12 cheap countries for budget travel!
We all love to travel, don't we? But how can we do it as cheaply as possible? If you're looking for countries where travel won't break the bank, then this article is for you! 6 cheap countries in Asia and 6 in the Balkans, which will become your next destinations,…
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We all love to travel, don't we?
But how can we do it as cheaply as possible?
If you're looking for countries where travel won't break the bank, then this article is for you!
6 cheap countries in Asia and 6 in the Balkans, which will become your next destinations, without needing a fortune!
Discover with Travelo the most affordable countries for your next trip!
Southeast Asia
Southeast Asia enjoys high temperatures throughout the year (as well as humid periods), making it an accessible and safe destination for travellers looking to explore something different from European culture.
Let's look at 6 affordable countries in Southeast Asia.
Cheap flights for all these countries can be found on Travelo's dedicated page for tickets, where with one search you'll have all available results and all cheap flights in front of you!
Philippines

The Philippines boasts very friendly locals and comprises a cluster of over 7000 amazing tropical islands!
Here you'll find decent and cheap accommodation, very low prices for food, while boat tours, taxis, and buses are also very affordable for tourists.
Thailand

You've surely seen photos of dozens of colourful food stalls in Thailand.
This is their traditional street food and one of the dozens of attractions you'll enjoy in this magical city!
Prices are very low, even now that it has established itself as a popular travel destination.
To give you an idea, a portion of noodles costs less than 2€!
Here you'll find diving lessons and underwater exploration, tours to neighbouring islands, and of course, luxury hotels at very affordable prices!
Malaysia

In Malaysia, you'll find both tourist spots with expensive prices and earthly paradises with quite affordable prices!
The Langkawi archipelago and Perhentian island are just a few places that are a paradise for every visitor, and their prices are particularly affordable!
Here you'll find hotels with a private pool for around 30€ per night!
The same applies to food, which in many parts of Malaysia is particularly economical.
Indonesia

Similar to the Philippines, but Indonesia has many more islands!
In Indonesia, you have the opportunity to explore over 17,000 islands! Okay, you certainly won't see them all, but you have a good reason to come back!
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This country has a little bit of everything a traveller could ask for: luxurious accommodations, tourist resorts, an amazing destination that the whole planet visits (Bali), and of course, plenty of nightlife!
If you stay away from the centre and the tourist spots, you'll discover a very cheap Indonesia!
Villas and hotels with private pools cost very little compared to what they offer!
Laos

Certainly not as popular as the previous places we discussed, but Laos is a country you should explore if you're travelling the world!
Cheap and away from tourist crowds, in Laos you'll see a different perspective of our world!
Cambodia

Cambodia is an ideal destination for those who prefer to spend little money on their trip.
The region is currently quite safe and peaceful as there are no wars or other disturbances that marked the area in previous years.
Here you'll get to know the history of the region and stay in luxurious hotels which you'll find at very affordable prices!
Eastern Europe – Balkans
The Balkan countries are increasingly attracting tourism in recent years. Excluding our own country, which has always had high tourism due to its sea and islands, the Balkans are developing at a fairly rapid pace in terms of incoming tourism.
Just consider the example of Croatia: Croatia was a very cheap country and a low-cost destination for many years.
After the success of Game Of Thrones and the countless photos in Dubrovnik, Croatia has become quite expensive and is now an elite destination!
So, hurry to travel to the following destinations as they offer us many advantages: they are close to us and are still affordable!
Montenegro

Rising Montenegro has very special scenic landscapes to offer its visitors.
From the National Park to the Tara River Canyon, you'll be amazed by what you see!
In the region, you'll find affordable accommodation, while food and entertainment will cost you only a few euros (it has been a member of the Union since 2007)!
Albania

Certainly, when you hear Albania mentioned as a tourist destination, amazing images and landscapes might not immediately come to mind!
However, Albania has exceptional beaches facing the Adriatic and Ionian Seas, and resorts that are both very affordable and luxurious!
A visit to Saranda during the summer is well worth it!
Serbia

A quintessential winter destination! Some might argue that this country doesn't offer many attractions, but that's not quite true.
Here you are at the crossroads of Central and Southeast Europe, and all central road and rail arteries pass through here!
Belgrade is the number one destination in Serbia and in recent years it has been receiving hordes of tourists, with prices slowly rising as a result.
Visit Serbia while it's still quite affordable!
Bosnia & Herzegovina

Mostar and Sarajevo are two places known throughout the world, mainly due to the Balkan War they endured.
Today, however, Mostar is a charming city that welcomes tourists with open arms!
In the area, you'll find facilities for dozens of activities such as rafting and climbing, naturally at very low prices.
Bosnia also has amazing views and scenery to offer, and it will certainly reward you for your visit!
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Romania

Perhaps one of the most touristic places in Europe, if we exclude Greece.
Romania is a true, affordable paradise for holidays! Here you'll meet a hospitable and warm people who will make you feel at home!
Romania is a 'must-visit' destination in the Balkans and here you'll encounter tourists from all corners of the world!
Bulgaria

Bulgaria is a strong, emerging tourist destination.
A few years ago, Sofia was still under construction and prices here had hit rock bottom – specifically, you could sleep at the Hilton for just 10-15€ a night!
Now, Sofia is a European capital that receives hundreds of tourists every year and serves as an economical hub for air travel.
From Sofia airport, you can travel cheaply to dozens of destinations at prices you won't believe!
Flight tickets are cheap from here as airport taxes are very low, resulting in airlines offering low prices!
Both in Sofia and in neighbouring areas, you'll find plenty of activities and landscapes to enjoy and spend your holidays!
Organise and plan your next trip through Travelo.gr and our Blog's travel guides! You'll surely find a place you didn't know about that will pique your curiosity to explore and visit!

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