6. Cartagena
Location: Bolivar, Colombia
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This South American destination is one of the most visited cities in the country of Colombia. What serves as a major attraction in the area is the fact that it is facing that Caribbean Sea so you will get to enjoy a beach holiday at its finest – especially in Playa Blanca which is one of the best destinations there.
It goes to say that “you don’t have to bust your budget when visiting Cartagena, either”. The ciudad amurallada is the place to be if you want to know what makes Cartagena unique as a city – but you also have a myriad of colonial houses turned into hostels, as well as budget hotels where you can stay.
7. Cape Town
Location: Cape Town, South Africa
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Also known as the “Mother City” of South Africa, Cape Town is the most southern city of Africa which offers a variety of great places to visit.
You can visit the Cape Town City Hall which is an exemplary structure of Victorian architecture, have a tour of Robben Island, commune with nature with the Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens or sample the modern amenities provided at the Victoria and Alfred Waterfront.
Swimming, taking a cable car to the top of Table Mountain, exploring the Cape Peninsula and a lot more are the activities that you can indulge in when visiting Cape Town. There are a lot of bed and breakfasts, hotels, hostels, guest houses and backpacker’s accommodations – so there’s something for every budget.
8. Waiheke Island
Location: Hauraki Gulf, New Zealand
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Situated just 35 minutes by ferry from Auckland, the Waiheke Island in New Zea land is an ideal traveler’s getaway [New Zealand travel]. What makes New Zealand famous for travelers from around the world is their wine and olive industry – something that you can sample once you go on a wine-and-olives tour.
There are also plenty of affordable accommodations to choose from, so make sure to check for great deals online or call your travel agent.
9. Puerto Peñasco
Location: Sonora, Mexico
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Puerto Peñasco or Rocky Point is a beach city which is located in the northwestern part of Sonora, a state in Mexico. It’s a mere 70 miles south of the border with Arizona – making it a perfect holiday getaway for those who live nearby.
You can get great deals at the Riviera Nayarit and the resorts along Puerto Peñasco which serves as a virtual oasis in the middle of the desert.
10. Waterton Lakes National Park
Location: Southern Alberta, Canada
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Yet another national park which serves as a crowd favorite among the tourists and locals alike is the Waterton Lakes National Park in Canada [Canada travel].
If you’re looking for somewhere to travel that’s really affordable [Budget travel tips], this is the place to be with its icy-blue lakes, ancient gullies and magnificent glaciers.
So what are you waiting for? Check out your daily planner and schedule a long weekend – or perhaps even a month-long vacation to any of these budget-friendly travel destinations!
And also don’t forget Khao San Road, Bangkok ,Thailand
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