HUNGARY

As an American with the U.S. dollar, visiting Europe can be expensive if traveling to a country that has the Euro. But Americans can still explore Europe without spending all their savings. Hungary, located in Central Europe, has much to offer its tourists for a small cost while spending Hungary Forints instead of Euros. Here is a list of five things to do and see while in Hungary.

• Relax in the capital of Budapest. Enjoy one of its thermal springs and medical baths. Visit the Middle Ages, Kiraly Medicinal Baths or the historic Rudas Medicinal Baths.

• Visit the Fishermen’s Bastion in Budapest. This building looks medieval but it was actually built in 1902.

• Spend a day at car-free Margaret Island while enjoying several outdoor activities such as swimming and open air theatre.

• Spend hours wine tasting at the vineyards of the Szepasszony Valley and try the famous Bulls Blood wine.

• Go horse riding on the Great Plain and enjoy its famous farms and horse shows.

There are many other activities and sight-seeing locations while visiting Hungary. All these activities will not leave you penniless, specially since visitors will not be using the Euro. So come and explore Hungary without breaking your bank.

INDIA

Although the U.S. dollar is stronger than the India Rupees, many of India’s important monuments and historical sights charge admission fees. These admission fees, unfortunately, are much higher for foreigners and can cause tourists to spend more than they were expecting to. Instead, here are five free things to do while visiting India.

• Enjoy a festival- there are numerous festivals held throughout the year which offer visitors a fun way to learn and see Indian culture.

• Relax on the beach- the best Indian beaches are found on the west coast. Here the beaches are picturesque and popular. The most popular beaches are in Goa.

• Visit a temple- Although most temples charge an admission fee, the following are free to the public: the Golden Temple in Amritsar, the Jama Masjid in Delhi, the Galta Monkey Temple in Jaipur, and the Buddhist Mahabodhi Temple in Bodhgaya.

• Observe the architecture- Several parts of ancient abandoned cities are free to enter such as Hampi and Mandu. Also visit Mumbai and see the huge colonial architecture, such as the Prince of Wales Museum.

• Go for a walk through India’s nature- Enjoy a walk through several gardens many of which are free in Delhi. Take a stroll at Lodi Gardens or the Garden of Five Senses. Also visit the Kamala Nehru Park in Mumbai.

With these free activities, tourists can enjoy of India’s culture while spending very little money.

South Africa

Looking for a bit of adventure and wildlife in your next vacation, then South Africa has just that to offer its guests, without spending too much. Here are four cities worth visiting in South Africa.

• Port Elisabeth- Also known as the friendly city or PE, Port Elisabeth is South Africa’s largest city with flea markets and great restaurants. Guests can enjoy both a city and coast life with long white beaches. This city has plenty to offer people of all ages and is a great family destination.

• Johannesburg- This is the wealthiest city in South Africa and is home to one of the largest man-made forests in the world. Johannesburg, founded with the discovery of gold, it is known for its great music and entertainment.

• Pietermaritzburg- Considered one of the best-preserved Victorian cities in the world, this city also has a mix of Indian and English speaking people. Visitor’s can enjoy a site seeing of plateau, parks, and gardens.

• Durban- Due to its subtropical weather, Durban is green all year round. As one of the 10 largest ports in the world, spending a day fishing while looking at the sunset is ideal for those who love the outdoors. This urban city also has plenty of art, music, and design for those who wish to explore the city.

South Africa had plenty to offer its tourists. From city life to the wildlife, there is a bit for everyone.

Costa Rica

Costa Rica is a tiny country filled with natural beauty. For under five-hundred dollars, you can purchase a round trip ticket from Los Angeles to Costa Rica and spend very little during your stay. There are many places offered to the public for free or little cost such as its beaches, rain forests, national parks, volcanoes, and wildlife.
Here you can find some of the most exotic plants and animals in the world. Volcan Arenal is the most spectacular volcano, of five active volcanoes in Costa Rica, with daily eruptions creating lava fireworks every night. This is worth seeing and free to the public. Just make sure to stay in a hotel near the area or make your way up to see for yourself.

Home to over ten-thousand plant and tree species and with over 60 national parks, there is much to observe and learn from nature. Enjoy the sounds of monkeys, birds, and frogs all at once. Take a walk through the rain forest and take pictures of the unique flowers or take lay out on the beach and feel the sun. Costa Rica offers a lot of activities to its tourists such as hiking, snorkeling, and kayaking. If you are looking for a place with a lot of outdoor activity and plenty of free things to do, then Costa Rica is the country for you.

THAILAND

Located in the center of Southeast Asia, Thailand is home to 64-million people, of which about 95% of its population is Buddhist. Buddhism plays a huge part in the lives of Thai people which can be seen through their beautiful monuments and temples such as the Wat Chaiwatthanaram, located in Ayutthaya or the Grand Palace in Bangkok.

Offering 32 Thailand Baht for every one U.S. dollar, Thailand is a wonderful country, full of history and tradition, worth visiting. From its beautiful temples and arquitecture, to its exotic food, there is a bit of everything for everyone.

The Thai cuisine consists of five fundamental tastes: sweet, spicy, sour, bitter, and salty, with its everyday ingredients such as garlic, lime, lemon, chilies, and fish sauce.

But for those who want more than just exploring new dishes and want some action while they travel, then Muay Thai, or better known as Thai boxing, will do the fix. After all, Thai boxing is the national sport in this country.

Before leaving, make sure to experience Thailand’s beautiful nature while riding on the back of an elephant as you cross a river and pass a waterfall.

For under $5 dollars a day, a tourists can live like royalty, tasting some of the best cuisine and visiting historical temples, while witnessing dangerous Thai boxing. If you want to live like a King without breaking your bank, than Thailand is the country you are looking for.

ARGENTINA

Known for its wine and steaks, Argentina is the second largest country in South America. With its Andes mountain range in the west and the Atlantic Ocean in the east, this Spanish speaking country has plenty to offer its tourists.

With the dollar, almost four times stronger than the Argentine peso, visitors can enjoy themselves in the second largest metropolitan city in South America, Buenos Aires, without breaking their bank.

Buenos Aires is also the capital of Argentina and home to over one-third of the Argentine population. This city offers a variety of activities and many great site-seeing, such as the Recoleta Cemetery, which is considered to be one the greatest cemeteries of the world. If you enjoy shopping, then take a stroll down Calle Florida, and if you are a soccer fan, then attending a game of Club Atletico Boca Juniors, is a must. There are also plenty of art museums to visit and in the afternoon, go out and attend a Tango show.

But the big city life may not be for everyone. If your looking for a place to explore and enjoy of nature’s company, then Argentina has much for you to choose from. From its expansive deserts, to jaw-drooping waterfalls, to tropical rain-forests, to mountains and beaches, there is something for every explorer.

If you are graving a bit of Spanish flavor in your trip and want your money to go a long way, than do not hesitate, pack your bags and head to Argentina.