{"id":990,"date":"2020-02-07T12:58:00","date_gmt":"2020-02-07T12:58:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.wintersunexpert.com\/?p=990"},"modified":"2022-01-30T11:17:24","modified_gmt":"2022-01-30T11:17:24","slug":"how-to-be-a-snowbird-really-cheap","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.wintersunexpert.com\/how-to-be-a-snowbird-really-cheap\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Be a low budget Snowbird"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>For several years, thousands of Americans and their Canadian counterparts have looked up &quot;how to be a snowbird&quot; and presently, the numbers just keep increasing. This implies that being a snowbird isn&#39;t a bad idea though. For those wondering, what is a snowbird? A snowbird is someone who temporarily or permanently moves to regions with warmer climatic conditions just to avoid the harsh winter weather in their hometowns. \u00a0Some of these travelers may be temporary ones that travel during winter and return when it gets warmer, while others are permanent travelers who are often semi-retirees or retired individuals who already have a second home in warmer or sun-kissed destinations like Texas, Florida, or Arizona.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>How to Be a low budget Snowbird:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol><li><strong>Head Overseas<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Keep a Simple Wardrobe<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Take Advantage of Any Tax Opportunities<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Inform Your Insurance Company<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Try out Inexpensive Hobbies<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Pick up a Side Hustle<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Go Digital<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Save by Reducing Electronics<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Cook at Home<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Rent out Your Property<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Pack Enough for Your Pets<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Don&#39;t Pack What You Can Buy<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Time Your Trip Right<\/strong><\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"766\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wintersunexpert.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/How-to-Be-a-Snowbird-Really-Cheap-3.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-991\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.wintersunexpert.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/How-to-Be-a-Snowbird-Really-Cheap-3.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.wintersunexpert.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/How-to-Be-a-Snowbird-Really-Cheap-3-300x255.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.wintersunexpert.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/How-to-Be-a-Snowbird-Really-Cheap-3-768x654.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>In fact, even\nyoung people look to snowbirding without actually being fully retired. Most\npeople of all ages are looking for ways to take advantage of the snowbird\nlifestyle while still on their budget. However,\nit may seem like an impossible step but are you\ninterested in being a snowbird on a budget? Do you want to know how to be a\nsnowbird cheap? &nbsp;Do you need ideas on\nreally nice yet pocket-friendly snowbird locations? Don&#39;t look too far. The\narticle will answer your questions while providing you\nwith important tips on how to go about it. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"how-to-be-a-snowbird-on-budget\"><strong>How to Be a\nSnowbird On Budget<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When the winter\napproaches and the chill begins to descend, that&#39;s enough signal for many\nsnowbirds to begin their yearly escape to a warmer climate. Although going on\nthese trips may seem like an expensive\nproposition, we are happy to announce to you\nthat you can actually become financially ahead. &nbsp;It all depends on the location that you choose,\nhow long you plan to spend there and your ability to prepare properly. Setting\na budget and sticking to it will help you to keep the extra travel and living\naccommodations more manageable. Who knows, you may be able to reduce your\nincome tax bill. Another way to make it easier is if you own a property, you\nmight be able to use that to your financial advantage. Here are some essential\ntips that can help you afford the snowbird lifestyle:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"1-head-overseas\"><strong>1. Head Overseas<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>It has become a\ntradition for snowbirds to head to southern locations such as Florida, Texas,\nor Arizona just for warmer weather. However, you can consider other\nalternatives, which involve looking a bit farther afield and considering other\neasy-to-reach destinations overseas. If you spend your winter in locations\nwhere your dollar extends a lot further, then it can be possible to\nsignificantly reduce costs for that period of time that you are away. These\nalternatives or retirement spots may include Mexico, Panama, Costa Rica,\nEcuador, and more, which are generally known to have good climates all year\nround. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed aligncenter is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Cheap and Warm Winter Vacation Destinations\" width=\"720\" height=\"405\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/7ZnqQxHCa4E?