The low-falling loonie is making every snowbird feel the pinch when it comes to warm-weather vacations this year.

Despite the low exchange rate, there are still cost-effective options for Canadians if they are seeking a leisurely getaway over Christmas or in to the New Year.

Jennifer Evans of Marlin Travel in Saskatoon discloses various parts of Mexico are still ranking as the most popular stop in the hearts of all snowbirds, with Puerta Vallarta resorts and resorts in Cancun being the most
popular and cost effective.

A 1200-1700 dollar investment in these regions will still afford you all the pleasures and benefits of staying in one of their all-inclusive 4-star resorts.

Caribbean destinations such as the Dominican Republic and Jamaica remain popular but are becoming more expensive more drastically for Canadians as the loonie falls.

If you are planning to stay in North America, a fun family vacation lies in the Disney resorts of Anaheim, California and Orlando, Florida.

Disneyland is a more cost-effective option than Disneyworld, which has a limited number of flight bookings left open through the January month.

If you are planning a vacation to a warm-weather destination, the advice of Evans is to book early, and to make certain your passport has at least six months left before expiration.