Affordable Vacations Galore: A Comprehensive Guide for German Travelers
Affordable Destination for Your Next Vacation: Best Budget-Friendly Holiday Spots
Planning a budget-friendly getaway? Look no further! Although vacation can be a hefty wallet-buster, especially in Germany, we've got good news—you can save a pretty penny abroad! The German Statistical Office sheds some light on the most wallet-friendly destinations that'll make your wallet sigh in relief.
Southern and Eastern Europe take the cake for being the most cost-effective vacation spots. Can't believe it? Have a look:
- Albania, North Macedonia, Bulgaria: These countries offer staggering savings of up to 52% on accommodation and hotel stays compared to Germany, as reported by the Statistical Office. Restaurant and hotel visits in Bulgaria will only set you back about half of what you would pay back home.
- Montenegro, Portugal, Turkey, Malta: Prepared to be pleasantly surprised! German travelers will save up to 42% when visiting Montenegro, a mere 35% in Portugal, 31% in Turkey, and 30% in Malta.
Feeling adventurous? Southern favorites like Spain, Greece, Cyprus, and Croatia also offer more modest savings of 25%, 22%, 21%, and 14%, respectively. Although Italy might boast the highest price level among southern European holiday countries, restaurant and hotel services are surprisingly 6% cheaper than in Germany.
For those craving a taste of the familiar, the good news is that you can still scratch your travel itch without breaking the bank in some neighboring countries. The price level in restaurants and hotels in the Czech Republic, Poland, and France is 33%, 15%, and 3% lower than in Germany, respectively.
However, it's not all smooth sailing. Austria equals the German price scale, whereas the Netherlands, Luxembourg, Belgium, and Denmark set you back 7%, 9%, 11%, and an impressive 28% more, respectively. The winner of the "most expensive vacation destination" crown goes to... Switzerland. Hotel stays and restaurant visits there will cost you a whopping 52% more than in Germany.
In search for a truly budget-friendly wanderlust escape? Look no further! The magic of Eastern Europe and southern favorites like Spain and Italy await you!
Engaging in affordable travel within Europe is achievable for German travelers, as countries like Albania, North Macedonia, Bulgaria offer savings of up to 52% on accommodation and dining. For those seeking innovation, vocational training opportunities in the community could help secure a lifestyle that facilitates more travel, such as in Montenegro, Portugal, Turkey, Malta, where savings of up to 42% are possible.
