What with rising fuel costs and the US dollar's low rate of exchange against other currencies, you may have decided it's just not feasible to travel this summer. Consider this, though, the dollar is still favorable against the Mexican peso, and some resorts are offering special deals for families to entice you to take that vacation. Perhaps you could get away, after all, even if only for a short time.

Here are some options for beach vacations that are family-friendly and easy on your wallet:

• Affordable Family Beach Vacations

_{Photo courtesy of Blue Bay Resort Cancun}