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"2-keep-a-simple-wardrobe\"><strong>2. Keep a Simple Wardrobe<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Another way to reduce excess cost as a snowbird is to streamline your wardrobe. If you are going on a snowbird vacation, you might want to write a list and keep to it. Since you are going to a warmer region, you won&#39;t be needing a full winter jacket or a large hoodie. You need to consider all these things and pack rightly. Sure, even if you are going to be in, say Miami for the winter, you will still need some cool weather clothing. Consider the location that runs between 52 and 56 degrees in the first month of the year, and add a light jacket, a long sleeve, some warm tops and dresses, and some pairs of pants to your packing list. Do not go overboard when packing, consider a more streamlined wardrobe, because the less your luggage is, the less you will pay for moving expenses. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"3-take-advantage-of-any-tax-opportunities\"><strong>3. Take Advantage of Any Tax\nOpportunities<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This applies to\nlong-term snowbirds. Do you know why some particular states have become quite\npopular with snowbirds? It is because their tax regulations are quite\nfavorable. Now by changing your location to a no-tax state such as Florida or\nArizona, you could actually save on state taxes. First, you just need to learn\nabout the laws surrounding the tax residency in those states in which you plan\nto visit or move to. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For instance, in\nFlorida, the law requires you to spend 183 days a year in the state before you\ncan be considered a resident. Now if your second resident is in a high-tax\nstate, it&#39;s safe to assume that such a state wouldn&#39;t want to lose you as a\ntaxpayer. Therefore, to cut cost and avoid expenses, you may need to establish\nthat you have moved for instance your bank accounts, driver&#39;s license, and\nvoting registration to Florida, or perhaps you may need to prove that you\nderive more income from Florida, or that your major home is in the Sunshine\nState. Just think of anything to prove that your major domicile is in Florida.\nIf tax officials and auditors see that you have not been paying the right state\ntaxes, you might become a subject to back interest and penalty fees. So be sure\nthat you are up to date on your residency tax laws.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"4-inform-your-insurance-company\"><strong>4. Inform Your Insurance Company<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>When you travel\nout of state, medical expenses and prescriptions can become a little\ncomplicated. If you have prescriptions for certain drugs like opioid\npainkillers, drugs that can cause dependence, or steroids, you might not find\nit easy getting a refill of your prescription outside the state. Most insurance\nservices might not cover out of state services. Then, how do you know if your\nprescriptions and other medical costs will be covered? Now if your insurance is\nthrough a national provider network, then yes, your prescriptions and medical\ncosts are usually covered across a different\nstate. If your insurance plans are through the Affordable Care Act, then it\nmight &quot;maybe&quot; cover across states. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The easiest\nthing to do is talk to a pharmacist when you are planning your trip. Find out\nif it is possible for you to legally purchase a large supply of your\nprescription drugs before leaving, that way you can cancel out medicine off\nyour packing list and avoid the worries of traveling without your meds. If you\nspeak to your health insurance provider, you might also be able to temporarily\nadjust your health insurance to have an out-of-network service.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"581\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wintersunexpert.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/How-to-Be-a-Snowbird-Really-Cheap.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-993\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.wintersunexpert.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/How-to-Be-a-Snowbird-Really-Cheap.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.wintersunexpert.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/How-to-Be-a-Snowbird-Really-Cheap-300x194.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.wintersunexpert.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/How-to-Be-a-Snowbird-Really-Cheap-768x496.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"5-try-out-inexpensive-hobbies\"><strong>5. Try out Inexpensive Hobbies<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Now that you\nhave earned yourself some free time on your vacation, you can try out some of\nyour favorite hobbies or pastimes. Now while trying them out, you should go for\nsomething more inexpensive and budget-friendly. Going out every night can\nbecome expensive, so instead of that, pack some of your favorite items that\nwill keep you occupied during the journey and whenever you get to your\ndestination or temporary home. Then you can also try some hobbies that would\nkeep you occupied and fight boredom. Some of them include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"reading\">&#8211; <strong>Reading<\/strong>: <\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>While the usual method of holding a hard copy book in your hands is not only familiar but also comforting, you should really consider adding an e-reader or a tablet that can hold files to your packing list. Some readers, for instance, can hold over 5,000 books, while your suitcase, on the other hand, might just be able to hold seven. