5 cheapest holiday destinations in Europe for budget travellers

Poros, Greece: Europe is not all expensive. Some destinations won’t burn a hole in your pocket. Greece is known for its pristine beaches, turquoise water and amazing cuisine. Give a skip to the more famous and expensive destinations like Santorini and Athens and instead head to smaller islands like Poros where you can gaze at sailboats floating in the water, visit the Clock Tower to enjoy sunsets or unwind by the beach. (Shutterstock)

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Poros, Greece: Europe is not all expensive. Some destinations won’t burn a hole in your pocket. Greece is known for its pristine beaches, turquoise water and amazing cuisine. Give a skip to the more famous and expensive destinations like Santorini and Athens and instead head to smaller islands like Poros where you can gaze at sailboats floating in the water, visit the Clock Tower to enjoy sunsets or unwind by the beach. (Shutterstock)

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Prague, Czech Republic: Prague is an affordable holiday destination that boasts of several places that can be visited for free. You can roam around the city on foot and eat at tiny cafes or drink cheap beer at pubs to keep your expenses low. You can visit the important sites by public transport, be it buses or trains. (Shutterstock)

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Valetta City, Malta: Malta is compact (316 sq km) and is a very affordable destination for tourists. It boasts of picturesque shorelines and great beaches. You can go snorkeling, or visit historical sites such as the catacombs, forts, and temples. Do visit the Ta’Qali Petting Farm that has free entrance. (Shutterstock)

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Krakow, Poland: Culture lovers can head to Krakow to visit museums, galleries and heritage sites for cheap. Krakow offers cheap accomodation options as well and its public transportation is affordable and well-connected. (Shutterstock)

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Budapest, Hungary: This city is home to various forms of architecture, ranging from Neoclassical to Baroque and Art Nouveau. There are good homestay options apart from hotels which can help you save money. The roadside eateries are also cheaper. Entry charges at tourist spots are minimal and you can walk to most sites. (Shutterstock)