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The most affordable fall trips for budget-friendly travel

Save on your next autumn getaway with these 5 affordable fall destinations for a non-traditional trip

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A fall getaway does not have to come with a fall-sized price tag. As summer winds down and the holiday season approaches, a short trip can be a welcome change of scenery without turning into a major expense. The trick is knowing where to go.

Reader’s Digest recently highlighted a new report that ranked the most affordable vacation destinations based on the estimated cost of a three-night trip for two adults. The study considered lodging, airfare, meals and drinks, giving travelers a broader sense of what a weekend away might cost.

The results include some familiar names, but there are also a few destinations that may not immediately jump to mind when planning an affordable vacation. 

What makes these places particularly interesting is that affordability is not their only selling point. Shopping, outdoor recreation, museums and family-friendly entertainment round out a variety of attractions for the budget-conscious traveler. 

Of course, actual trip costs will depend on factors such as where you live, when you travel and whether you fly or drive. Still, the list is useful for travelers who want to start their fall trip planning with destinations that offer more room in the budget.

Whether your idea of a great autumn weekend involves exploring the outdoors, wandering through museums, discovering music history or simply finding somewhere new, these four destinations prove that a memorable trip does not have to be an expensive one.

Concord, North Carolina, packs shopping, outdoor fun and family attractions into one affordable getaway

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Concord, North Carolina, and its long list of activities, makes the city more than just a budget-friendly place to sleep. Reader’s Digest highlights Concord as a destination with enough variety to keep couples and families busy throughout a weekend.

Shopping is one obvious draw. Concord........

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