Gone are the days when young families would pile into minivans and make the trek south on I-95 to visit the most magical place on Earth. A Disney World vacation has become cost-prohibitive for many middle-class families in 2025. A “baseline” Disney World vacation at a value resort cost $6,865 for a family of four in 2024, as previously reported by GOBankingRates. However, it’s not just the famed Mouse House that costs too much for an average middle-class family. Here are other destinations you might want to re-consider for a spring break getaway if you have a limited budget.

If you hope to escape the U.S. looking to find regions less affected by the inflation of recent years, you’ll still need to comparison shop. Alonso Marly, travel expert at SkyLux Travel pointed out that islands like St. Bart have become spring break destinations “for the rich and famous only.” Pointing out that accommodations can cost an average of $1,770 per night, the gourmet restaurants, world-class spas and exclusive nightclubs also drive up entertainment costs. “It truly comes to life at night with its beach parties and exclusive nightclubs welcoming A-list celebrities and some of the world’s wealthiest people,” he said. Continue reading here.