Warm Weather Getaways Under $250

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  Money may be tight, but January temps are dropping. That means it's time to escape to a snowball-free zone that won't take a toll on your wallet. Don't fret. For $250 a weekend or less, you and your family can let the good times roll at these 10 warm-weather destinations.
  
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  Up Next: Florida For $205
  
  
  Note: Listed prices can fluctuate due to availability.

• Ybor City, Florida

  Tampa, FL -- $205

  Lodging: The Hampton Inn & Suites in historic Ybor City has rooms with breakfast for $89.
  Transportation: Hop aboard the streetcars to explore downtown Tampa and Ybor City; unlimited rides are $4/person.
  Lunch: Experience Spanish/Cuban cuisine at The Columbia Restaurant (average entrée $15).
  For Fun: Visit Ybor City Museum State Park to learn the culture and history of the area (free). Then check out the Ybor City State Museum for only $3/person.
  Dinner: The Green Iguana in Ybor City has entrée pizzas (under $7).
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  Up Next: Texas For $215

• South Padre Island, Texas

  South Padre Island, TX -- $215

  Lodging: Located on the Gulf of Mexico, the La Quinta Inn and Suites has free breakfasts with rooms starting at $99/night.
  Transportation: Rent a car for $20.
  Lunch: Enjoy the view of Laguna Madre Bay while munching on grilled shrimp and burgers at Palm St. Pier ($9).
  For Fun: Beaches are the main attraction, so build a sandcastle and relax. Or visit the Sea Turtle Rescue Center for $2.
  Dinner: An average plate of seafood at Dirty Al's is $13.
  
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  Up Next: Houston For $215.80

• Houston, Texas

  Houston -- $215.80

  Lodging: Rooms at the Courtyard by Marriott-Downtown start at $119 a night. Grab breakfast at a hotel coffee shop for $15.
  Transportation: Travel Houston's light rail for $1.25/person.
  Lunch: Barnaby's Café has salads, burgers and entrees for under $40.
  For Fun: For outdoor fun, explore the city's newest attraction -- Discovery Green. Or get an up-close view of Houston's Ship Channel on the Port of Houston Authority's free, 90-minute boat cruise.
  inner: Pick up a gyros sandwich ($7.95) at Niko Niko's Greek restaurant.
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  Up Next: Florida For $219

• South Beach, Florida

  South Beach, FL -- $219

  Lodging: Hotels fluctuate in price depending on current events, but rooms at The Wave Hotel start at $79.
  Transportation: Rent a car for $20.
  Lunch: For about $32, you can eat at the Lime Fresh Mexican Grill, located on the beach.
  For Fun: When you're done with the beach, admission to the Miami Children's Museum is $12/person.
  Dinner: Jerry's Famous Deli has "halfer" sandwiches and pizza, making it possible to get your fill for $40, while checking out the celebrity photos.
  
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  Up Next: New Orleans For $229

• beignets

  New Orleans -- $229

  Lodging: Stay at the Holiday Inn French Quarter for $100/night. Breakfast New Orleans-style at Café du Monde. The family can indulge in beignets and café au lait for just $15.
  Transportation: Travel by streetcar for $1.25/person through Uptown New Orleans and the Garden District.
  Lunch: Grab a bite at Camellia Grill on Carrollton Ave. for $40.
  For Fun: Visit the Historic New Orleans Collection on Royal Street; shop the French Market and Flea Market for New Orleans trinkets; and don't miss the World War II Museum (adults $14; kids 5 to 12, $6).
  Dinner: $24 gets po boys for the entire family at Johnny's Po Boys.
  Up Next: Arizona For $238

• Native American dancer

  Scottsdale, AZ -- $238

  Lodging: In the heart of Scottsdale, the Chaparral Suites Resort has suites with complimentary cook-to-order breakfasts for $169/night.
  Transportation: The Scottsdale Trolley is free and runs every 10 minutes.
  Lunch: Get pizza and drinks at Slices Pizza on E. 5th Ave. for $25.
  For Fun: Immerse yourself in the Native American culture at Native Trails. Or ride the train and carousel at McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park (free admission; ride tickets $1).
  Dinner: Head over to the Sugar Bowl, an authentic soda fountain for dinner and ice cream around $40.
  Up Next: Florida For $239

• Lower Keys, Florida

  Lower Keys, FL -- $239

  Lodging: At only $134/night, Parmer's Resort on Little Torch Key includes breakfast.
  Transportation: Rent a car in Miami for $20.
  Lunch: Pizza for everyone at No Name Pub for $25.
  For Fun: Have fun in the sun at Bahia Honda State Park. Then drive to Key West to the Florida Keys Eco Discovery Center and the sunset celebration at Mallory Square, both free. Or, hold a bar of gold at Mel Fisher's Museum ($5).
  Dinner: Savor seafood and burgers at Boondock's for $40.
  
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  Up Next: Orange County For $239

• surfer on beach

  Orange County, CA -- $239

  Lodging: The Hampton Inn Santa Ana/Orange County Airport has rooms starting at $149, including breakfast.
  Transportation: Rent a car for $20.
  Lunch: Grab some burgers and fries at Zack's Snack Bar on Huntington Beach for $20.
  For Fun: With 42 miles of beaches, there's plenty of sand and sunshine to go around. Rent a surrey in Newport Beach ($25). Or spend nothing to explore the Huntington Beach Surfing Museum.
  Dinner: Head over to Ruby's Diner in Huntington Beach, a 50s-style eatery with a view, for $25.
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  Up Next: San Diego For $241

• San Diego, California

  San Diego --$241.40

  Lodging: Just 10 minutes from downtown, the Surfer Beach Hotel has beachfront accommodations with ocean-view balconies for $175.
  Lunch: Have breakfast and lunch at Kono's Surf Club Café -- burritos, sandwiches and French toast ($5).
  For Fun: Walk south along the boardwalk to Belmont Amusement Park, or head over to Balboa Park, home to 15 museums, including the free Timken Museum of Art. Ride the antique railroad for $2.
  Dinner: At El Indio, kids get a rolled taco plate ($3.70); Mom and Dad get a California burrito ($5.50).
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  Up Next: San Antonio For $249

• San Antonio, Texas, River Walk

  San Antonio -- $249

  Lodging: Stay at the Drury Inn & Suites River Walk, with rooms starting at $159, including breakfast.
  Transportation: Rent bikes for $20.
  Lunch: Burger-loving families can get their fill at Chris Madrid's for $25.
  For Fun: Bike along the 12-mile Mission Trail to the city's five missions, including the Alamo. Then escape to the famed River Walk, or find your muse at the free Smithsonian-affiliated Museo Alameda.
  Dinner: Get your fill of Mexican sweet bread at Mi Tierra Café y Panaderia, with dinner about $45.
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