Best vacation splurges for your tax refund

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Your tax refund could provide the perfect opportunity to travel. The average tax refund averages approximately $3000 each year–enough for an amazing vacation, if you plan wisely. If you are ready to take your tax money and take off, here are some of the best splurges for your refund.

An adventure in Marrakech, Morocco

Getting there can be pricey (think in the $800-dollar range with rising fuel costs), but once you have arrived you can make your trip as budget-friendly as possible. Sitting right at the foot of the Atlas mountains, Marrakech has a stunning collection of architectural, historical and cultural sights for its visitors. For natural beauty, check out the Marjorelle Gardens, an eye-popping collection of rare plants first designed by a French painter, then restored by the fashion legend Yves Saint Laurent. If you are seeking out a little more action, take a stroll through the lively main square, called the Djeema el-Fna. Grab a snack while you watch musicians and dancers perform right in the heart of town.

To make the most out of your tax refund and stay as long as possible, book a hostel or discount hotel. Right now you can stay at a luxury hotel like the Sejour Maroc for under $100 a night. You can also enjoy local fare at food stalls and market places instead of eating at a restaurant every night. In Marrakech, these stalls are not your rinky-dink tourist traps–they have been around for generations and are patronized by locals and visitors alike. At a food stall, you can devour an entire three course meal for a song, while taking in the lively night life in this bustling metropolis.