From coast to mountains: These two Georgia vacation spots are selected top budget destinations

Beachgoers and birds relax on Tybee Island on Thursday, August 8, 2024.
Beachgoers and birds relax on Tybee Island on Thursday, August 8, 2024.

Looking for an affordable getaway in Georgia? A new study by travel experts at Magical Nepal has revealed that Helen and Tybee Island are among the 10 cheapest vacation spots in the USA for 2024.

The analysis covered over 100 well-known attractions across the country, assessing daily meal expenses, public transportation costs, accommodation rates, and attrition fees to identify the most affordable vacation destinations.

Two standout locations in Georgia are Helen and Tybee Island, offering unique experiences without breaking the bank.

Helen, Georgia

Ranked No. 3, Helen offers a charming mountain escape in northeast Georgia. The study found that a vacation at Helen costs approximately $195.87 per person per day.

For a family of four, a seven-day trip would total around $3,457.94.

Tybee Island, Georgia

Ranked No. 4, this coastal destination is near Savannah and provides a relaxed beach atmosphere at a budget-friendly price.

The daily cost is about $202.96 per day, with a seven-day family trip costing $3,594.36.

Full list of the 10 Least Expensive Vacation Destinations in USA, 2024

From most affordable to less affordable:

  1. Charleston, West Virginia: $193.99 per person/day

  2. Outer Banks, North Carolina: $195.25 per person/day.

  3. Helen, Georgia: $195.87 per person/day.

  4. Tybee Island, Georgia: $202.96 per person/day.

  5. Gatlinburg, Tennessee: $211.36 per person/day.

  6. Sedona, Arizona: $215.20 per person/day.

  7. Oklahoma City, Oklahoma: $224.60 per person/day.

  8. Cape Cod, Massachusetts: $226.31 per person/day.

  9. Bend, Oregon: $229.47 per person/day.

  10. Monument Valley, Utah: $236.73 per person/day.

What were the 10 most expensive destination spots in the U.S.?

From most expensive to least expensive:

  1. Aspen, Colorado: $779.92 per person.

  2. Park City, Utah: $729.62 per person/day.

  3. Maui, Hawaii: $694.77 per person/day.

  4. Montauk, New York: $634.18 per person.

  5. Santa Monica, California: $613.15 per person/day.

  6. Charleston, South Carolina: $554.22 per person/day.

  7. Key West, Florida: $550.20 per person.

  8. New York City, New York: $533.28 per person.

  9. Martha’s Vineyard, Massachusetts: $518.78 per person/day.

  10. Jackson Hole, Wyoming: $504.20 per person.

This article originally appeared on Athens Banner-Herald: Two affordable Georgia spots appear on a list of cheap vacations