Articles from the Cheapest Destinations Blog on traveling in Asia on a budget and getting the best experiences for your dollars or euros.
What does a trip to Thailand cost these days? I’m happy to say that prices haven’t changed all that much in the past decade and it’s still one of the best values on the planet. Some people are country counters, I’m a country returner instead. I’d rather explore a destination in depth over several visits …
Read More about What Does a Trip to Thailand Cost for Travelers or Nomads?
Back in 2019, Thailand was one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world and Bangkok actually hit the #1 spot for the most-visited city, beating out Paris. Then the world went into lockdowns and the tourism recovery was a confusing mess. Despite the rough times, six airlines are left standing for domestic flights …
Read More about Domestic Flights in Thailand: the 6 Budget Airlines to Choose From
For American travelers, those earning US dollars, or those tapping a greenbacks retirement account, there’s something wrong if you’re not planning your next international vacation right now. If you’re reading a travel blog I’m assuming you don’t hate traveling. So why else would you not take advantage of this golden opportunity? The cheapest countries have …
Read More about For American Travelers With Dollars, the World is On Sale
Many times I post pictures of a budget hotel deal I found internationally in my travels, usually somewhere between $10 and $50 per night. A few people inevitably comment, “What?! How did you find a deal like that?” The truth is, I find deals like that more often than not. To many infrequent travelers, it’s …
Read More about How to Find a Good Budget Hotel Deal Where You’re Headed
When I was a young budget traveler backpacking around the world, I spent a lot of time sleeping on night trains and overnight buses. The rail sleepers were often a real pleasure, the night buses not so much, but in both cases they combined lodging and transportation in one, which saved a fair bit of …
Read More about Where to Take Rail Sleepers and Overnight Buses