The Sphinx in front of the pyramids
Incredible Vacation Spots That Won't Break The Bank
By CARLIE HOKE
A woman walks down a colofully painted street in Colombia
Colombian cities are full of life and culture, from the capital, Bogotá, to the charming, small town of Jardín. The U.S. dollar is strong, and a meal is just a few bucks.
Colombia
Santa Marta Mountains on the Caribbean Sea in Columbia
The beauty of the Caribbean Sea, the Magdalena River, and the Santa Marta Mountains surround the small town of Ciénaga, which inspired the classic novel "100 Years of Solitude."
Green misty mountain range of Costa Rica
In Costa Rica, the American dollar is accepted in many places, but the official Costa Rican currency of the colón goes into the dollar over 500 times.
Puerto Caldera, Costa Rica
Aerial view of Puerto Caldera, Costa Rica
Puerto Caldera is a hub for cruises and ferries to resorts in Los Suenos and Tortuga, the (in)famous and historic pirate island now a desirable beach getaway.
Volcano in Costa Rica
Costa Rica's capital city offers access to natural wonders, as it's central to a few volcanoes, which create relaxing hot springs and beautiful waterfalls.
San José, Costa Rica
Overlooking San Jose, Costa Rica with mountains in the background
There are many ways to have fun, shop, dine, and drink in the capital city of San José. Street food is popular here, with a meal only costing a few dollars.
Gigantic statues of pharoahs and ancient pillars in Egypt
The pyramids, sphinx, and many temples in the area are obvious attractions in Egypt, where one U.S. dollar equals around 30 Egyptian pounds.
Egypt
Ships and boats on the Nile River with the Great Pyraminds in the background
Cairo is a desert oasis on the Nile River. Old Cairo is the best place to see historical sights, and Khan el-Khalili, a famous bazaar, is where you can haggle some fantastic deals.
A bridge over the river in Budapest, Hungary
Not only is it a historic country, but Hungary is absolutely gorgeous. It's also budget-friendly, as just one U.S. dollar equals 300 Hungarian forints.
Budapest, Hungary
View from under a bridge of Budapest building lit up at night
Architecture in Budapest is stunning and diverse. From Art Deco to geometric styles and with materials ranging from iron to expensive marble, the pure variance is staggering.