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The most affordable countries to visit in 2025

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Here are 15 of the most affordable countries to add to your 2025 bucket list! I love places with incredible natural scenery so thats what I've added to this list… Each country has a few tips added to the description on how to travel as affordably as ...
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Asia

The countries in Asia remain the MOST affordable places to go and are absolutely incredible 😊 

 
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Street food, scenic landscapes like Ha Long Bay, and budget-friendly accommodations. Use sleeper buses for cheap intercity travel and eat at local markets
Vietnam
 
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Home to the iconic Angkor Wat and affordable beach destinations, stay in budget guesthouses and use local tuk-tuks for transport.
Cambodia
 
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Diverse islands, affordable diving spots, and cultural experiences, travel outside Bali for lower prices, such as in Yogyakarta or Sumatra
Indonesia
 
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Slow-paced travel with beautiful riverside towns and nature, buses and hostels are very affordable, and street food is cheap and delicious!
Laos
 
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Beautiful islands and affordable beach activities, use ferries for island hopping and stay in budget-friendly hostels
Philippines
 
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Incredible trekking routes, vibrant culture, and inexpensive cities, opt for teahouse trekking instead of guided tours for savings
Nepal
 
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A vast range of experiences from the Himalayas to bustling cities like Delhi, use public trains and buses, and eat at local dhabas (small roadside eateries)
India
 
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A mix of European and Middle Eastern culture, great food, and historical sites, use budget airlines for domestic travel and opt for street kebabs and local eateries
Turkey

Europe

Europe doesn't have to be expensive! Knowing where to go is key- there are affordable and beautiful options

 
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Stunning beaches along the Riviera, affordable historical sites, and low tourist traffic, dine at local family-run restaurants and stay in guesthouses
Albania
 
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Lively cities like Belgrade, beautiful countryside, and rich culture, low-cost public transport and plenty of affordable hostels and cafes
Serbia
 
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Black Sea coast, cultural cities like Sofia and Plovdiv, and mountain ranges, stay in local guesthouses and use buses for intercity travel
Bulgaria

Latin America

Latin America offers crazy scenery at an affordable price- if done correctly 😜 

 
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Dramatic landscapes like Salar de Uyuni and inexpensive cities, travel by local buses and eat set menu meals in small restaurants
Bolivia
 
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Vibrant cities, coffee regions, and increasing outdoor activities, stay in budget hostels and use local transport
Colombia
 
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Surfing, colonial towns, and volcanic treks at low costs, street food and public buses keep expenses down
Nicaragua
 
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A blend of culture, history, and diverse landscapes at reasonable costs, eat at local taquerias and use public buses for intercity travel
Mexico