As with a relaxing massage at your favorite spa, a warm bubble bath with a glass of wine or a book that is so good it rests in the recesses of your memory for months, travel can rejuvenate and nurture the soul. If you find that you are putting of your travel plans because it doesn’t fit into your budget, think again! There are ways to work travel into your life on your budget.

Consider New Smyrna Beach and all it has to offer. Its miles and miles of pristine white sand beaches make it the perfect place to baste in the sun. It is virtually surrounded by water so if you like watersports or fishing, it is a dream come true. In New Smyrna Beach, you can choose from a wide array of dining options, enjoy a tropical drink by the sea or shop to your heart’s content. It is the perfect mix of historic charm and beachside appeal.

I mention New Smyrna Beach because, even on a budget, you can make turn this fabulous vacation dream into reality, and right now is the perfect time to do just that. Now that the height of the season, Bike Week, the Daytona 500 and Spring Break are over, prices for everything are lower! Flights are cheap, luxury ocean view condominiums are a deal, and everything is still wonderful – as always – here in New Smyrna Beach.

Here is another tip: Just like a Christmas Savings Club you start at the bank, you can take a little bit out of your check every month so that at the end of the year you have a nice little chunk of cash for travel. Happy traveling!