If the spike in airfare has had you having second thoughts about taking that international vacation, we got some great news for you.. There are several holiday destinations where you can offset the increased flight fares with budget hotels, cheap and efficient public transport and delicious street food.
Here are the top budget international getaways you can travel to without breaking the bank.
Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam
Vietnam is a recent addition on the Southeast trail but quickly became a backpacker haven thanks to availability of cheap hotels. It is still possible to find rooms for less than Rs.1000 in the country’s largest city, Ho Chi Minh. Explore Vietnam’s rich culture while gorging on delicious bowls of pho and noodle soups (around 70 rs) a pint of local beer (for less than 50 rs).
Bali,Indonesia
With the Rupee on an upswing against the Rupiah, you can wrap up a holiday in Bali for as little as Rs.10,500. Bali makes for an excellent long haul vacation option – explore stunning islands and serene temples while spending as little as Rs. 2000 a day. Head to Ubud, Indonesia’s cultural hotspot where you can find a room for around Rs. 500 and ‘genuine fake’ Chanel and Louis Vuitton accessories that will fit the tightest of travel budgets.
Pamphylia, Turkey
Turkey is a great spot to enjoy a slice of the Mediterranean at half the budget of what you will be paying for an Italian or Greek holiday. Hotels rates have dropped by nearly 30 percent last year, and as a result, it has become a playground for the money savvy traveller. Explore the stunning Roman ruins and Mediterranean beaches while staying in reasonably priced rooms (around Rs. 2500 – Rs. 3500) and sustaining on cheap and delicious döner kebabs.
Siem Reap,Cambodia
A famed backpacker’s haunt, Cambodia is home to one of the Seven Wonders of the World. You can book a hostel bed for as low as Rs.300 . The flight might be a tad pricey but cheap food and accommodation renders Siem Reap one of the best budget holiday destination in Asia.
Palawan,Philippines
Philippine’s last frontier – Palawan is a group of largely unexplored and secluded teeming with jungle rivers, limestone caves and secluded beaches. The interesting mix of landscape coupled with popular attractions like Puerto Princessa Subterranean River National Park and Bacuit Archipelago makes it the perfect value destination.
