<p>When you daydream of travelling in the United States, often, the biggest dampener is the high price tag. However, what many miss out on is how, with some careful planning, one can cover several breathtaking destinations in the US without emptying the wallet. Here are some tips to do so: </p><p>Consider visiting an off-the-beaten-path destination or, better still, plan your trip during the off-peak season when fares are more affordable and crowds are fewer. Take, for instance, Moab, Utah, home to Arches National Park and Canyonlands, is less crowded after mid-October, and boasts comfortable daily temperatures too. </p><p>Sun Valley in Idaho is an ideal autumn destination. You can also plonk in a unique cultural experience through the Trailing of the Sheep Festival. Instead of Sonoma or Napa Valley for some classic California wine tasting, you can take a detour to Paso Robles on California’s Central Coast, which features world-class wine with lower prices and less foot traffic.</p><p>Another way to avoid breaking the bank to visit the US is to choose to visit its eminently walkable cities. Las Vegas and San Diego are just two examples. </p><p>The United States is also a veritable treasure house of museums, many of which have free admission and discounted rates on certain days. Check museum websites in advance to learn about free admission days, special exhibitions, and any reservation requirements. Many cities also offer free walking tours, discounted daily transit cards and passes, as well as free-to-attend cultural festivals and farmers' markets. </p><p>In short, before you plan to hop onto that plane, do some smart strategising!</p>
<p>When you daydream of travelling in the United States, often, the biggest dampener is the high price tag. However, what many miss out on is how, with some careful planning, one can cover several breathtaking destinations in the US without emptying the wallet. Here are some tips to do so: </p><p>Consider visiting an off-the-beaten-path destination or, better still, plan your trip during the off-peak season when fares are more affordable and crowds are fewer. Take, for instance, Moab, Utah, home to Arches National Park and Canyonlands, is less crowded after mid-October, and boasts comfortable daily temperatures too. </p><p>Sun Valley in Idaho is an ideal autumn destination. You can also plonk in a unique cultural experience through the Trailing of the Sheep Festival. Instead of Sonoma or Napa Valley for some classic California wine tasting, you can take a detour to Paso Robles on California’s Central Coast, which features world-class wine with lower prices and less foot traffic.</p><p>Another way to avoid breaking the bank to visit the US is to choose to visit its eminently walkable cities. Las Vegas and San Diego are just two examples. </p><p>The United States is also a veritable treasure house of museums, many of which have free admission and discounted rates on certain days. Check museum websites in advance to learn about free admission days, special exhibitions, and any reservation requirements. Many cities also offer free walking tours, discounted daily transit cards and passes, as well as free-to-attend cultural festivals and farmers' markets. </p><p>In short, before you plan to hop onto that plane, do some smart strategising!</p>
