These Are The Best And Worst MD Cities For Staycations: Report

MARYLAND — With the rise of inflation, some Marylanders may opt for staycations instead of vacations this summer. That's why WalletHub made a list of fun-filled yet wallet-friendly cities for staycations.

If you're looking to stay home or close to home this month, the personal finance website ranked the best and worst cities for staycations in the U.S. Only two Maryland cities made the top 175 and neither landed in the top 100.

"It's fun to visit an exotic location on vacation, but during rougher economic times, a staycation can save you a lot of money while being just as memorable," WalletHub analyst Cassandra Happe said. "Not only do you avoid the cost of overnight accommodations and minimize travel costs, but you can also discover all kinds of fun activities close to home that you might not have tried out otherwise. Plus, you'll feel more rested if you spend less time in transit and more time sleeping in your own bed."

Orlando, Florida, took the top spot in the nation, followed by Honolulu, Hawaii; Cincinnati, Ohio; Las Vegas, Nevada; and Tampa, Florida.

These are the cities in Maryland that made the rankings, plus nearby Washington, D.C. National rankings are in parentheses:

1. Baltimore (No. 124)
2. Columbia (No. 166)

Bonus: Washington, DC (No. 44)

Baltimore scored high for food & entertainment but low for rest & relaxation options; Columbia scored slightly higher for rest and relaxation, but very low for food & entertainment as well as recreation choices.

The District of Columbia scored eighth in the nation for recreation choices and 21st in food & entertainment, but near the bottom overall for rest & relaxation options.

Read the full list of the best and worst cities for staycations on WalletHub.