Haven't decided where to travel this year? Lonely Planet lists the 10 most affordable travel destinations and the 10 hottest cities in 2011. Interesting suggestions, and it feels like Lonely Planet is trying to look a little outside the usual destinations. Have you visited any of these destinations? What did you think? Or do you think other destinations should be included in the lists?
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ShareThe 10 most affordable destinations in 2011
- Bangladesh - perhaps the cheapest destination in the world
- Nicaragua - here you get a lot for your money
- Washington DC - free entry to interesting sights
- Paris - Baguette, cheese, wine and strolling in the city
- Namibia - More affordable than South Africa and Botswana
- Philippines - Beautiful beaches at low prices
- Argentina - The currency keeps prices low
- Naples - More affordable than the rest of Italy
- Ukraine - An affordable travel destination, especially Lviv and Odessa
- Syria - Affordable alternative to neighbouring countries
The 10 hottest cities in 2011
- New York - Monument to the World Trade Centre
- Tangier - Exciting culture between Africa and Europe
- Tel Aviv - Israle's most international city
- Wellington - Full of bars, cafes and restaurants
- Valencia - No longer in the shadow of Barcelona
- Iquitos - A vibrantly lively city in Peru
- Ghent - Perhaps the best city in Europe
- Delhi - World metropolis celebrating 100 years of existence
- Newcastle - An underrated Australian surf town
- Chiang Mai - Cultural capital of Thailand
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Athens is an underrated city. I highly recommend it. hyn In addition, independence will be expressed by washing out all independence with eroding words.
29 January 2011 - 19:16
Pumita says:
Hm, I have seen too little to be able to compare. Although I have been to Nicaragua and Argentina, I know far too little about the latter in particular. It is a big country.
Of those on the list, I would love to go to the Philippines and Paris.
Reacting to the list being based on price. Maybe it's just me, but I don't go to a country because it's cheap. Price matters, sure, but I choose to see what I'm interested in within the financial constraints I have. Ghent is nice, but the best city in Europe? Not a chance.
30 January 2011 - 11:49
admin says:
Pumita, we must visit South America at some point! Have never been there ... I agree that you choose a destination according to what interests you, although the price tag affects. For example, I could choose Namibia instead of Botswana if the price is lower.
01 February 2011 - 8:49
Luxury wife says:
Chiang Mai has the best shopping in Thailand... so that alone makes it worth going there! Plus there are lots of cool jungle tours =).
Namibia may be cheaper than South Africa... but I don't know if that really equates to it being more affordable? It's not that big of a difference, and SA has better food, better shopping, easier to get around and just like Namibia; awesome safari! =)
And, yes... I am a bit biased. =)
/Lindah
02 February 2011 - 18:11
Nadia says:
Kiev (Ukraine) was the best, I think. There is a lot of interesting things to see, then Odessa is also wonderful! Nice beaches and good service in hotels!!!
Hugs, Ukraine! Will be going there again soon!:D 😀 .
30 March 2011 - 10:58