Traveling for two in the United States: the 10 most expensive cities

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July 11, 2009

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<i>Ever wondered what the most expensive cities to visit are? The AAA comes up with answers in its 2008 Vacation Costs Survey. The results are based on a survey of more than 60,000 restaurants and lodgings in North America.<br>
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Here are the cities found to be the most expensive vacation spots. (Costs are based on average published prices for meals and lodgings for two adults.)</i><br>
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<b>1. Honolulu</b><br>
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Lodging:  $545.81<br>
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Meals: $127.32<br>
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Total average daily cost: $673.13<br>
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<i>Photo: Aaron "A-ron" Mikami holds leis made of plumeria, orchids and other fresh tropical flowers to be added to what is hoped will become the world's longest lei near Waikiki Beach in Honolulu in May.</i><br>
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Ever wondered what the most expensive cities to visit are? The AAA comes up with answers in its 2008 Vacation Costs Survey. The results are based on a survey of more than 60,000 restaurants and lodgings in North America.

Here are the cities found to be the most expensive vacation spots. (Costs are based on average published prices for meals and lodgings for two adults.)


1. Honolulu

Lodging: $545.81

Meals: $127.32

Total average daily cost: $673.13

Photo: Aaron "A-ron" Mikami holds leis made of plumeria, orchids and other fresh tropical flowers to be added to what is hoped will become the world's longest lei near Waikiki Beach in Honolulu in May.

[Click here for "Traveling for Two in the United States: the 10 least expensive cities] (Lucy Pemoni / Associated Press)

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