School is just about out for summer, leaving many families to search for the perfect summer vacation. But don’t stress about costs as there are plenty of affordable vacation ideas close by.
Here are five possible vacations for you and your family:
Palm Desert
Are you attracted to the desert heat? If the answer is yes, try Palm Desert this summer. Visitors can enjoy the Living Desert Zoo and Gardens, hiking, the aquatic center or a brewery tour. Of course, there’s golf courses too.
Hotel Pick: Shadow Mountain Resort and Club
Baja California
More and more people are flocking to Mexico for an inexpensive and cultural experience. Baja California is home to an abundance of English-speakers, making it easy for anyone to navigate through the foreign country. The area is also home to wineries, breweries, beautiful beaches and a lot of great food.
Hotel pick: The Grand Mayan Los Cabos
Monterey
Head to Monterey in northern California for a getaway in a quiet, coastal town. The city is home to a Fisherman’s Wharf, the Monterey Bay Aquarium and plenty of shopping and golf resorts. Take your bicycles with you or rent some at a local shop as there are scenic bike paths any family would enjoy.
Hotel Pick: Portola Hotel & Spa
Manchester Beach
Experience a dose of nature with Manchester State Park. The California beach is home to sand dunes, grasslands, fishing and coastal wildflowers. Plus, there’s free WiFi for campers!
Camp it out with Koa Campgrounds
Staycation!
Soak in a different part of San Diego County with a staycation. If you live in central San Diego, try heading to North or South county or even head east. There are plenty of affordable hotels in the region whether you want to stay on the coast or the desert.
