Because the economy has been hit so hard over the last two years, a lot of people are hesitant about traveling. Even if people have been planning to take a trip for a long time, they are starting to second guess whether or not that they should go.

Although there is no denying that times are tough, this doesn’t mean that you have to stay at home all the time. This is especially true if you have been planning to take a trip for a long time. While it may take some extra work, it is possible to find really good deals on almost all of your travel related expenses. Keep in mind that airlines, hotels and rental car companies have all been impacted by the economy as well, so they are more willing than ever to offer flexible prices.

To show you that it is possible to travel on a budget, here are some nice hotels in Bordeaux, France that won’t empty your bank account:

Hotel Chateau Beau Jardin: Although you might expect a hotel with a name as nice as this one to cost a lot of money, a room here only costs an average of $149 a night. In addition to their spacious rooms and freeWiFi, you can also enjoy a really great dinner here at a very reasonable price.

Hotel Majestic: Not only is the Hotel Majestic located in an excellent location, but with rooms costing around $135 a night, you really can’t go wrong with that reasonable of a price.

Best Western Royal Saint Jean: Priced at an average of $138 a night, this is just another example of a nice hotel in Bordeaux that offers very affordable rates.