Being in the military can be like any other job, with all the same drudgery but often mixed with moments of danger and hardship.

Unlike most other jobs though, being in the military has options for travel that can take you to some of the country's most picturesque locations.

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Seeing the world is just one of the many reasons for joining the military. But what if dreamy vacation living was possible within the continental borders? Taking advantage of what is possible within a day's drive is one way to save thousands on airfare and explore more of what our country has to offer.

Strategize your next PCS choice with these staycation-worthy locations. From the beaches to the mountains, and east to west, settling into "home" at any one of these installations is easy to do.