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"photography\">&#8211; <strong>Photography<\/strong>: <\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>This can also be a really interesting yet pocket-friendly hobby. All you need is a camera. If you do not have a camera, you can still take up photography by using your smartphone; thank God for our phone technology. It is even easier if you already own a camera. To bring it on your trip, disassemble the camera before packing and traveling. Also, make sure to use extra padding so as to protect the camera body, lenses, and filters. If you are flying, don&#39;t put your camera in a checked bag and never take lithium batteries along. They are a no-no on planes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"decoration\">&#8211; <strong>Decoration<\/strong>: <\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>You can also look at decoration as a fulfilling hobby. Decorating your snowbird living space can be a really amazing hobby, yes challenging but more fulfilling, and it can also save you from packing along with bulky appliances, furniture, or beddings to your seasonal home. Therefore, you can take out those items off your packing list and collect them in your snowbird city instead. If you are just a bit creative, you can turn your snowbird space- notwithstanding the kind of animation type it is- into a real home. If you think you can&#39;t come up with something, check online for ideas or lessons which you can even study for free. Once done, you can make use of storage units to keep materials near your snowbird location rather than bringing them back and forth or buying new pieces every year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"6-pick-up-a-side-hustle\"><strong>6. Pick up a Side Hustle<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>For someone that\nhas just retired, starting a new career might not be really what you have in\nmind, but have you considered a part-time job or something else that you can do\nthat can supplement your income? It could make a huge difference in your\nfinance and your quality of life, providing you with extra funds that might\njust be what you need to make your snowbird dream become a reality. You might\nalso want to consider seasonal jobs during the summer or winter holidays. In\nfact, you might be able to find part-time positions in both locations that are\nrecurring every year which would provide you with some regular income\nstability. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"7-go-digital\"><strong>7.<\/strong> <strong>Go Digital<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>When packing to move to another state during winter, paperwork such as your rental agreement, tax forms, driver&#39;s license, insurance documents, and other forms of identification should be high on your packing list. All these important documents should come with you. However, if they can come with you in their original format, wouldn&#39;t that be nicer than holding papers? That way, you can even save some space in your luggage and avoid ruining all those valuable papers when traveling. Therefore, you can simply scan those essential documents and save them on a secure software folder so that you can access them easily with your digital devices anywhere.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"8-save-by-reducing-electronics\"><strong>8. Save by Reducing Electronics<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Just as I mentioned earlier, using a tablet or an e-reader is a great substitute for hard copy books or files. It all depends on your comfort level, but really a laptop, a tablet, or a smartphone would eliminate the need for other costly electronic devices. So if you own a laptop and a smartphone, you probably won&#39;t need to spend on other electronic devices such as television ( you can just stream online), radios (you can always get your favorite stations through some apps or listen to music on your phone), Clocks (all phones have built-in alarms), you wouldn&#39;t need desktop computers since you have your laptop, GPS devices, video recorders or cameras, and more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wintersunexpert.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/How-to-Be-a-Snowbird-Really-Cheap-4.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-994\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.wintersunexpert.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/How-to-Be-a-Snowbird-Really-Cheap-4.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.wintersunexpert.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/How-to-Be-a-Snowbird-Really-Cheap-4-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.wintersunexpert.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/How-to-Be-a-Snowbird-Really-Cheap-4-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>As long as you\nhave a good and working smartphone such as an iPhone X, a good tablet like an\niPad, you can reduce all the electronics on your packing list to two to three\nitems. One pro tip: Do not forget to pack along your charger.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"9-cook-at-home\"><strong>9. Cook at Home<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you really\nwant to save money, then you should consider not eating each of your meals at a restaurant for the times\nyou would be there. There is an even\neasier way, especially when your plan is to return to the same location again\nand again. If you are not making use of a rented RV,\nthen you should come along with small appliances like a blender or a crockpot.\nIf you own a property, then you should consider buying a second set of these\nappliances and leaving them there. For people who rent in the same city every\nyear, it might be a good idea to look into self-storage. Getting a small\nstorage unit for all your appliances, beddings and other household essentials\nmight save you a good amount of space and cost when you make a trip every year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"10-rent-out-your-property\"><strong>10. Rent out Your Property<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A lot of\nsnowbirds end up buying a property in the location where they will spend their\nsummer while maintaining their old property in their winter location. If you\nare someone that owns a property in both locations, it may be advisable to rent\nout your property when you are not there, thereby making some money in the\nprocess. Although an all year lease may not be an option for you, there are\nother better ways to rent out your property. You can decide to offer monthly\nrentals or other short-term rentals through some sites, and also hire a\nproperty manager who can help you oversee the maintenance of your property.