Many destinations around the world not only offer visitors unique experiences but also save them money with surprising costs (in a positive way). Based on these criteria, the American travel magazine Travel and Leisure has selected the following list of 15 international destinations where American tourists can save the most:
Laos
Of course, trans- Pacific flights to Laos aren’t cheap. To save money, Americans fly into Bangkok’s Suvarnabhumi Airport during the low season from May to October, when United Airlines and American Airlines typically operate nonstop flights from California starting around $700, then connect with a low-cost regional airline to Vientiane, Laos, or Luang Prabang. Once there, four-star hotel rooms can cost as little as $50 a night, and local meals can cost as little as $5.
Scenery in Luang Prapang
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Toronto, Canada
Just north of the US border is a growing city with a diverse culture, food scene, and activities to suit a wide range of ages and interests. Toronto’s low season runs from October to March, except for December, when the holidays increase demand. A direct flight from New York to Toronto takes less than 2 hours, and on low-cost airlines you can sometimes get a round-trip ticket for as little as $100. Hotels are usually cheapest in January and February, when you can find a 3-star room for under $100 a night.
Downtown Toronto
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Grand Est, France
The region formerly known as Alsace (now officially part of the larger Grand Est region) is a favorite among French travelers. Fly to Strasbourg, France, the capital of Grand Est, in February or March for the best prices. Round-trip flights from New York can be found for under $700, and you can stay in a three-star hotel for as little as $89 a night in the low season.
A stream flows through a village in Grand Est in the Alsace region of France.
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Kenya
A vacation in Africa can seem far-fetched for budget travelers. But the key to keeping costs down is to travel during the low season, from late November to March. This time of year offers both good prices – flights from the US to Nairobi typically cost around $1,000 – and warm, dry weather.
A herd of elephants in Kenya's Amboseli National Park
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Brisbane, Australia
Australia doesn’t quite fit the American “budget travel” mold, with flights to the continent often costing at least $1,000. However, compared to other Australian destinations, the riverside city of Brisbane is one of the more affordable entry points. Book your trip between April and August to take advantage of the city’s low season, when you can find three-star accommodations for under $100 a night.
A Koala at the Brisbane Wildlife Sanctuary
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Panama City, Panama
Although Panama is in the Northern Hemisphere, it only has two seasons, the opposite of North America. The “winter” (or rainy season) lasts from about May to December, and the “summer” (dry season) lasts from December to May. Going during the rainy season is cheaper, when the climate is not ideal but not unappealing, and importantly, the prices are affordable.
Outdoor Restaurants in Panama
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Valparaiso, Chile
Located just north and west of Santiago, Chile's Valparaiso region offers a variety of attractive destinations for visitors to enjoy expensive places at low costs.
Scenery in Valparaiso
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Hanoi, Vietnam
Visitors to Hanoi will have it all: vibrant culture, a thousand years of history, a food scene that ranges from world-famous street carts to Michelin-starred restaurants. There’s even a primeval forest on the outskirts that seems to creep into the city. With $1 converting to around 25,000 Vietnamese Dong – roughly the price of a good banh mi – you’ll find it easy to stick to your budget and still live comfortably in Vietnam’s bustling capital.
Hanoi cuisine attracts tourists with its diversity and affordable prices.
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Round-trip flights from New York to Hanoi are cheapest at around $870 from September to November, when Vietnam transitions from its hot and humid rainy season to its dry (and touristy) season. During this time, three-star hotels cost around $125 to $150 a night.
The remaining destinations on the list include: Albania, Donegal, Ireland; Saint Vincent and the Grenadines; Etyek, Hungary; Tunisia; Madeira, Portugal; Armenia.
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