Travel the world without breaking the bank

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (QC Life) – You don’t have to sell your soul to see the world. Experience some of the most popular travel destinations without emptying your bank account by visiting some of these exotic U.S. and Canadian cities.

Pamela Holt, travel expert and executive producer and host of “Me, Myself & The World: The Art of Solo Travel,” joined our show to share some affordable “destination dupes” for this year’s summer travelers.

“Destination dupes” are more affordable or accessible duplicates of popular travel destinations that offer similar experiences for travelers who are either budget conscious or want to skip the crowds this summer. And here are a few of Holt’s favorite dupes for this year’s summer travel season.

• Montreal, Canada (dupe for Paris)
• Albuquerque, New Mexico (dupe for Spain)
• Sonoma, California (dupe for Tuscany)
• Bora Bora (dupe for Maldives)

Watch the clip to learn more about these affordable yet exciting summer getaways.

For more travel tips and “destination dupes,” visit Holt’s website at pamelaholt.com or find her on Instagram, Facebook, and X.

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