Top destinations for budget travelers in 2020
Summer is always associated with holidays, the sea, the beach and fresh fruit. Where to go if your budget is limited? Even if you don’t have a huge amount of extra money, having a good rest is never an oddity. We have selected several options for you where food and housing do not cost exorbitant money and you don’t need to borrow money or go for personal loans to budget your vacation.
Montenegro
Last summer, 29 beaches in Montenegro were awarded the “Blue Flag”, an international award for water cleanliness and safety.
The cost of a holiday in Montenegro depends on the place chosen for your stay. The highest prices in Kotor, Budva, Becici, Przno and Milocer. In Tivat and Herceg Novi, prices for food and accommodation are noticeably lower.
Tivat is very loved by locals and there are few tourists here. One of the most beautiful places in the vicinity of the city is the island of flowers near the medieval monastery. Hiking enthusiasts can see the traditional Montenegrin fishing villages of lower Lastva and Upper Lastva within 5 miles of the city.
Herceg Novi is located on the hills of the picturesque Bay of Kotor. Walking around the city can be compared to walking in a Botanical garden. A long time ago, sailors began to import plants from different countries to the city, so now Herceg Novi is literally drowned in all sorts of flowers, there are huge cacti, banana palms and other exotic plants.
Georgia
Last year Georgia rejected plastic bags and chose the first female President in its history. You are welcome wherever you go. In Tbilisi, even with a small budget, you can easily feel like the king of life. For example, in the center of the old city, in a cafe with the inscription “I love Tbilisi”, you can order a portion of khinkali (traditional Georgian dumplings) for 2$ and a bottle of the famous Borjomi mineral water and enjoy your meal with a view of the old city, the Kura river and the Holy Trinity Cathedral.
It’s as if the city was created to be photographed. After the next picture, do not rush to put your phone in your pocket, there is a 100% probability that another retro or architectural masterpiece will be waiting for you at the next turn. Among other things, prices for group excursions to the main attractions of the country are pleasing in Georgia. You can go to the Trinity Church of Gergeti along the picturesque Georgian Military road and to the Alazani valley for up to 40$.
Turkey
Of course, the easiest and most affordable way to relax in Turkey is to go all-inclusive. Even in high season, hotels offer tours with discounts of up to 50%. Buying a tour is better to take care of two weeks before the trip to catch the best price.
Popular Turkish resort cities in summer turn into a continuous holiday with a lot of entertainment. A large number of affordable housing options and free entertainment can be found in Alanya, Marmaris and Bodrum. The most expensive resorts are considered to be Fethiye, side, Kemer and Belek.
Armenia
Whenever you go to Armenia, you will not waste your time. In winter, you will improve your skills as a skier and snowboarder in the resort of Tsakhkadzor, and in summer — entertain the inner hedonist on the shore of lake Sevan.
Be sure to appreciate the Grand Cascade in Yerevan and visit the legendary Ararat brandy factory. The best view of the mountain that gave its name to Armenian cognac is from the monastery of Khor Virap.
It is great to climb the cable car to another ancient Shrine of Armenia — Tatev: you will remember this 5.7 km at an altitude of 320 meters above the ground for a long time.
Nepal
Nepal such a mountain holiday as in Nepal, you can”t find anywhere else. The highest mountain on the planet — Mount Everest is located here, and the entire country is located in a mountainous area, mainly in the Himalayas. There are many different routes that will suit both beginners in the mountains and experienced climbers. People who have visited Nepal, for a long time then talk about the fascinating views of the mountains and from the mountains.
Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka is considered one of the cheapest countries to travel to, which does not make holidays on the island worse than in other places. The most expensive flight will cost, but even here you can save money by buying a burning tour or ticket. Many people know this country by another name that was used before — Ceylon. The whole of Ceylon is a tea culture, hot resorts, numerous temples and rainy forests. Here you can ride elephants, climb the Lion rock and meet huge, very old turtles. Dinner for two, including seafood, salads and beer, costs $13. The price of a branded hamburger is less than two dollars. You can rent an apartment or house for a month at a price of $300. A room in a good hotel will cost from $18 per night. Entrance tickets to temples cost from $8, and to nature reserves – from $16. In the country, the sun shines brightly almost all year round, so you can visit it in any season.