\nDepending on the location and design of your home, you may be lucky enough to\nmake a significant amount from it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"11-pack-enough-for-your-pets\"><strong>11. Pack Enough for Your Pets<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Another way to reduce unnecessary spending and save cost is to add your pet&#39;s essentials to your packing list- if you have one. That way, you would be able to prepare for their expenses in advance and shop around for their foods, medications, toys, and other essentials. Bear it in mind that even your pets have needs of their own, so don&#39;t leave out their travel essentials till the last minute before deciding on them. While planning your trip, you have to ask yourself important questions like; does my pet have enough prescriptions that I need to pack or refill before I leave? Do I have copies of all my pet&#39;s medical records? Do I need to pack pet&#39;s essentials such as food, dishes, and leashes for my pet or do I want to buy them at my destination? Do I need to pack some of my pet&#39;s favorite toys, dishes or blankets to make sure my furry friend can feel at home while on the road? What are the requirements for campsites at snowbird city as regards pet registration? Do they have any restrictions? <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"12-don-t-pack-what-you-can-buy\"><strong>12. Don&#39;t Pack What You Can Buy<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>When traveling,\nwe know that it might be tempting to pack your favorite toothpaste, shaving\ncream or mouthwash. You may think that it will save you some money. However, it\nmight end up adding extra expenses to your list. You may not know but items\nlike shampoo and mouthwash will take up space, which can lead to a mess during\nyour trip. These extra toiletries and items will only add unnecessary weight to\nyour luggage. Therefore, you might want to bring sizes for the length of your\ntrip but you can consider buying the full sizes at your winter location.&nbsp; <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"13-time-your-trip-right\"><strong>13. Time Your Trip Right<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>There are\nsnowbirds that drive their cars or recreational vehicles from their winter\nlocations to the south. While some prefer to drive, others\nprefer to fly to their winter destination, especially if it&#39;s an\noverseas destination. So if you are flying, it is best to make your trip flexible\nenough to be around the exact period when you want to make the move so that you\ncan save on airfare. You can also try to avoid flying during peak periods like\nschool breaks and plan ahead as far into the winter as possible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wintersunexpert.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/How-to-Be-a-Snowbird-Really-Cheap-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-992\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.wintersunexpert.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/How-to-Be-a-Snowbird-Really-Cheap-1.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.wintersunexpert.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/How-to-Be-a-Snowbird-Really-Cheap-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.wintersunexpert.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/How-to-Be-a-Snowbird-Really-Cheap-1-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"cheap-destinations\">Cheap destinations<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Now, these tips\nshould be able to help you save costs during your snowbird experience, giving\nyou the best snowbird lifestyle while still saving enough money. There are also\nother places to visit that can cut down on your cost. These locations are not\nonly cheap, but they are also nice and enjoyable. Here are some cheap snowbird\ndestinations:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"1-tucson\"><strong>1. Tucson<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Tucson is a nice\nsnowbird destination, it has some of the most\naffordable snowbirds vacation rentals. There&#39;s even a plus to this. This\nArizona spot offers much more than just warm weather and no humidity, it also\nfeatures a vibrant arts scene and other fascinating cultural histories. Once\ncalled a &quot;mini mecca for the arts&quot; by the Wall Street Journal, Tucson\nattracts snowbirds all year round and tourists all over, throughout winter\nmonths. If you want to enjoy the famous Tucson Gem and Mineral Show, stay\nthrough until February. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"2-clearwater-fl\"><strong>2. Clearwater, FL<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Clearwater is one\nof Florida&#39;s fantastic spots. It is perhaps the best value snowbird vacation\nrentals. Not only is it affordable, but it also offers thriving downtown nightlife\nand popular shopping space. Clearwater is a perfect spot for snowbirds who are\nlooking for a place to return to each year, and with the city&#39;s rapid growth,\nit only means that there will always be something new to explore and experience\neach time you visit this top Florida snowbird location.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"3-haines-city-fl\"><strong>3. Haines City, FL<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This amazing\nsnowbird destination is surrounded by lakes and rivers, and although its inland location only means that snowbirds are just\na drive away from the Atlantic Ocean and the Gulf, Haines city is a beautiful\ndestination for snowbirds. Haines City vacation rentals are priced reasonably\nand they offer a great deal of access to the city&#39;s major attraction centers.\nPro tip? LEGOLAND Florida is just about 20 minutes away and Disney World and\nUniversal Studios are about 40 minutes away. Worth the fun!