T.L. asks from Flower Mound, TX on August 08, 2007
Budget Travel Destinations for Christmas
Hello Mamas~
My Mother-in-law has offered to take her family on a vacation this Christmas instead of struggling to figure out what gifts to buy everyone. My concern is that it will be much too expensive for her...I'm trying to help her pick a destination that is somewhat do-able financially. There will be 9 of us (5 adults and 4 kids aged 4-11). Disneyworld while a very attractive idea is just too expensive.
Does anyone have any ideas for an affordable destination? Thanks so much-my MIL will thank you too!
T. L.
Flower Mound
More Answers
M.P. answers from Dallas on August 09, 2007
There are alot of family friendly, cheap places in Corpus Christi or Galveston. All you'd have to pay is for the hotle rooms and a few attractions but we found it very affordable. You can see the oceans, play on the beaches, collect sea shells, there are lots of other attractions in the area too. Take a ferry ride to one of the islands...It was great! Good luck!
P.S. answers from Dallas on August 09, 2007
I was thinking Branson or Gatlinburg (close by Dollywood)are both very beautiful during the holidays. Both have cabins all the way to luxury suites to rent depending on the budget. Have a fun family vacation!
P.
C.P. answers from San Diego on August 08, 2007
Hi T.,
Are all 9 people in the family currently in the same city? Will they begin their travel from the same place? You should look into Mexico. Puerto Vallarta is beautiful and would be a nice getaway during the cold Christmas season.
Good luck!
-Char
S.P. answers from Dallas on August 09, 2007
T.O. answers from Dallas on August 08, 2007
I'm thinking a house would be a cheaper and better choice for you all.... wherever you go. Try www.vrbo.com to look for a house to rent by state and then by city.
You could find a place in the hills in Arkansas or anywhere.
R.R. answers from Dallas on August 09, 2007
Hey T.! One of my favorite places to go during Christmas is Gatlinburg, TN! It's so pretty with the Christmas lights, and usually you will see some snow while you are there!! There are cabins available to rent up in the mountains. I love it!! Hope this helps!
R.
M.C. answers from Dallas on August 11, 2007
Costa Rica is a beautiful and very inexpensive destination. There is lots to do in terma of outdoor recreation like horseback riding, canopy tours of the rainforest, volcano tours, etc. There are natural hot springs at the base of the volcano that are sooo much fun! You can also check my website for some Dream Trip ideas to see if they might fit with your travel dates.
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