These Are The Best And Worst VA Cities For Staycations: Report
VIRGINIA — With the rise of inflation, some Virginians may opt for staycations instead of vacations this summer. That's why WalletHub made a list of fun-filled yet wallet-friendly cities for staycations.If you're looking to stay home or close to home this summer, the personal finance website ranked the best and worst cities for staycations in the U.S. Five Virginia cities made the top 175 and two landed in the top 40. "It's fun to visit an exotic location on vacation, but during rougher economic times, a staycation can save you a lot of money while being just as memorable," WalletHub analyst Cassandra Happe said. "Not only do you avoid the cost of overnight accommodations and minimize travel costs, but you can also discover all kinds of fun activities close to home that you might not have tried out otherwise. Plus, you'll feel more rested if you spend less time in transit and more time sleeping in your own bed."Orlando, Florida, took the top spot in the nation, followed by Honolulu, Hawaii; Cincinnati, Ohio; Las Vegas, Nevada; and Tampa, Florida.These are the cities in Virginia that made the rankings, plus nearby Washington, D.C. National rankings are in parentheses:Richmond (No. 34)Virginia Beach (No. 40)Norfolk (No. 76)Newport News (No. 126)Chesapeake (No. 131)Bonus: Washington, DC (No. 44)Richmond scored highest for food & entertainment, also fared well for recreation and somewhat low for rest & relaxation options, while Virginia Beach was 20th in the nation for rest and relaxation.The District of Columbia scored eighth in the nation for recreation choices and 21st in food & entertainment, but near the bottom overall for rest & relaxation options.Read the full list of the best and worst cities for staycations on WalletHub.The article These Are The Best And Worst VA Cities For Staycations: Report appeared first on Fredericksburg, VA Patch.
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