Travelers sometimes struggle to make a New England fall foliage trip a budgetary success.
Hotels generally hike their rates and post "no vacancy" signs. It seems everything is at a premium in this prime time of the year.
Good planners always find the exceptions, and some say cruising is a way to see the handsome colors without paying handsomely to do so.
Princess offers a 10-day, New York to Montreal cruise starting at $999 USD. At that price, you'll have an inside cabin. Ask yourself how much viewing of scenery you do from your cabin. Make the cabin your sleeping quarters and do your viewing on deck.
Carnival offers four- to seven-day cruises from New York to New England and Canada.
Be certain to book these trips according to the times when foliage is peaking, or about to peak. Some people snag "deals" in September and discover the foliage looks only a little more colorful than what they left behind at home. Others have a similar bad experience later in the season--they find colorful leaves mostly on the ground.
It always pays to shop around, and to consult with a travel agent who specializes in cruises. They usually have a good feel for what lines provide the best experience and current bargains.
Just remember $100/day is becoming almost standard in the cruise world. How many other travel providers can say that?
