Greenville: Saving Tips on a South Carolina Getaway
How to Enjoy Greenville on a Budget
Sitting at the base of the majestic Blue Ridge Mountains, Greenville is a charming city visited by millions every year. It is an interesting blend of old and new: ultra-modern comforts intertwined with a rich history and heritage. Escaping to this beautiful city requires careful planning, especially if you’re traveling on a limited budget. Choosing the right travel date, transportation, accommodations, restaurants and activities is important in making the best and most out of a vacation. The Greenville Convention and Visitors Bureau offers plenty of special packages that can give more mileage to an otherwise limited travel budget.
The first step in planning a vacation to Greenville is deciding on a travel date. It would be more fun and worth the money if there’s something going on in the city like a festival or special event. Plan a visit around festivals like Fall for Greenville and Greek Festival to take advantage of free entertainment and special offers on dining.
Once a travel date has been decided on, transportation into the city is next. Plane fares are rather expensive so it’s best to consider other options. Traveling by train (Amtrak) is a better and cheaper option. Once you arrive in Greenville, there are plenty of buses that can take you to your destination. If your hotel offers free shuttle service, arrange for pickup prior to your arrival date.
It is fairly easy to get around Greenville. Some portions of the city like the downtown area can be navigated on foot. Employ the help of Google Maps to know your way around. You can also request for a free visitors guide from greenvillecvb.com. When in doubt, ask a local for directions and don’t forget to wear comfortable shoes.
Greenville has a lot of hotels to choose from, some over-the-top expensive and some fairly affordable. If you’re planning to do some serious explorations in the city all the time, better book a budget hotel. To save a little more on food, book a room that comes with complimentary meals.
Some of the best attractions in Greenville come at very cheap admission rates, if not for free. See the exhibits at the Greenville County Museum of Art and the Bob Jones University Museum and Gallery. Don’t forget to visit Falls Park on the Reedy.
There are plenty of dining venues in Greenville so it’s hard to go wrong when it comes to finding good food. It’s all right to splurge on gourmet food and fine wines once in a while but it’s also good to note that there are a lot of cheap restaurants that have equally wonderful offerings.
Check out greenvillecvb.com to see if there are any special packages that will interest you. Some of these special offers include free admission to some attractions, meal plans, and even gift certificates. Make sure the packages are applicable during your travel dates.
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