Colorado Springs
This is one of the best cheap vacations in the U.S. Colorado Springs is a city in Colorado at the eastern foot of the Rocky Mountains, situated at an elevation of 6,035 feet. It is close to Pikes Peak, a landmark in the Pike National Forest with hiking paths and a cog railway ascending to its 14,114-foot peak, which was carved out by glaciers. Famous red sandstone formations and mountain views may be found in the city's Garden of the Gods park.
It's clear what motivated Katharine Lee Bates to pen the words to Colorado Springs' well-known national anthem "America the Beautiful." The gorgeous Colorado Rockies can be seen if you turn your gaze in that direction. If you look in the opposite direction, you will see the Great Plains, which are described as "amber waves of grain." Visit this quaint village for more than just the stunning views. Institutions like the Air Force Academy and the Olympic & Paralympic Training Center are also located in Colorado Springs. And through time, a variety of personalities have emerged. Take to the streets and share the sidewalks with aspiring politicians, young families, art enthusiasts, and more. Everyone stakes a claim on this area of America the Beautiful.
The second-largest city in Colorado has built a strong reputation and has consistently made the list of Best Places to Live by U.S. News. It's also well-known for being a major center for politics and religion, but in recent years Colorado Springs has toned down its religious rhetoric and even adopted a little of the relaxed atmosphere that tourists typically associate with Boulder or Telluride in Colorado (to experience this side of the Colorado Springs area, head to nearby Manitou Springs). The majority of visitors, however, come for the expansive vistas offered by Pikes Peak, the towering cliffs that make up the Garden of the Gods, and the blushing rocks of Red Rock Canyon, not to partake in the political and social dialogue.
Location: the United States
Price: $865 for one person per week
Best time to visit: March to May and September to October
Website: https://coloradosprings.gov/
