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Florida Hotel Named ‘Best Bang for the Buck’

Author Daniel Morabito
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Chances are, if you’ve ever traveled for work or are taking a road trip and need a place to stay, you’ve stumbled upon a few budget hotels. Most of the time, you think about mold infesting the walls. Or maybe, you think of roaches and bed bugs filling up the room. Either way, that can be true, but sometimes you might stumble across a few hidden gems. The Candlewood Suites Miami Exec Airport Hotel was named the number 6 best budget Hotel in the U.S.

Of course, everyone likes to think that just because a hotel is cheap that it is automatically a dump. FarAndWide.com put together their list of the top 10 most budget friendly hotels that won’t break the bank. They looked across Tripadvisor to see what people were saying, prices, and amenities.

Far and Wide shared one user’s feedback, “I have been coming over to this hotel plenty of times because of the excellent customer service of the front desk employees. Now they just gave me an upgraded room. Julissa and Krista are very welcoming. I feel like this is my second home. The FOM has a nice attitude as well, that’s why she has good employees.” This hotel is located directly next to the Miami Executive airport and just 20 miles from Miami International Airport.

You can find plenty of shopping areas located near the hotel as well as museums and other attractions, but what makes this hotel so great for the money?

What’s included at Candlewood Suites Miami Exec Airport Hotel?

The Candlewood Suites Miami Exec Airport Hotel has a few different room options. The Studio King Suite is their cheapest option coming in at $102. You get one king bed, kitchen, coffee maker, TV and more. For $6 more you can get free wifi.

Another option they have is the $108 Studio Two Queen Suite. This room offers two queen beds, a kitchen, internet and more. The Studio Suite room option offers a one bedroom suite with more room to lounge on the chairs and kitchen. These rooms are $112 a night and come with free wifi.

There is a pool, 24 hour gazebo, on-site laundry and a fitness center to make sure you enjoy your stay.

Originally from the Midwest and moved down to Tampa Bay after college. When Daniel is not working on Beasley Content, you can find him fishing or skateboarding. Daniel enjoys writing about local restaurants across the Tampa Bay area, Florida lottery stories, and concert reviews/photos.

Florida Has One of America's Cheapest Christmas Vacations

Christmas is a time to visit family and friends and get away from the daily grind. The holidays can be a wonderful time, but they can also be very expensive. From buying lots of Christmas gifts for family and friends to having to pay for plane tickets and travel, holiday expenses can really add up. But, the good news is that there are some affordable holiday vacations, and Florida has one of America’s cheapest Christmas vacations.

One good thing about traveling during the winter months is that it’s often the off-season for popular vacation destinations. Of course, the holidays are a busy travel time. That makes late December a difficult time to find a deal for travel. But, if you don’t mind the cold and snow, some northern areas of the U.S. offer very good deals. That’s true even during the Christmas season.

Some tips for finding a good deal for holiday vacationing include searching a lot of booking websites, comparing different hotel dates to find the most reasonable ones and finding bundle deals. Also, keep your eyes open for special deals on resorts and hotels that are just opening. That’s because sometimes, during those opening months, new vacation spots try to attract a loyal clientele by offering special deals. One more tip is to search for airfare rates individually even if you are traveling as a couple or a group. If you put in a search for a group of tickets, the algorithms will often leave out information on one or two cheaper tickets being available. They’ll just send you a group of tickets, sitting together, all at the same price. So, you might get a deal if you search for one ticket, instead.

So, what are the best affordable Christmas vacations in the U.S.? Here are some popular spots that won’t break the bank.

America’s Cheapest Christmas Vacations

  • Frankenmuth, Michigan

    Frankenmuth, Michigan, is the self-proclaimed Christmas capital city of the world. Okay, so many argue that Strasbourg, France, takes that honor, but Frankenmuth is close, and it’s a lot cheaper to get there. No passport needed. The villiage’s Franconian-style architecture has given it the loving name “Little Bavaria.” Frankenmuth is also home to the world’s biggest Christmas store.

    Clock tower telling the story of the pied piper in Frakenmuth Michigan.

    Getty Images / Michael Deemer

  • Lancaster, Pennsylvania

    Lancaster, Pennsylvania, is located in Pennsylvania Dutch Country, and it offers a beautiful view of snowy hills and Amish country. It’s a very old-fashioned type of town, making it a charming winter getaway. There are plenty of fun, holiday-type things to do in Lancaster that won’t break the bank.

    Rowhouse in Lancaster, PA

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  • Las Vegas, Nevada

    You might never guess, but Las Vegas, Nevada, is a great spot for an affordable holiday trip. Think about it. Most people wouldn’t think to go to “Sin City” for Christmas. Of course, it’s much less the “sin” part these days, as Las Vegas offers fun activities for the whole family.

  • Charlotte, North Carolina

    Charlotte, North Carolina, is a great spot to visit in the holiday season, because it’s not as crowded as other times during the year. It’s also less expensive to visit during the holidays and offers beautiful decorations during Christmas. Don’t forget the many holiday markets.

    Charlotte, North Carolina, USA Skyline

    Getty Images / Sean Pavone

  • Fort Myers, Florida

    Fort Myers, Florida, is a popular destination for snow birds. But, that’s doesn’t mean to skip it during the holidays. If you want to get away from the snow and ice, Fort Myers offers a great escape over Christmas and for prices that are more reasonable than in many other areas of Florida.

  • Boston, Massachusetts

    Boston, Massachusetts, gets cold in the winter, but it also has that classic Christmas charm. It’s a big city with a smaller city feel during the holidays. What’s more, it’s a more affordable winter vacation destination than many other areas, and you won’t have the fight the crowds.

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