December 22, 2024 10:34 AM

Budget Travel 2017: A Look At This Year's Cheapest Travel Destinations

A new year means new adventures -- and huge opportunities to save on off-peak season deals. Despite their reasons for offering bargain deals, 2017 is a ripe year for affordable travel worldwide. Here are five of the best options available for the year.

Strengthening dollars means better and cheaper options for Western tourists in South Africa. According to Forbes, South Africa is a developed tourist destination with "a solid infrastructure" that helps travelers journey from one location to another with Uber. Luxury resorts only cost about $266 a night compared to western rates of over $700 -- not counting how much you can save using Airbnb

South America is as vibrant as its counterpart in Spain -- but cheaper. With better exchange rates for both American and European travelers, there is value for money in all its amenities. Lodging starts at $90 up to $300 for luxury resort stays. Activities in the area may cost travelers only an average of $50 daily, a sweet deal.

Southeast Asia has long been a favorite of the strong dollar especially in Cambodia where it only costs about $3 to find the cheapest accommodations available. According to According to Skyscanner, the Siddharta Boutique Hotel provides double rooms for just $60a night. Their rooms are splendidly designed with decorated interiors and an outdoor pool just for guests and hostels go for less.

One of 2016's best destinations makes it to 2017 with multiple options for accommodations. Backpacking hostels in India come cheap at just $30 a night with upscale options going up to $350. Eating local also helps save travelers much more than they can chew with most dishes going about $5 to $25 depending on the concessionaires -- just make sure to pick wisely.

Europe would always have its amazing share of sights to see in 2017. Hungary offers amazing stays for just $50 but outskirt retreats are the best choice for travelers preferring a much quiet vacation. Taking hikes and eating local for just $7 to $10 in most family-run stalls and businesses make Hungary a prime target for travelers worldwide.

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