9 inexpensive cities for vacations around the world

Where to go on a cheap trip?

The opportunity to go around the world of these inexpensive destinations, thanks to rankings that take into account the cost of a hotel, a meal, a visit to the museum, transport ... he attractiveness of the cities mentioned, there are good surprises in store.

Head east for inexpensive cities

In Europe, according to a ranking published by the Priceoftravel site, the best deals are in the East. Among the first 5 cities named, there are indeed three capitals of Central European countries: Krakow in Poland, Budapest in Hungary and Prague in the Czech Republic.

Si Krakow comes at the top of this ranking, it is thanks to its "quality / price ratio". There is not the crowd that you can find in Prague for example, while the historic center is one of the richest in Europe with its castle and its various monuments. The infrastructure is also very well developed, which means that there are quality inexpensive hotels, as well as restaurants and bars to have fun without breaking the bank.

The average cost of a day in Krakow is estimated at less than 20 euros (24 euros for Budapest and 30 for Prague).

Cracovie (cc) Dimitris Vetsikas / Pixabay

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Turkey at a low price

At the foot of the podium, in fourth place in this ranking, Istanbul. The main tourist city of Turkey has indeed one of the most remarkable historical heritage in Europe and yet the cost of living is not that high. By European standards, the price of a room is not expensive and you can easily find food and places to go out without breaking your budget. A real backpacker destination to discover the palaces, mosques, cathedrals and historical sites of what was in turn called Byzantium, Constantinople then Istanbul.

Average cost of a day in Istanbul: 30 euros.

Istanbul

Take advantage of promotions for Berlin or Lisbon

In Western Europe, if prices increase significantly, some cities still allow inexpensive stays for those who know how to find good deals. This is the case, for example, in Berlin or Lisbon where, for example, you can take advantage of last-minute offers that offer unbeatable prices. If the German capital continues to be so affordable, it is because of its past, before reunification, where prices were much lower than in West Germany.

Average price for a day in Berlin: 38 euros (Lisbon: 35 euros).

Berlin

Mexico City: the cheapest in America

While crossing the Atlantic, even if the price of the trip increases considerably because of the plane ticket, there are inexpensive destinations that are definitely worth a visit. Price of Travel thus places Mexico City in the first place of these essential cities in America. For around 20 euros / day, discover the Mexican capital with its historic center, markets and good deals in hotels and restaurants.

Mexico (cc) david carballar / Unsplash

Good backpacker plans in the United States

In the United States, Las Vegas comes first! As long as you don't break the bank at poker tables or roulette, it is quite possible to stay in inexpensive hotels and enjoy the place without spending too much ... but is it really worth it? to go to Vegas without making a detour to the "Strip" and its impressive casinos ?!

Also in the ranking: New York. Yet renowned as one of the most expensive cities in the world, "The Big Apple" also shows a welcoming face for backpackers thanks to the variety of its hotels and youth hostels on the one hand but also the multiple ways to visit and to enjoy the city… because a walk in Central Park costs nothing!

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