Why this Tennessee hot spot is ranked among the least expensive travel destinations in the U.S.
An East Tennessee travel spot was recently named one of the most affordable vacation spots in the United States.
Magical Nepal, a travel booking organization, determined the most and least expensive travel destinations in the country. They analyzed over 100 vacation destination spots in the United States to determine the rankings.
The primary factors considered were things like meals, accommodations, transport and attractions. Prices were also adjusted for seasonal inflation to reflect the most common travel periods for each destination.
Here's why travel experts consider Gatlinburg to be among the most affordable vacation destinations for 2024:
Why Gatlinburg is among the least expensive vacation destinations
Gatlinburg, Tennessee, ranked as the fifth least expensive vacation destination in the U.S. for 2024.
"Nestled at the gateway to the Great Smoky Mountains, Gatlinburg offers a blend of natural beauty and family-friendly attractions at an average daily cost of $211.36 per person," the list states.
The list estimated that accommodations would cost about $121 per night and meals would average $52.97 per day. From these numbers, a seven-day vacation for a family of four would total around $3,853.44.
"Gatlinburg’s mix of outdoor adventures and charming town attractions makes it a great choice for families and nature lovers looking for a budget-friendly getaway in the mountains," the list adds.
Most expensive vacation destinations in the U.S.
Aspen, Colorado, ranks as the most expensive vacation spot in the United States. The average cost per person for one day is $779.92. For a family of four to take a seven-day vacation, it would cost $14,081.21, and that is all without flights.
Aspen, Colorado: $780 per day
Park City, Utah: $730 per day
Maui, Hawaii: $695 per day
Montauk, New York: $634 per day
Santa Monica, California: $613 per day
Charleston, South Carolina: $554 per day
Key West, Florida: $550 per day
New York City, New York: $533 per day
Martha's Vineyard, Massachusetts: $519 per day
Jackson Hole, Wyoming: $504 per day
Least expensive vacation destinations in the U.S.
Charleston, West Virginia, ranked as the least expensive vacation destination in the United States. It has an average daily cost of $193.99 per person. It would cost a family of four $3,273.89 for a seven-day vacation. This is before flight costs.
Charleston, West Virginia: $194 per day
Outer Banks, North Carolina: $195 per day
Helen, Georgia: $196 per day
Tybee Island, Georgia: $203 per day
Gatlinburg, Tennessee: $211 per day
Sedona City, Arizona: $215 per day
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma: $225 per day
Cape Cod, Massachusetts: $226 per day
Bend, Oregon: $229 per day
Monument Valley, Utah: $237 per day
This article originally appeared on Memphis Commercial Appeal: Gatlinburg ranked among least expensive travel destinations in the US
