It seems like all of our Google searches are “best cheap travel destinations” and if you’re in North Carolina then you don’t have to travel too far from home to find it!

U.S. News & World Report ranked the best cheap vacations around the country. According to the website, “Whether you’re seeking a fun national park adventure, a beach escape or a small-town getaway, you’ll discover plenty of budget-friendly vacation options on this list.”

Two North Carolina cities made the list.
Asheville came in at #7 on the list.
“Located in western North Carolina, Asheville appeals to nature lovers and adventure travelers. Take a drive along scenic Blue Ridge Parkway, hike to breathtaking waterfalls in Pisgah National Forest or learn about Southern Appalachian plant species at the Botanical Gardens at Asheville. Save money on lodging by opting for a hostel or vacation rental downtown or test your wilderness skills on a camping trip. You’ll also want to time your visit for summer when the town holds several free music festivals.”
Nags Head came in at #15 on the list.
“Spending time in the sun is the main reason to make the trip to Nags Head, part of the Outer Banks region of North Carolina. The beach town’s sky-high sand dunes in Jockey’s Ridge State Park and great fishing spots in the surrounding Gulf Stream waters attract travelers with varying interests. When visitors are not lounging on the sand, they can explore Nags Head lighthouses or look for birds, sea turtles and more at nearby Pea Island National Wildlife Refuge. Fall and spring are the best seasons to visit thanks to fewer crowds and lower prices for accommodations.”
Full List of Best Cheap Vacations in the United States
1. Grand Canyon National Park
2. Glacier National Park
3. Grand Teton National Park
4. Moab
5. Bar Harbor
6. Cannon Beach

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7. Asheville, NC
8. Sequoia National Park
9. Olympic National Park
10. Destin, FL
11. Santa Fe
River walk along the James River in Historic York town, Virginia. Yorktown is a major tourist destination for history and leisure purposes
12. St. Augustine, FL
13. Gatlinburg, TN
14. Colorado Springs
15. Nags Head
16. San Antonio
17. Williamsburg
18. Gettysburg
19. Athens, GA
20. Portland, OR