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Travel demand continues to boom in 2025.

(Note: Prices and percentages were averaged and are subject to change.)

Here are the cheapest places to travel this year in the U.S. and around the world.

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As for foodies, the city has multiple James Beard Award-recognized establishments includingCrawford and SonandBittersweet.

Winters in the City of Lakes can be brutal, but there’s plenty to do indoors.

For bookworms, there’s perhaps no better destination thanPowell’s Books, the world’s largest independent bookstore.

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The George Washington Monument in Raleigh, North Carolina.SeanPavonePhoto/iStockphoto/Getty Images

Philadelphia also has a fast-blossoming culinary scene.

As for arts and culture offerings, the Impressionism-focusedBarnes FoundationandThe Fabric Workshop and Museumare free to enter.

One of the area’s biggest draws is its stunning Gulf coastline and outdoor spaces.

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The Minneapolis skyline from the Stone Arch Bridge.S. Greg Panosian /Getty Images

It’s located just steps from the sand and offers excellent happy hour specials $5 drinks, anyone?

Admission to all 10Toronto History Museums, including the Spadina Museum and the Gibson House, are free.

Near Lake Ontario, you’ll find the free-to-enterHarbourfront Centrewhich plays host to multiple cultural events throughout the year.

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East Colfax Street, in downtown Denver, Colorado, lined with neon business lights.John Coletti/Getty Images

Best of all, some of CDMX’s best sites are free to enter or offer affordable admission prices.

Mexico City’s thriving culinary scene is known around the world, but several highlights include Michelin-starred hauntsPujolandQuintonil.

In the Colonia Juarez neighborhood, youll findHandshake Speakeasy, which was recently namedthe best bar in the world.

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Aerial view of Portland, Oregon, at dusk.Jacob Boomsma/Getty Images

Look no further than the French flair of Montreal.

For classic French cuisine, head straight toLemeac, where most menu items are under $21.

Meanwhile, the hip Saint-Jean-Baptiste neighborhood is known for its charming cobblestone streets dotted with galleries and cafes.

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Aerial view of Jacksonville, Florida.Dan Reynolds Photography/Getty Images

Soak up the sun at Playa Dorada, lined with resorts, restaurants, and bars.

History buffs should carve out some time to explore the archaeological site ofSan Gervasio.

If you’re a Moomin fan, consider seeing the city via theTove Janson Walk.

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Buckingham Fountain in Chicago.Kelly Griffin/Travel + Leisure

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Market Square Clock Tower in Houston’s Historic District.P A Thompson/Getty Images

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First Ward Park in downtown Charlotte, North Carolina.Dan Reynolds Photography/Getty Images

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Downtown view of Atlanta, Georgia, over Centennial Olympic Park.Cavan Images/Cavan Images RF/Getty Images

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Explore Rittenhouse Square in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.Jon Lovette/Getty Images

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Historic West End neighborhood in Dallas, Texas.Pgiam/iStockphoto/Getty Images

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Colorful buildings and palm trees in Fort Meyers, Flordia.LUNAMARINA/iStockphoto/Getty Images

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Toronto’s cityscape seen from the Sir Issac Brock Bridge (Bathurst Street Bridge).A&J Fotos/Getty Images

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Palacio de Bellas Artes in Mexico City, Mexico.Maria Swärd/Getty Images

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Aerial view of Montreal, Canada’s, financial district and historic port.J Duquette/Getty Images

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Walk the Avenida Balboa in Panama City, Panama, for views of the Pacific and the Panama skyline.Pavel Tochinsky/Getty Images

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Catedral de Lima and Plaza de Armas, landmark of Peru.Robert CHG/iStockphoto/Getty Images

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Quebec’s Petit Champlain district.Leamus /Getty Images

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Walk along a waterside trail to see views of Vancouver’s skyline.David Hanson/Cavan Images RF/Getty Images

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Spectacular views found in Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic.Oleksandra Iablochnikova/iStockphoto/Getty Images

Tequila Factory at Cozumel Chankanaab National Park on Cozumel Island

The Tequila Factory at Cozumel Chankanaab National Park on Cozumel Island.Wolfgang Kaehler/LightRocket via Getty Images)

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The Helsinki Cathedral in downtown Helsinki during the summertime.Miemo Penttinen/Getty Images