As home to 48 countries, Asia is the largest continent in the world that always boasts a great destination to visit. Some of them have reputation for being expensive places to travel to, such as Japan and Singapore, but there are others that offer a budget-friendly holiday — especially in Southeast Asia.
If you plan for a short getaway around Southeast Asia and don’t want to spend a fortune, tiket.com has rounded up 5 countries for quick holidays on a budget. Keep on reading to find out! 😉
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5 Affordable Countries in Southeast Asia for Quick Holidays
Before exploring the cheap tourism countries in Southeast Asia, we’ve prepared some tips and travel essentials for you to check out:
- Beware of a number of scams and always remember to protect your valuables.
- To travel affordably, the best way is to choose hostels as your accommodations. There are a lot of hostel choices at tiket.com that you can book.
- Book flights in advance and choose low season dates so that you can get the best price.
- Bring cash, therefore don’t forget to exchange your money before going on a trip.
- Stay connected! Find any information and inspiration in your destination online. You can also read articles on tiket.com’s blog.
- Be sure to always check tiketsafe.com for updated travel and entry requirements to countries around the world.
1. Thailand
This country is favored by many tourists due to exotic natural views, food specialty, and affordable shopping centers. If you have limited budget to travel abroad, you can choose Thailand as your holiday destination. Bangkok, Phuket, or Krabi awaits your visit!
You can save up a lot on transportation, accommodation, and meals. FInd a hostel or hotel that are strategically close to the city center so you can walk around to explore. If you’re in Bangkok, don’t forget to visit its fashion market such as Chatuchak Weekend Market to buy various kinds of goods, ranging from souvenirs, culinary, clothing, and even electronics. Interestingly, you can bid to get a cheaper price here!
2. Vietnam
For those of you who like to eat Pho, this affordable travel destination in Asia can be another option for a short getaway. With the capital city located in Hanoi, it’s suitable for those of you who want a culinary tour of healthy food. If you visit here, don’t forget to look for a place to stay around the city!
The culinary offered in Vietnam is quite different from other countries. Various dishes contain various types of vegetables with a delicious taste. One of the most popular meals is Gỏi cuốn or Vietnamese spring rolls and Pho, which is a clear soup with a mixture of herbal vegetable ingredients.
As for tourist attractions in Vietnam, you can visit many great places without spending a lot of money, such as the Central Post Office, People Committee Hall, Domaine De Marie, and Da Lat Lake.
3. Indonesia
Indonesia boasts thousands of islands scattered across the country that are too amazing to be missed. We’re pretty sure you’ve heard about Bali, Yogyakarta, Jakarta, or maybe Raja Ampat. Although some of the destinations are expensive in terms of flight tickets, you can still save up a lot if you choose Indonesia as your short getaway destination.
To make it even more affordable, don’t forget to book accommodations near tourist attractions and try local delicacies in local restaurants or street food vendors. Make sure to use public transportation as well because going by taxi can cost you much.
4. Sri Lanka
Just off the south-east coast of India lies the island nation of Sri Lanka. It’s a tropical paradise of white sand beaches, wildlife and delicious food. You’ll be welcomed with magnificent landscapes, historic temples, and amazing wildlife safari.
You can enjoy the city, surf or sunbathe in the beach, explore abundance of marine life, sail on the south coast, and go on a scenic train ride — all within a budget!
5. The Philippines
The Philippines is a land rich in natural resources, scenic locales, and friendly smiles. You won’t regret choosing The Philippines as your tourism destination, because just look at how beautiful Manila City, Boracay, Cebu City, or El Nido are?
The islands are calling you — but make sure to visit them during the right time. Prepare your trip accordingly and choose the best time to visit between November and April during the dry season. It’s when the country’s beautiful islands and remote areas are fully accessible. However, you can also visit between May and November as it is less crowded but the weather is still lovely.
Ready to Explore Southeast Asia?
Do you know where you want to go now? These affordable country recommendations in Southeast Asia can be an option for you if you’re having a hard time determining reasonable vacation destinations for a short getaway. Let’s discover a new of holidays with tiket.com! Mask on, tiket on!
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