HOLLIE DAVENPORT/EYEEM/GETTY IMAGESīesides Myrtle Beach’s 60-mile-long stretch of glittering sands, this Atlantic hub is also known for having close to 90 golf courses.

Related: The best hotels in Puerto Rico - find your stay on the Island of Enchantment Ocean City, Maryland Rates start at $300 or 30,000 Wyndham Rewards points per night in the low season. Admission is free, but entrance requires a reservation.Īlthough pricier than other properties on this list, one of TPG's favorite Wyndham properties, the Wyndham Grand Rio Mar Puerto Rico Gold & Beach Resort, is just 5 miles from Luquillo. It’s also a quick drive to El Yunque National Forest, the only tropical rainforest on U.S. Where to stay: There are over 200 Airbnb properties in the Luquillo area, many of which cost less than $200 (or even $100) per night. You can choose from more than 60 family-run eateries that specialize in cheap, local delicacies. For lunch, stroll over to the famous Luquillo kiosks that front the beach. Here, you can trade high-rise hotels for palm trees and bask in the authentic sights and sounds of real Puerto Rico, such as reggaeton played from the back of a truck. Instead, head east for about 45 minutes to the golden sands of Luquillo. Once you’ve explored Old San Juan, skip the nearby beach in Condado, a pricier spot with luxe hotels and trendy Miami vibes. You can also book a room at one of the smaller inns or bed-and-breakfast accommodations in the area, which are often less than $100 per night. Rates start at $101 or 15,000 Marriott Bonvoy points per night. Where to stay: The oceanfront Courtyard South Padre Island has simple, modern rooms, a saltwater swimming pool and a lively outpost of the popular Bar Louie gastro-pub chain. South Padre Island also hosts a number of complimentary festivities, such as frequent firework displays, Sandcastle Days and music-themed events on the beach, like bongo drumming nights. It’s home to the 43-acre South Padre Island Birding and Nature Center, which features a butterfly garden, a five-story bird-watching observation tower, a boardwalk and an alligator sanctuary, all accessible for $10 for adults and $5 for kids ages 4 to 12. South Padre Island has a reputation for being a busy spring break spot, but this Texas barrier island is ideal for nature enthusiasts on a budget.

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