Europe is a notoriously pricey destination, where swank accommodations, lavish foods, rich history, and a consistently tough euro against the dollar all tally up to a hefty bill for any traveler.
But budget travel site Price of Travel has taken a closer look at European options within a certain means, with their third annual European Backpacker index that measures a budget for various cities in Europe. They have ranked a host of cities on the continent, and uncovered some surprising results.
Due to a European recession, they say, many countries have become significantly cheaper, especially those in the East. Now is the best time, if ever, to go. Here are just some of Europe's inexpensive cities, with attractions that satisfy both frugal and lavish travelers alike.
Bucharest, Romania
Often, travelers opt for Croatia's more well-known beach and resort towns. But Zagreb is a stunning marriage of Eastern European classic antiquity and Western European modernity. For just 222 kuna, (about 38 dollars), roam this capital city for its numerous outdoor markets, 19th-century palaces and medieval architecture.
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