Labor Day weekend is one of the more popular vacation weekends for families. However, with the cost of gas, hotel rooms and admission prices to popular attractions, more families are looking for budget friendly vacations. Stay local for your Labor Day vacation. Most families travel to other states for vacation, missing all the splendor of their own little town and the surrounding areas. Find out if there are any local events, and visit local shops and eateries. This helps save on gas money and air fare. Research the cost of hotels by visiting online discount sites, like Hotwire, and calling hotels to find out if they have any discount prices. Look for coupons for hotels in travel guides located in gas stations and rest stops. Pick a place with great scenery, so you can really relax and enjoy yourself without spending a lot of money. Staying on a lake or beach might cost more during Labor Day weekend than staying in town, so consider staying 10 m. Go on a camping or fishing vacation for