Do you want to bring your family in an exciting holiday trip but you doubt if you can afford it? Well of course you can! Travel needs not to be expensive and there are myriad of ways to get the best travel deals according to how much you are willing to spend.
There is no substitute for local travel if you want to save the most of your vacation budget, but it you wish to go with the family in a trip abroad, here are the 4 destinations for a pocket-friendly travel.
1 Pokhara, Nepal
Pokhara, Nepal
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Pokhara is a popular tourist destination in Nepal. Its beautiful natural scenery is a true delight to nature lovers, and a subject of many travel writers. Boasting with the title “the jewel in the Himalaya,” Pokhara is a remarkable destination for the family with vast greeneries and captivating lakes.
Things to Do: A travel in Pokhara is basically best for the nature lover, and the activities that await are also mostly inclined into adventures that allows tourists to experience its natural grandeur. For the adults, adventure sports like paragliding, mountain biking, and hiking are extremely popular. For best means of recreation with the family, boating, bird watching, pony riding, and rafting are great options. There are also interesting museums in Pokhara for a taste of educational enjoyment.
Approximate Budget: US$14.32
2 Hanoi, Vietnam
The Vietnamese capital and is the second largest city in the country, Hanoi shares a fascinating blend of the East and West. It is a place where you can enjoy your gastronomic lust for delightful Asian flavours. Family and budget travelers will never go wrong with Vietnam with its grandiose museums, temples, and parks as popular attractions.
Hanoi, Vietnam
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Things to Do: Hanoi has a lot to offer to its visitors. One of the most favourite destination in the place is the Hoan Kiem Lake or the Lake of the Restored Sword. The lake’s name is inspired by an interesting local legend. As early as 6:00 AM in the morning, local goes the lake to practice Tai Chi.
Travel around Hanoi and explore the best of the city with a walk around the Old Quarter or the Vietnamese Women’s Museum. And oh! Never miss a tour at Vietnam’s one of the most scenic landscapes—Halong Bay.
Approximate Budget: $15.88
3 Chiang Mai, Thailand
A wonderland of ethnic diversity, Chiang Mai is Thailand’s “Rose of the North.” The word “Chiang Mai” means “new city” and is one of the most sought after tourist destination in Thailand. Chiang Mai is great for the budget conscious backpackers and family alike. A historically interesting city, filled with cultural grandeurs, visitors would surely go back home with beautiful memories to bring.
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Things to Do: One of the highlights of Thailand is its local market. The night market in Chiang Mai is a promise of loads of fun, with unlimited street food, and very affordable goods you can bring to your friends at home. Shop with the family and get some sweet smelling floral necklaces and bracelets.
Also, do not miss other attractions in Chiang Mai such as its numerous temples, monuments, natural parks, and marine reserves. Getting into these places are very affordable, but the experience is definitely priceless.
Approximate Budget: $17.66
4 Phnom Penh, Cambodia
Phnom Penh, Cambodia
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A country reviving from its brutal past, Cambodia is a rising tourist destination in Asia. Though not as popular as its more developed neighbours, there is more to experience in the place especially in its largest city, the capital of Phnom Penh.
Things to Do: If you are looking for a laid back place to relax, far from the noisy and busy city streets, Cambodia can be your perfect place. There are plenty of sights to explore, activities to participate with, and food to discover. For an ultimate Cambodian adventure with the family, do not miss visiting the majestic Silver Pagoda within the compound of the Royal Palace. Journey the ruins of Angkor Wat and traverse the natural splendours of the heart of Southeast Asia in a tour at Mekong River.
Approximate Budget: $21.95
Note: The approximate budget value is based on the Backpacker Index as written in the site Price of Travel. For the aforementioned price per person, it covers:
- A dorm bed in a modest but cheap inn.
- 3 budget local meals
- 2 rides in a public transportation
- 1 paid cultural attraction
- 3 cheap beers
Budget travel is always subjective. What’s affordable for you may not be to another. But if you are willing to compromise and do your homework, you will be able to find that in the internet alone lurks plenty of deals—from transportation to accommodation—that will make you enjoy a great family time while keeping your pocket intact.
There are so many awesome places around the world to spend a great time with your family. Plan ahead and enjoy the rest of your trip!
