Hudson Valley, New York Hometown Dead Last In America For This

If you're hoping for a fun summer, experts say there's one Hudson Valley hometown you should avoid at all costs.

Our friends at Wallethub reached out to Hudson Valley Post about its latest study on the best and worst places for a Staycation.

Turns out, one place in the Hudson Valley is the absolute worst place in the country for a staycation.

What Is A Staycation?

If you've never heard of the term, a staycation is when one stays in or near their home. It typically involves day trips to local attractions.

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WalletHub reports that with inflation making trips costly, many Americans are planning staycations this summer.

With that in mind, the company compared over 180 cities across 41 key indicators of fun-filled yet wallet-friendly staycations to determine the best & Worst Cities for Staycations.

Yonkers, New York, Is The Worst Place In America For a Staycation

The study listed 182 cities across the United States. Yonkers, New York, in the Hudson Valley's Westchester County, was ranked the lowest.

Below is how Yonkers ranked in several categories. Note, 182 is the lowest possible score.

• Recreation Rank: 114
• Food & Entertainment Rank: 182
• Rest & Relaxation Rank: 178

Buffalo, Rochester, and New York City Are Much Better

Three other hometowns in New York were ranked. All fared much better than Yonkers.

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Best Cities for Staycations In America

Below are the best places in America for a staycation

1. Cincinnati, OH
2. Orlando, FL
3. Las Vegas, NV
4. Honolulu, HI
5. Chicago, IL
6. St. Louis, MO

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Staycation Idea In New York State, Hudson Valley

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