Summer Beach deals are available throughout the U.S.
April 6th, 2009 If you've been dreaming of sand castles and cresting waves, but haven't firmed up your plans for fear of sticker shock, now is the time to think about booking. Galveston might still be recovering from Hurricane Ike, which hit the island hard last September but by visiting Galveston and spending precious tourism dollars, you'll help with the rebuilding efforts, which have already come a long way. Many of the main attractions are open and ready for business. Charleston also has plenty of nearby beaches to draw sand lovers from all over the U.S. And to make things more affordable, the Charleston Area Convention & Visitors Bureau has launched a Family Fun value promotion, which features many discounts. In Santa Barbara, where you can get discounts and perks for leaving your wheels behind and walking, biking, or even taking the train instead of driving the city has initiated a Car Free promotion that includes a host of savings for vacationers. Beachgoers who like it hot will love Florida this summer. Located on the state's Gulf coast, St. Petersburg/Clearwater is home to several powdery white-sand beaches that consistently rank as some of the best in America. The deals, which you can always find online, are pretty nice, too with many vacation rental properties that offer free tickets or discounts to local attractions. More ideas on these budget vacations available from this article in smartertravel.com
