Tips to turn a staycation into a real vacation without blowing your budget

A WalletHub survey reveals high gas prices are altering summer travel plans for many Americans, prompting 59% to adjust due to transportation costs and 51% to spend less than last year. John Kiernan from WalletHub suggests eliminating lodging, travel, and dining expenses by staying local, treating a staycation as a mental escape, and exploring free or underutilized local activities to stay within budget while still enjoying special experiences.