Save money on holiday: Think exchange rates
Thu. 9th November 2023
Vietnam's enchanting town of Hoi An has clinched the title of the most budget-friendly long haul holiday destination, according to the latest survey by the Post Office. If you're gearing up for a long-haul winter escapade, stretching your hard-earned money becomes paramount. Assessing the exchange rates is a savvy way to make the most out of your holiday budget.
Hoi An, where your holiday money goes further
This year's Travel Money Long-Haul Holiday Report by the Post Office reveals the places where your money will go further – owing to the surge in the pound's value, holidaymakers can anticipate getting more for their money at their chosen destinations. A whopping 88% of the surveyed destinations are now more affordable, making dreams of winter sun all the more attainable.
The Far East beckons as an oasis of budget-friendly options, with five out of the top ten affordable resorts and cities nestled in this vibrant region. Hoi An, Vietnam, steals the spotlight for the second consecutive year, boasting a mere £52.66 expenditure for a basket of essential tourist items, including a delectable three-course dinner for two and assorted drinks. Surprisingly, Hoi An is 11% cheaper than its closest competitors, Mombasa Beach in Kenya and Cape Town in South Africa.
Bali, Tokyo, and Sharm el-Sheikh are other hotspots emerging strong in the affordability realm. Among the 30 destinations scrutinized, Barbados and New York emerged as the priciest, with basket prices of £169 and £152 respectively, although these figures have dropped since the previous year.
Interestingly, long-haul resorts seem relatively unaffected by the price inflation witnessed in domestic and European sectors. This, coupled with the favourable exchange rates, make globetrotting a more economically viable option this winter.
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So, pack your bags for a new adventure!
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