TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - The holiday season is synonymous with higher travel costs, especially for people planning to travel overseas. Fear not, some countries offer memorable yet affordable experiences on a budget that won't break travelers' bank accounts, whether they're traveling alone or as a family.
The following is Tempo's list of 5 countries with affordable tourism for world travelers on a budget
- Vietnam
Vietnam is becoming more and more attractive as a top holiday destination, partly because of its low holiday costs. Travelers can still find accommodation for as little as Rp100,000 per night.
Ho Chi Minh City. shutterstock.com
Visitors can enjoy Vietnam's pristine beaches and historical sites without worrying about money, and in major cities like Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh, there is an abundance of delicious street food that will only set their budget back a few thousand dongs.
- Cambodia
Another beautiful Southeast Asian country famous for its affordable tourism is Cambodia. Travelers can enjoy an entire day spending only about Rp300,000.
From the world-famous Angkor Wat to the Bayon Temple and Sihanoukville Beach, Cambodia offers visitors majestic places to relax and unwind. In the capital, Phnom Penh, there are many museums and historical monuments with low entrance fees. Public transportation and food are very affordable in Cambodia, making it an ideal destination for backpackers.
- Nepal
Nepal is identical to climbing Mount Everest, which is understandably quite expensive. But for those who are not looking to get their adrenaline pumping to reach the world's highest peak, Nepal offers similar activities that are much cheaper, including a less strenuous adventure in the Himalayas such as trekking to Everest Base Camp or the Annapurna Circuit, which is relatively cheaper compared to other trekking destinations in the world.
The South Asian country's capital, Kathmandu, is full of attractive temples and markets. Food and accommodation in Nepal are very affordable, starting at around Rp150,000 for local guesthouses with comfortable facilities. The daily cost of tourism in Nepal ranges from Rp200,000 to Rp600,000.
- The Philippines
The Philippines is an attractive archipelago offering beautiful beaches, challenging mountains, historic cities and unique culinary delights at affordable prices. Visitors can enjoy their street food such as the famous fertilized egg bolas, spring rolls, halo-halo, adobo and more for as little as $1 to $2 per serving.
- Thailand
Tourists visit Maya bay after Thailand reopened its world-famous beach after closing it for more than three years to allow its ecosystem to recover from the impact of over-tourism, at Krabi province, Thailand, January 3, 2022. REUTERS/Athit Perawongmetha
Thailand is undoubtedly renowned worldwide for its beautiful, appealing tourism at attractive prices. The country will captivate visitors with its numerous attractions, rich culture, delicious culinary delights and stunning natural scenery at an affordable price.
Accommodation is not a problem as Thailand has a range of budget options from very cheap hostels and guesthouses to star hotels with competitive prices. In major cities such as Bangkok and Chiang Mai, you can still find hostels with rates starting from Rp100,000 per night.
HERZANINDYA MAULIANTI