AMERICANS have been given a new vacation destination that doesn't break the bank and is just as good as tourist favorites.

A little-known island destination has been ranked the top most underrated spot within the US.

It offers travelers a budget-friendly alternative to the likes of Martha's Vineyard in Massachusetts and Montauk in New York .

Not only will it help with your wallet, the overlooked location will also be less crowded and more peaceful.

St. Simons Island, Georgia , was given top place in the list of the 'best underrated travel destinations in the US' by travel experts at U.S. News.

The coveted list was created using a combination of expert opinion, traveler votes, things to do, and how crowded the destinations are.

St. Simons is located off the Georgia coast and ha

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