Now not only is it still a value in terms of hotel deals, but there's also a lot to see and do, so you have the best of both worlds. On Florida's west coast, in the Tampa Bay area, several hotels and attractions are teaming up to offer a variety of summer packages. Cross the border Mexico is another destination where travelers might luck into lower prices, although the crowds aren't as likely to thin out that much. That's because some popular spots like Cancun, on the Yucatan peninsula, aren't all that much hotter in the summertime. From January to March, average temperatures range from a low of 68 to a high of 86, while from July to September they range from 75 to 91.
Summer becomes a time for students and people who want just a less expensive vacation.
If the Caribbean is what you've got in mind, this may be a fine time to hit the open seas, Loucks said. Resorts offer less expensive rates, too. Go west Arizona's another steamy destination where travelers can stretch their dollars a little further. Just remember, it's dry heat. Hawaii's another spot with some surprisingly good deals at the moment, Loucks said.