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Many Americans are thinking about a beach vacations or checking out some cultural sites in 2012. A recent Trip Advisor survey of more than 2,700 U.S. travelers revealed those are the “top trip picks” for the coming new year.
Spending is Going Up:
Despite the economy 80 percent of U.S. travelers who participated in the survey said that they will spend the same, if not more, on leisure travel in 2012 than they did in 2011. The survey found 79 percent of people plan to spend a minimum of $3,000 on vacations, while 57 percent said they will pay at least $5,000, and more than 20 percent said they’ll spend $10,000 or more.
Top 3 Overseas Destinations
68 percent of respondents said they plan to travel outside of the U.S. in 2012, with Paris, Rome and London topping the destination list.
Top 3 U.S. Destinations
1) New York City: Favourites among visitors to the Big Apple include Broadway shows, the Casablanca Hotel in Times Square, The West Village and Lower East Side neighborhoods.
2) Las Vegas: Most travellers said they head to Vegas for the casinos and big Broadway-like shows,. They also said they love indoor skydiving and the Red Rock Canyon National area, which is located just 15 miles west of Sin City, according to Miller.
3) San Francisco: Trip Advisor travellers say they love the tour of Alcatraz. They also love the iconic Golden gate Bridge and hopping on and off of the cable cars. They like the Cable Car Museum, which has free admission.”
Vacation Rentals More Popular
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At times, hotels can feel a little cramped, especially if you’re traveling with your family or a big group. That’s why vacation rentals are becoming more and more popular.
Travellers don’t mind doing a little extra work in exchange for a lot more space. You can get a full kitchen, a pool perhaps, or a private little stretch of beach. This is a way where you can spend less and get more.
Just make sure you ask the right questions. For example, is housekeeping included? Are linens included? Is there a minimum stay? Also, if you end up loving a vacation rental, make sure you book your next stay well in advance.
Hotel Trends Move Toward More Intimate
While a huge number of people are still planning to stay in hotels (83 percent) – the tides are turning a little bit – as more travellers opt for B&B’s and inns.
Travelers want the little extras like having breakfast included – especially in this economy – it makes them feel like they’re getting more for their money and more of a deal. There’s also an intimacy factor and a social element to B&B’s.
All-inclusive vacations are also up slightly because this is another option where people feel that they get more for their money, and cruises are up as well. “Cruises are a great option, because you only have to unpack once and you get to see more of the world,” Miller added.
Travel Tips for 2012:
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Save money flying: A lot of U.S. travellers on Trip Advisor have say they are looking for airlines that offer at least one bag free, and there are still a few out there..
Read reviews: Read reviews for not only hotels, but vacation rentals as well. Shop around: Make sure you do some comparison shopping and look at several sites, at least three, when comparing things like airfares. This will give you a frame of reference, but when you find a good deal that’s within your budget, grab it because it could be gone before you know it.
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