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A trip abroad does not necessarily have to cost you a bomb – especially if you plan your travel right. This July, explore one of these beautiful International destinations, and look out for offseason deals and discounted airline prices to get the most out of your travel budget!
Once an American trade port, Seville is located on the banks of Guadalquivir River. Home to numerous world heritage sites, today Seville is one of the most prominent business hubs in the south of Spain. The city flaunts a rampant Moorish heritage, which can be sampled in its architecture and overall planning. A year-round destination, Seville has an active cultural life coupled with a number of theme parks, art galleries, museums and clubs. Do not miss out on the fiery flamenco shows.
Travel: Approx. INR 65000 (€ 879) for a to-and-fro flight from Mumbai
For local transport, Seville has a vast bus network which covers the entire city. You can buy a 3-day unlimited travel card just for € 10 (INR 740).
Stay: Approx INR 1850 (€ 25) per day
From B&B arrangements to inns and hotels across categories, you can afford a comfortable yet budgeted stay in Seville all through the year. Some of the popular budget hotels in Seville are Hotel Zaida, Cervantes Seville, Hotel Git Via Seville Mairena and Hotel NH Collection Seville, to list a few.
Food: Approx INR 2300 (€ 28-30) per day
Seville is known for its street food, as well as a full Spanish meals complete with Tapas, seafood, herbed meat and wine. Try La Zaotea for a traditional Spanish meal which will not cost you more than € 12-13. Enjoy ice-cold cervezas with tapas at Eslava for € 10. And if you want a real steal deal, hit one of the Tapas bars where you can enjoy Tapas and a drink for just € 3-4.
Total trip cost for 4 days: INR 65000 (Travel) + INR 7400 (Stay) + INR 9200 (Food) + INR 10000 (Petty Cash & Shopping) = INR 91,600 (Approx. € 1238)
Read more: A backpacker’s guide to Spain
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If you have a relaxing trip in mind mingled with some adventure, Bali is a pocket-friendly destination to be. The picturesque landscape of Bali, complete with beautiful mountains, thick forests, coastal reefs and never-ending coastlines, is simply breath-taking. Add to that, a rich cultural heritage and mouth-watering cuisine.
Travel: Approx. INR 38000 ($587) for a to-and-fro flight from Delhi
Try an Ojek (a paid motor ride) to explore the city without hurting your pocket. If you are travelling in a group, you can use a Bemo (a 12-seater mini bus) or the bus terminals, which connect various areas of Bali. Local travel will cost you almost INR 1650 ($ 25-30) per day.
Stay: Approx INR 1400 ($22)
Starting with almost INR 1000 a room in guest house to plush five star properties, you have it all. Some good budget hotels in Bali are Seminyak Village Resort, The Batu Belig Hotel and Taman Rosani Hotel amongst others.
Food: Approx INR 650 ($10)
Start your morning with pancakes and jaggery delicacies. During the day you can hit one of the many Bali cafes and call it a close with a rice meal (Nasi Jinggo) coupled with chicken, beef or egg simmered in a local spicy sauce. You will find it only on motor bikes post 6 p.m. in just 70 cents (Approx. 50 INR).
Total trip cost for 4 days: INR 45000 (Travel) + INR 5600 (Stay) + INR 3000 (Food) + INR 10000 (Petty Cash & Shopping) = INR 63,600 (Approx. $ 983)
Read More: Who Says Bali is Just for Honeymooners?
The white sand beaches, pristine waves and rich wealth of the sea underlines the sublime experience at Maldives, a group of 1192 coral islands which converge to form sparsely populated natural atolls. Majority resorts here overlook the magnanimous beaches and offer umpteen avenues for water sports.
Travel: Approx INR 25000 ($ 387) for a to-and-fro flight from Kochi.
The most common mode of travel in Maldives are the ferries. Once you land, take a ferry to Male just for $1. In order to access other islands, you need to travel by taxi which may cost you around $5 for a trip. You can check the ferry timetable for the week and hop from one island to other within $ 8-10 per day.
Stay: Approx INR 1500 – 2000 ($23-30) per night
You can book yourself in a B&B accommodation or a guest house to save money on resort stays. Some budget hotels in Maldives are Rasdhoo Coralville, Seahouse Maldives Topdeck Hotel and Hotel UI Inn Hulhumale, amongst others.
Food: Approx INR 1500-2000 ($23-30)
You can savour rich curries (known as Riha) made in coconut milk and a blended onion and herb paste. This is served with a flatbread called Roshi. You can also try local cuisines like a tuna broth or fish cake. And if money is not a constraint, book a table in underwater restaurants which will charge you a fortune but are surely a value for money.
Total trip cost for 4 days: INR 26000 (Travel) + INR 8000 (Stay) + INR 8000 (Food) + INR 10000 (Petty Cash & Shopping) = INR 52,000 (Approx. $ 802)
Read More: Places to eat in Maldives
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The most frequented area of Mauritius is its Northern zone, which is home to scintillating locations like Trou aux Biches, Balaclava, Grand Baie and Port Louis. Lodge yourself in West Mauritius to enjoy the rustic lifestyle or simply head east to enjoy a rather quaint and relaxed vacation. South, on the other hand, beckons you to enjoy great beaches and water sports.
Travel: Approx INR 41000 (€ 557) for a to-and-fro flight from Mumbai
From enjoying an aerial view in a helicopter and using local buses, to exploring the city on a bicycle or ferrying in boats, local transport in Mauritius is both accessible and affordable. You can manage your per day local travel in INR 1500 – 2000 (€ 21-27).
Stay: Approx INR 2000 – 3500 (€ 27 – 47) per night
Stay in Mauritius does pinch your pocket a bit. You can choose to stay in a beach resort or a pocket-friendly guest house. VillaOSoleil Apartments, Cocotiers Seaside Boutik Hotel, ONS Motel & Guest House Mauritius are some budget hotels in Mauritius to choose from.
Food: Approx INR 1900 (€ 20 – 25) per day
Be it Indian, Chinese, European or French, cuisine in Mauritius has it all. From local street food like dholl puri, or Indian sev for € 1-2 (75-150) or elaborate food platters costing around € 20 -25 (INR 1500-1900), options for food in Mauritius knows no bounds.
Total trip cost for 4 days: INR 26000 (Travel) + INR 8000 (Stay) + INR 7600 (Food) + INR 10000 (Petty Cash & Shopping) = INR 52,000 (Approx. € 705)
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With such unbelievably low prices, there’s nothing to hold you back from enjoying that dream vacation you’ve always yearned for. Book your tickets right away, we say!
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