Do you have cabin fever yet? It’s the time of year when all I can think about is taking a vacation over spring break or what we can do when school gets out for the summer. Yes, you can spend thousands of dollars taking your family somewhere for a week, but there are also a ton of options for affordable family vacations in the South that will not eat up half of your savings!
The most expensive part of any vacation is usually lodging/accommodations. You can cut this down tremendously by camping! There are great campgrounds in every state and you can find reviews by checking out Go Camping America. (If you need some help getting started camping, check out this guide to inexpensive family camping.)
12 Affordable Family Vacations in the South
Pigeon Forge/Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Tennessee
The mountains of Tennessee are a great destination with slightly milder weather than the beach! You can check out our list of free national parks admission days. Whether you want to stay in the national park or nearby, there are a lot of inexpensive places to pick from.
Tip: The off season for them is just as gorgeous. It can mean saving 50% off lodging and possibly getting to play in the snow!
Mammoth Cave National Park, Kentucky
For another national park option, consider Mammoth Cave National Park. Older kids will especially love exploring the miles and miles of caves! There are a number of campgrounds near the area, plus you can enjoy other local attractions.
Chincoteague Island, Virginia
Head on over to Kohl’s to get a great deal on this Ninja Foodi 6.5-Quart 14-in-1 SmartLid Pressure Cooker!
It’s currently on sale for $199.99 (reg. $299.99), plus you can take an extra 20% off when you use the promo code LETSGO20 at checkout.
This makes the final price only $159.99!
This deal is good through 3/22/2022. Shipping is free!
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Here are the Target unadvertised deals I found this week! Get Market Pantry ice cream for $1.40, FREE Schick razors, and more.
Look through the full Target weekly ad to see all the current deals.
Gift Card Deals
- $10 Target Gift Card WYB (2) Olay Skin Care Items (ends 4/2)
Olay Regenerist Brightening Vitamin C Hydrating Moisturizer, 1.7 oz, $29.99
-Free $15 VISA Card WYB $50 or $5 WYB $20 in Gillette Shave, Olay Skin, Old Spice deodorant and body wash, Bounty, Charmin, Downy, Bounce, Always, Always Discreet, Tampax or Safeguard products, limit 1 (EXP 3/26) online
-$5 off Olay Regenerist facial moisturizer, Eyes or Serum, excl Olay Complete, Active Hydrating, & trial, limit 2, PG 02/27 (EXP 3/26)
(buy 2, use (2) $5 off, makes it $19.99 ea. after gift card; submit for $15 Visa)
Olay Regenerist Regenerating Lotion with Sunscreen, 2.5 oz, $25.49
-Free $15 VISA Card WYB $50 or $5 WYB $20 in Gillette Shave, Olay Skin, Old Spice deodorant and body wash, Bounty, Charmin, Downy, Bounce, Always, Always Discreet, Tampax or Safeguard products, limit 1 (EXP 3/26) online
-$5 off Olay Regenerist facial moisturizer, Eyes or Serum, excl Olay Complete, Active Hydrating, & trial, limit 2, PG 02/27 (EXP 3/26)
(buy 2, use (2) $5 off, makes it $15.49 ea. after gift card; submit for $15 Visa) - $5 Target Gift Card WYB (2) Select Household Essentials (ends 3/26)
Cascade Platinum Action Pacs, 48 ct, $15.49
-$2 off Cascade ActionPacs dishwasher detergent, 30-ct + tubs, limit 2, PG 03/27
(buy 2, use (2) $2 off, makes it $10.99 ea. after gift card)
Swiffer Dry + Wet Starter Kit, 1 kit, $13.69
-$1 off Swiffer product, excl 1 & 2-ct duster, & trial, limit 2, PG 03/27
(buy 2, use (2) $1 off, makes it $10.19 ea. after gift card)
Finish Jet Dry Rinse Aid, 23 oz, $8.79
(buy 2, makes it $6.29 ea. after gift card)
Snuggle Super Fresh Liquid Fabric Softener, 95 oz (90 loads), $7.99
-$1.50 off Snuggle product, excl trial, limit 1, Save 03/13
-$1.25 off all or Snuggle product, excl trial, Target Circle eCoupon
(buy 2, use $1.50 off and $1.25 off, makes it $4.12 ea. after gift card)
Bounce Pet Hair & Lint Guard, 160 ct, $12.99
-$3 off Downy Liquid Fabric Conditioner 190 ld, Infusions 150 ld, Nature Blends 129 oz, Bounce WrinkleGuard 160 ct, Bounce Pet Hair & Lint Guard 160 ct, In-Wash Scent Boosters 20.1-26.5 oz, Unstopables, Fresh Protect, Odor Protect, Infusions printable
-$3 off Downy Liquid Fabric conditioner 190 ld, Infusions liquid fabric enhancer 101 oz, Downy Nature Blends 129 oz, or Bounce Wrinkle Guard sheets 160-ct, Bounce Pet Hair and Lint Guard sheets 160-ct, Downy in wash scent boosters 20.1-26.5 oz, (incl Downy Unstopables, Fresh Protect, Odor Protect, Infusions, and Dreft Blissfuls), excl trial , limit 1, PG 02/27 (EXP 3/26)
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Need more storage in your house? Wayfair has a nice sale on Storage Ottomans right now. Get up to 75% off, with prices starting at $22.99.
