Parks
Take a road trip through 5 stunning National Parks in Utah including Arches, Bryce Canyon, Canyonlands, Capitol Reef, and Zion. This trip can be done in 6-8 days starting from