A recent report by American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) found that rising prices impacted summer travel in 2026. Among those surveyed, 33% said they chose destinations closer to home, while 33% expressed that they found less expensive options appealing. This week on Beauty and the Budget, we’re offering the best of both worlds—a day trip in Lynchburg for under $50. How would you have stretched the money in your part of Virginia? :eyes: For more money-saving tips, sign up for Dogwood’s free newsletter at the link in bio/the comments.
