Because budget travel should still feel baller.
Traveling on a budget doesn’t mean missing out on incredible experiences. In some destinations, your dollar stretches further than you’d imagine — letting you eat like royalty, sleep in comfort, and soak in local culture without torching your wallet.
If 2025 is your year to explore more for less, these spots deserve a place at the top of your list.
Vietnam
- Steaming bowls of pho for $2–$3.
- Boutique hotels under $40/night in Hanoi or Hoi An.
- Tailor-made clothes for a fraction of Western prices.
- Cruise Ha Long Bay on a day trip for as little as $45.
- Local buses and trains cost just a few dollars between cities.
Georgia (the country)
- Tbilisi’s Old Town feels European but way cheaper.
- Wine tastings for $5–$10 in intimate cellars.
- Hike the Caucasus mountains for jaw-dropping views.
- Guesthouses with breakfast under $25/night.
- Fresh khachapuri bread for less than $1.
Guatemala
- Lake Atitlán’s views rival Switzerland at a fraction of the cost.
- Colorful markets and street food (try pupusas for $0.50).
- Entry to Tikal’s Mayan ruins around $20.
- Hostels and budget hotels from $10–$30/night.
- Local chicken buses are dirt cheap for getting around.
Bottom line.
Budget travel can still feel luxurious when you choose the right places. These countries prove adventure doesn’t need a big bank account.
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