Low-Cost Vacation: Adirondack Mountains, NY

If you live in a big city, including New York, take a break from the excitement and head upstate to the serenely majestic Adirondacks. Whether you’re active or passive, winter and summer sports, shopping, cultural events, and more can keep you busy for days on end.

There are many communities here that host winter carnivals, and you’ll find miles of scenic byways and country roads that call to adventurous drivers. Unparalleled leaf-peeping in the largest publicly protected area in the continental US draws many crowds in the fall.

Travel on a Trailways bus during off-peak hours and save 50 percent on the fee just for being a senior. Rooming discounts for seniors are available as well.

For example, Blue Mountain Rest in Adirondack State Park shaves up to 40 percent off their weekend rate for a more extended weekday stay for those over 62 and paying in cash.

If you want to save up some more money for some better trips, we recommend reading: 7 Ways to Make Extra Money in Retirement