Plus, new customers can get an extra 10% off. Simply sign up to get your unique code via email and then come back here to shop the sale.
Deal Ideas:
15″ Square Faux Leather Storage Ottoman with Side Pocket – $31.99 (reg. $59.99)
20″ Wide Ottoman – $58.99 (reg. $259.99)
Comes unstuffed for you to store towels, blankets, etc.
16″ Wide Rectangle Storage Ottoman – $22.99 (reg. $29.99)
This one is so cute for the Spring season!
This deal is good for a limited time only. Shipping is free on orders over $35.
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Head to Walgreens Photo where you can get a 10×14 Custom Photo Puzzle with Storage Tin for $10.50 with coupon code PICAPIECE.
The is a perfect gift for any puzzle-lover! This puzzle turns your favorite image into a fun, interactive game. It includes a keepsake tin featuring the same image. It includes 252 pieces.
Offer valid for a limited time. Choose in-store free pickup.
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Grab a fun treat with 33¢ M&Ms at Harris Teeter! Pair a new coupon with an Ibotta rebate to get this deal on three candy bags.
Harris Teeter M&Ms Deal (ends 3/22):
- M&Ms Chocolate Candies, 1.74 oz, 3 for $3
-.50/2 M&M’s candy , 1.08-3.27 oz printable
-.50 M&Ms, Ibotta mobile app
(buy 3, makes them 33¢ each)
Check out more great Harris Teeter deals.
Do the kiddos need a new tablet? Amazon has their whole kids Fire tablet line on sale with an extra 20% off and up to a $20 gift card with trade in. Get an Amazon Gift Card equal to your trade-in’s appraised value.
As an example, this could make a kids Fire 7 in. tablet for as low as $19.99. Otherwise, the kids Fire 7 in. tablet is $49.99, kids Fire HD 8 in. and HD 8in. pro is $69.99, and the kids Fire HD 10 in. pro tablet is $139.99 without trade-in.
Limit (1) per customer.
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Crafters, don’t miss out on this deal. To celebrate National Craft Month, Annie’s Kit Clubs is offering your first subscription box for as low as $1.99!
There are so many different kit options for adults and kids alike. Choose from crocheting, knitting, woodworking, and more!
To get this deal, enter coupon code NEWCRAFT at checkout. You’ll be left owing shipping & handling. There are a few clubs where shipping is already included, making your first shipment only $1.99!
This deal is good through 3/31/2022. Don’t miss out on this great crafting opportunity!
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Here are some Publix meal plans ideas that are based on the sales starting on 3/23!
Look through the Publix weekly ad to see all the current deals.
Publix Meal Plans:
Copycat Carrabba’s Chicken Soup
- Publix – GreenWise Organic Whole Carrots, 1 lb, $1.29
- Publix – River Gold Microwave Red Potatoes or Gold Potatoes, 1.5 lb, $2.50
- Publix – College Inn Broth or Stock, 32 oz, B1G1 at $3.09 ($1.54)
(Excluding Bone Broth) - Publix – Publix Chicken Tenderloins, $4.99 lb
- Publix – Del Monte Tomatoes Diced or Stewed, 14.5 oz, B1G1 at $1.39 (69¢)
- Publix – Old El Paso Taco Shells or Flour Tortillas or Soft Tortilla Bowls, 8-18 ct, B1G1 at $3.39 ($1.69)
- Publix – Springer Mountain Farms Roasted Chicken Strips or Grilled Fully Cooked, 8 oz, B1G1 at $4.79 ($2.39)
- Publix – Publix Shredded Cheese, 6-8 oz, $2.50
Slow Cooker Pork Roast
Cole Slaw
- Publix – Publix Pork Loin Chops or Roast Boneless, B1G1 at $6.69 ($3.34) lb
- Publix – Fresh Express Angel Hair Coleslaw or Lettuce Shreds, 8-10 oz, $2.50
- Publix – College Inn Broth or Stock, 32 oz, B1G1 at $3.09 ($1.54)
(Excluding Bone Broth)
