Bermuda

The America's Cup sailing race and a wave of new and renovated resorts are sure to attract affluent visitors to Bermuda this year. An affordable and stress-free way to see the pink-sand beaches is to take a cruise to the island nation.

For instance, an interior cabin on a seven-night sailing from New York aboard Norwegian Cruise Line's Breakaway, a Cheapism.com top pick for budget cruises, starts at $579.