Lima
#3 in Best Cheap Vacations in Central and South America
Filled with rich history and buzzing culture, Lima is an excellent destination for a South American vacation. It’s free to stroll through the plazas and parks (and admire their impressive architecture), or you can relax on the beach. You’ll find flights and lodging rates at their cheapest in April, May, September and October, plus pleasant average temps in the 60s during those months.
Costa Rica
#4 in Best Cheap Vacations in Central and South America
If you book early enough, you’re bound to find a deal in this tropical hot spot. Those looking for a place in the sun should head to Nicoya Peninsula’s cream-colored sands. Or, lay your head in Jacó, a relaxed surfing town with easy access to the country’s inland rainforests.