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"4-new-smyrna-beach-fl\"><strong>4. New Smyrna Beach, FL<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This destination is not only the second most affordable snowbird location, but it is also one of Florida&#39;s most popular tourist spots and attractions center. Popularly called &quot;Florida&#39;s Secret Pearl&quot; and voted as one of the best little cities for the arts, New Smyrna Beach is the home to a large collection of art galleries as well as stores, cafes, and sprawling beaches. It is located on Florida&#39;s east coast and is just an hour from Orlando. New Smyrna Beach is a totally fun and fantastic town to visit as it offers a more quiet scene than its northern counterpart, Daytona Beach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"5-st-petersburg-fl\"><strong>5. St. Petersburg, FL<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>St. Petersburg\nis also one of the most affordable snowbird destinations in Florida and is a\nlongstanding favorite vacation spot popular among the U.S. and other\ninternational tourists. St. Petersburg not only offers the warm weather that\nyou want, but it is also home to a vibrant downtown to entertain snowbirds that\nare active both morning and night, all season long. For those whose plan is to\nspend a day in the sun, you should either visit St. Petersburg&#39;s warm Gulf\nCoast beaches or take a walk along the St. Petersburg pier. Once you think you\nhave had enough sun, you can take shield in the newly built 20-screen IMAX\ntheater or better still walk through the Dali Museum, which is home to the\nlargest collection of Dali&#39;s art outside Europe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"6-pahoa-hawaii\"><strong>6. Pahoa, Hawaii<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You may think or\nhave heard that Hawaii is too expensive to visit in the winter but sorry to\ntell you, you are very mistaken. Pahoa is so far one of the most affordable\nsnowbird destinations in the United States. It lies in the shadow of Kilauea,\nnot far from Hilo Airport, and is the best spot for snowbirds that badly want a\nwinter in Hawaii. Because of its large Island location, it offers snowbirds\nendless possibilities when it comes to planning and having an active day. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wintersunexpert.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/How-to-Be-a-Snowbird-Really-Cheap-5.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-996\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.wintersunexpert.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/How-to-Be-a-Snowbird-Really-Cheap-5.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.wintersunexpert.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/How-to-Be-a-Snowbird-Really-Cheap-5-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.wintersunexpert.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/How-to-Be-a-Snowbird-Really-Cheap-5-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"7-cocoa-beach-fl\"><strong>7. Cocoa Beach, FL<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This snowbird destination has several side attractions like kayaking, yoga, canoeing, paddle boarding, Pilates, as well as whale watching just at the fingertips of its visitors. Cocoa Beach is not only a great destination for snowbirds; it is also advisable for those looking for active living and cheap vacation rentals. Located on Florida&#39;s east coast, Cocoa Beach is just an hour&#39;s drive away from Orlando and is a great destination for snowbirds who are Disney fans.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"8-rotonda-west-fl\"><strong>8. Rotonda West, FL<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Rotonda is a\nwell-planned community with six golf courses. It is not too far from Port\nCharlotte and offers snowbirds affordable and amazing rental deals. Home to\nwalking and bike trails, Rotonda is definitely a destination treat snowbirds\nare sure to enjoy. The Cape Haze Pioneer Trail Park nearby is also a dog-friendly\npark for those snowbirds traveling with their furry friends. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"9-charleston-south-carolina\"><strong>9. Charleston, South Carolina <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>South Carolina is best known for its historic locations and has the best snowbird vacation rentals. Once one of the largest cities in the U.S., this historic yet charming city of Charleston has not only captured the attention of snowbirds who admire its rich history but has also drawn tourists to its preserved architecture and vibrant restaurant scene. Having over ten theaters, several top-notch golf courses, and its location on the Atlantic, this destination is a really good place for snowbirds looking for a pleasant yet relatively cheap vacation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"10-ormond-beach-florida\"><strong>10. Ormond Beach, Florida <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Ormond Beach is another neighbor of the famous Daytona Beach and is a great destination for snowbird searching for cheap Florida winter rentals. For snowbirds who are in love with wildlife or birdwatching, they can take advantage of the nearby Tomoka State Park, which is home to alligators, manatees, and a large number of bird species. Also in town, there are several local restaurants and beaches that offer resort-style living to snowbirds without sacrificing much. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"final-remarks\">Final remarks<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>With these\nlocations and the tips on how to cut down on cost, being a snowbird cheap\nshouldn&#39;t be harder, as you not only enjoy fewer expenses, you also enjoy cheap\nlocations with amazing opportunities!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>For several years, thousands of Americans and their Canadian counterparts have looked up &quot;how to be a snowbird&quot; and presently, the numbers just keep increasing. This implies that being a snowbird isn&#39;t a bad idea though. 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