This year, coronavirus restrictions have been lifted on most popular tourist destinations, and prices for flights and hotels have risen sharply. Therefore, the question of finding budget travel destinations is now more relevant than ever. DIP, citing Traveloffpath.com, offers a list of eight budget destinations for next year.
Thailand remains one of the most popular destinations for travelers. It offers marvelous views of the bay, turquoise ocean, pink sand beaches fringed by rainforests, centuries-old Buddhist temples, and attractively priced vacations.
Digital nomads are especially fond of Thailand and stay in the country for a long time. According to experts, on average, tourists can expect a comfortable life for $533 a month (no rent).
Laos, in Southeast Asia, is a regional center for exploring nature. Carved by the Mekong River and known for its rugged mountainous landscape, it has always attracted tourists looking to escape the hustle and bustle.
According to Numbeo, the world’s largest cost-of-living database, a one-person meal at an inexpensive restaurant in Laos costs just $2.72, and a pint of local beer is even cheaper, starting at $1.13.
Cambodia is a center of culture, known for its thousands of years of history, extensive collection of archaeological sites, and breathtaking nature.
Regarding pricing, travelers are advised to add a minimum of $593.88 per month to their budget to cover the cost of living. In Phnom Penh, the country’s largest city, long-stay tourists pay 55.81 percent less rent than other popular Western destinations such as France.
Recently, Albania has gained a reputation as an affordable sunny corner of the Mediterranean. Here tourists spend 45.80 percent less than in the EU, and they are waiting for the quaint coast of the Adriatic Sea, UNESCO monuments, and medieval castles on top of the mountains.
Bulgaria has recently made headlines as a long-term traveler’s paradise. It’s not just that it is 41.19 percent cheaper than other Western EU countries. Bulgaria is a seriously underestimated country with diverse nature and a rich ethnic and cultural background that foreigners are just starting to rediscover.
Georgia is one of the oldest places in the world where wine was invented, and cities have existed for thousands of years. This is where modern and European influences clash with post-Soviet aesthetics. Georgia is often cited as Europe’s number one destination for digital nomads, with tourists spending an average of $555.21 per month excluding lodging.
Turkey is another interesting country with a complex history intertwined with the history of Europe. From the towering minarets of Istanbul to the sandy beaches of Antalya on the Eastern Mediterranean, Turkey has a lot to offer for history buffs and sun lovers. Luckily for them, prices for food, accommodation, and tourism activities are on average 48 and 21 percent lower than in Italy or Greece, respectively.
In Argentina, with one of the lowest rates on this list, the monthly cost of living is estimated at $419.06 (rent not included), almost 60 percent cheaper than in Western countries.