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27.07.2023 - 18:21 / smartertravel.com
Shorter days, cooler weather, and back-to-school sales are right around the corner—but don’t let summer come to an end without enjoying one last vacation. Book one of these cheap Labor Day weekend getaways to take advantage of low airfares, affordable hotel rates, and special events in a variety of U.S. and international locations.
Cheap Labor Day Weekend Getaways for 2019Below are the 10 best places to go for Labor Day weekend this year. One tip to keep in mind: For travelers whose dates are flexible, the experts at booking site Cheapflights.com recommend flying out on Saturday, August 31, and returning Tuesday, September 3, for the best prices. Thursday, August 29, is the most expensive day to depart before the long weekend.
Editor’s note: All featured hotels had availability for Labor Day weekend at the time of publication. Thanks to Airfarewatchdog, Cheapflights.com, Booking.com, and CheapOair for data and insight.
Chicago, IllinoisWith a median fare of $204 round-trip (per Cheapflights data) and a central location that’s easily reached from most parts of the U.S., Chicago is one of the best Labor Day getaways for travelers looking for an urban escape. There’s a diverse slate of events in the city that weekend, from the Jazz Festival and the African Festival of the Arts to the Great American Lobster Fest at Navy Pier.
Want to catch a game? The Cubs are in town that weekend, playing at historic Wrigley Field. You can also tour the recently restored Robie House, designed by architect Frank Lloyd Wright. For more ideas, see SmarterTravel’s Chicago travel guide.
Check Prices for Central Loop Hotel in Chicago Loading Rates... JS Related: The 10 Best Places for Chicago Deep-Dish Pizza Puerto RicoThere are two affordable gateways for flights into Puerto Rico—Aguadilla (the median round-trip fare, according to Cheapflights, is $280) and San Juan ($314). Either one gives you access to the island’s beautiful beaches and unique culture. Ricky Radka, Senior Content and Deal Strategist at Airfarewatchdog, SmarterTravel’s sister site, notes that you’ll find particularly reasonable fares from JetBlue strongholds such as Boston, New York, and Fort Lauderdale.
As the island continues to recover from Hurricane Maria, it’s welcoming visitors back to key sites such as El Yunque National Forest, Old San Juan, and the stunning Flamenco Beach. Eating at locally owned restaurants is one way you can support the island’s ongoing recovery—as well as enjoy a fantastic meal. Popular spots include Santaella (for upscale Caribbean cuisine), Caldera Cafe (coffee and light fare), and Cafe El Punto (Latin American dishes).
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While summer vacations may still be underway, travelers planning for a Labor Day Weekend end of the season may want to take new data into account. The holiday weekend, which traditionally marks the end of the summer travel season, will see travelers explore popular travel hotspots both in the United States and around the world. Friday, Sept. 1 and Monday, Sept. 4 will be the busiest days for airport traffic as flyers jet to and from their destinations around the world, according to new data from Chase Travel shared with Travel + Leisure this week.
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