When traveling on a budget, you might want to look out for the cheapest flights available, explore all the discount coupons there are, or even check places for a budget meal. But if the destination you plan on visiting is an expensive one, the entire savings are practically lost.



This, of course, does not mean one does not plan a budget holiday. The key is to look out for some worthy budget travel destinations. Why spend more on a location, when there are budget travel destinations that can be equally exciting and beautiful? Here is a list of some of the coolest destinations that are intriguing yet easy on the pocket.

1. Cambodia



This is one location where you can revel in the luxuries of a 5-star hotel and even end up feeling bad for paying that less! The beds, rooms, and hotel are already cheap, and the lip-smacking food is even cheaper. It is an ideal budget travel destination that also suits backpackers as well as luxury holiday goers.

You can shed your reluctance to visit the country as it now an amazing South East Asian holiday destination. Here are many amazing tourist spots to visit the Angkor Wat Archaeological Park and much more.

2. Vietnam

This country is closest to being unspoiled and untouched even today. Its eye-catching mountains, lush greens, as well as the cool white sands, are a treat for all senses. The lack of development gives the place a rustic beauty of its own. It is an ideal budget travel destination for natural beauty with a touch of French touch in terms of food especially the patisserie.

3. India

India is a country that gives you the perfect blend of luxury shopping with a sea view at Mumbai, along with some mouth-watering local savories on the streets. Explore the ancient palaces and sand dunes of Rajasthan and the backwaters of Kerala all in one country. Food, travel, and stay are all easy on the pocket, but you might need more days to do justice to this diverse country.

4. Bolivia

Also called as the Tibet of America, this landlocked country proves to be an ideal budget travel destination. The beauty lies in the streets of Bolivia that have exquisite looking buildings from the colonial era, with some elaborate grill work done in balconies. Devour the potato soup at unimaginable cheap prices and make an unforgettable memory right here.

5. Hungary

When in Hungary, don’t miss visiting Budapest. The place is a much visit for its cakes as well as the high hitting liquor. Do not miss out on the thermal spas too. Enjoy the authentic taste of Hungary at any of its kavehaz also known as coffee shops and enjoy the pastries and much more. This holiday proves to be more than your money’s worth.

6. Honduras



This may not be on many people’s holiday destination list, but Honduras with its white beaches and cool waters is sure to give you the Caribbean experience minus the expenses. This is a paradise with its Red Sea diving, super cheap food and drinks and pristine beaches. You are sure to forget the conventional Belize, Guatemala or even Costa Rica with this destination underdog. You can also explore the colonial habitation by just a small travel towards Comayagua’s town center with its historic relevance. Food wise, Honduras has some delectable baguettes, steaks, sandwiches that can be enjoyed is adorable café plazas that are seen locally.

7. Bulgaria

Unlike the south of Spain, the Bulgarian Black Sea resorts have become a recent hit. These resorts offer some unbelievable offers and holiday packages that are hard to say no to. If you are not exploring the resorts or the Black Sea, you can also make the most of Sofia that caters some sumptuous food, strong drinks and the company of warm people to enjoy this with. You can also check out the Nesebar which is now a UNESCO World heritage. Though the main city of Messembrai where Nesebar is situated has collapsed into the ocean, there are still numerous churches in pebbled lanes to explore and shop for souvenirs.

8. Sri Lanka

This is a country that lets you revel in its fine sand beaches, tropical climate, mountains, and white waterfalls along with its unique tea plantations not to mention the endless lines of palm trees. Sri Lanka gives you an ‘almost paradise’ experience and the experience does not end just there. Give your taste buds a treat with the authentic fish curry, or simply go trekking in the thick jungles of Sri Lanka.

9. Argentina

Argentina has plenty to do and explore, right from the Andes on the Western border with Chile, to the vast jungles and the central plans of La Pampa. This is one of the largest countries in the world! This country’s nightlife is to die for! If you are not big on expensive places, you can actually enjoy the flamboyance of Argentinean capital life and save some money too! Argentina offers a wide range of experiences and even leaves some money in your pocket!

10. Greece

If you stay away from the hotspots of Greece like its famous islands like Santorini or Mykonos, Greece can offer pretty cheap holiday experience. Choose a pocket-friendly destination like Paros or Skiathos and enjoy your perfect Greece holiday with icy cold Mythos at ‘almost free’ type prices. There is much to explore in Greece, the key is to choose wisely.