Where to go on vacation to spend a minimum of money: experts named the destinations

Many people are looking to find a cost-effective alternative to popular destinations without compromising on the level of service they desire. Travel experts have shared some of the best budget alternatives for 2025, offering a great vacation for a relatively low price.

eShores travel agents suggest swapping popular tourist destinations for lesser-known ones. In addition to saving money, you will get a number of advantages: for example, the absence of crowds of tourists and complete immersion in the local flavor. Gavin Lapidus, founder of eShores, advises avoiding the usual destinations and looking for an interesting alternative.

Annecy instead of Venice

Venice is a truly unique city that can hardly be replaced by anything. However, tourism experts advise paying attention to the town of Annecy in France, often called the "Venice of the Alps" due to its quaint waterways against the backdrop of stunning snowy peaks.

The eastern part of the lake is surrounded by the De Borna mountain range with the peaks of Tournette, Dan de Lanfon, and Vaira, which are almost 2.5 km high. On the west coast, there are many yacht clubs and municipal beaches. A unique atmosphere is created by the narrow cobblestone streets, flower-lined windowsills, and through canals that run through the city.

Valencia instead of Barcelona

Valencia is a great alternative to Barcelona. It is the third largest city in Spain and offers all the cultural richness and exciting itineraries you expect from Barcelona but without the high price.

Valencia is located on the Mediterranean coast, on the vast plain of the Júcar and Turia rivers. Those who want to enjoy nature should visit the Font Roja Park, which includes part of the El Alto de San Antonio, El Carrascar de la Font Roja ,and La Teixereta mountain ranges. Mount Sierra del Menejador (1356 m) is the highest point of the park.

Kondao instead of the Maldives

Vietnam's Con Dao Islands, once an actual prison, is now a unique vacation destination with overwater villas and coral reefs similar to those of the Maldives.

Choosing the Con Dao Islands instead of the Maldives can significantly reduce your vacation costs. In addition, the island has several features that the Maldives cannot boast of, such as a unique history and rare sea turtles that nest on the beaches. Kondao is an archipelago of 16 islands with a total area of 75 square kilometers. Part of the territory is occupied by the national park of the same name.

Azores instead of the Caribbean

The Caribbean is a dream destination for many, but a long flight from Europe makes this vacation option far from budget-friendly. Travel experts suggest that the Azores in Portugal can be a great alternative.

The Azores is an archipelago of 9 mountainous volcanic islands and several reefs in the North Atlantic Ocean. Each of the islands has its own unique flavor and offers hotels and entertainment for every taste and budget.

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