Tuscaloosa, Alabama
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If you are traveling to the Deep South and in search of accommodations that are welcoming, warm and affordable, you’ll have many options. Choose from apartment rentals, business class, and family hotels in several states ranging from Alabama to Florida, North Carolina, Tennessee and Georgia. And because in these states, the cost of living is lower than in many larger urban cities, you will have no problem identifying great values in several areas. In addition you are certain to enjoy a large dose of southern hospitality.
Deep South College Towns Offer A Range of Choices
Home to the Crimson Tide at the University of Alabama, Tuscaloosa is the epitome of College Town, USA. With a lower than average unemployment rate for American cities and a cost of living that is also 5.5% lower than most American cities, you can expect excellent choices during your visit. Affordable hotels in Tuscaloosa, Al are plentiful, especially if you avoid the summer months when there are more visitors.
Raleigh, NC is another college town that is also one of the fastest growing cities in the US. It is part of the technology hub making up the Raleigh, Durham and Chapel Hill Research Triangle, revered for its innovative spirit. Yet Raleigh, capital of North Carolina, is just 70 miles south of the Virginia border making it part of the deep south. You can stay where the action is in downtown Raleigh or choose from among a broad selection of hotels in Raleigh, NC that will suit every taste and budget.
Who knew Chattanooga is the fourth largest city in Tennessee and home to University of Chattanooga at Tennessee. You can hike, kayak, and climb the surrounding Appalachian mountains and ridges to your heart’s content. You won’t have any trouble finding lodging, other than during the month of June when the Bonnaroo Music Festival takes place and you would have to compete with festival goers for cheap hotels in Chattanooga Tn.
Recreational Cities Give New Meaning to Affordable
You probably don’t immediately think Deep South at the mention of Fort Myers, Florida. But indeed this sleepy little town in southwest Florida is part of the deep south and it is more than a retirement community for the over 50 crowd. The sub-tropical climate is perfect for outdoor activities. It’s a safe place to visit and the city has the best maple donuts. Affectionately known as the City of Palms, Fort Myers offers many budget-friendly hotels in Fort Myers Beach, Fl, including AirBnb listings, that are close to most attractions. This is a laid back beach town with the ocean at your door.
Golf in the Garden City is what comes to mind when you think about hotels in Augusta, Ga. The thing to remember is plan your dates around The Masters Golf Tournament in April or make your reservations early. Because at any time, other than this time of the year, your choice of cheap, affordable, budget and luxury hotels will be plentiful. Hotel and AirBnb hotel listings are sometimes as low as $35 – $45 dollars per night when the Masters Golf Tournament is not the draw. A little planning can make all the difference in your wallet.
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