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<i>The AAA 2008 Vacation Costs Survey, which culls published rates for more than 60,000 restaurants and lodgings, recommends a budget of $244 per day for two while traveling in North America.<br>
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Here are the states 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. Hawaii</b><br>
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Lodging: $675.36<br>
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Meals: $117.40<br>
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Total average daily cost: $792.76<br>
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<i>Photo: Hulupoe Beach near the hotel at Manele Bay.</i>

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The AAA 2008 Vacation Costs Survey, which culls published rates for more than 60,000 restaurants and lodgings, recommends a budget of $244 per day for two while traveling in North America.

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

1. Hawaii

Lodging: $675.36

Meals: $117.40

Total average daily cost: $792.76

Photo: Hulupoe Beach near the hotel at Manele Bay. (Beverly Beyette / Los Angeles Times)

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