Need a holiday? These are the cheapest destinations this year
Ok, so you may have gone a *little bit* over budget this summer (what? the spicy margaritas were calling our names), but that doesn’t mean the jetting off has to stop anytime soon. Sure, your bank account might not extend to holidaying in the Maldives or booking a trip to Australia, but thankfully there’s plenty of cheap destinations we can visit with our remaining annual leave before the end of the year.
Earlier this year The Post Office revealed their annual report of the cheapest holiday destinations for 2024. These locations are based on eight tourist staples; the cost of a three-course evening meal for two including a bottle of house wine, a cup of coffee, a bottle of beer, a Coca-Cola, a glass of wine, a large bottle of water, sun cream and insect repellent. They used data from tourist boards and tour operators to compare average prices from 40 destinations across the world to determine the cheapest overall holiday destination.
So whether you need a quick city break to brush away the autumn cobwebs, or are in it for a long haul trip, these are the cheapest holiday destinations for 2024.
15. Montego Bay, Jamaica
Essentials total cost: £87.11
Best for: A week of relaxation in the sun
Currency: Jamaican Dollars or US Dollars
Flight time from London: 9 hours 50 minutes
While the flights to Jamaica aren't always on the cheap side, when there, the Caribbean island is pretty budget friendly, with plenty to keep you entertained from snorkelling, to great restaurants and some of the best beaches you'll ever see.
14. Costa del Sol, Spain
Essentials total cost: £81.45
Best for: A girl's trip
Currency: Euros
Flight time from London: 2 hours 50 minutes
Looking to relax, drink all the piña coladas and soak up the sun? Then head to the Costa del Sol, well known by Brits for providing guaranteed fun weeks in the sun, which includes the towns of Malaga, and Marbella.
13. Delhi, India
Essentials total cost: £77.84
Best for: A bucket list trip
Currency: Indian Rupee
Flight time from London: 8 hours 35 minutes
A trip to India is often on a lot of people's bucket list and thankfully a trip to Delhi, doesn't have to break the bank. There's plenty to keep you entertained for a trip just to Delhi or you could incorporate it as part of a wider trip to India.
12. Phuket, Thailand
Essentials total cost: £77.77
Best for: A bit of everything
Currency: Thai Bhat
Flight time from London: 13 hours 25 minutes
Stunning beaches, historic temples, delicious food buzzing night life and island hopping tours. Do you really need another reason to not book that flight to Phuket?
11. Penang, Malaysia
Essentials total cost: £77.77
Best for: Culture obsessives and foodies
Currency: Malaysian ringgit
Flight time from London: 15 hours 20 minutes
Penang is on the north west of Malaysia, and it's city George Town is so rich in cultural history it's been named as a UNESCO World Heritage site. You can explore more of Malaysia's history by visiting the many temples, or get closer to nature with a trip to the National Park.
10. Paphos, Cyprus
Essentials total cost: £73.32
Best for: A week of relaxation in the sun
Currency: Euros
Flight time from London: 4 hours 35 minutes
Looking for a mix of history and a big dose of relaxing by the beach? Then head to Paphos to explore its old town and some of the oldest churches in the world, before spending a lot of time by the beach, soaking in the sun or taking a boat trip.
9. Marmaris, Turkey
Essentials total cost: £66.07
Best for: A girl's trip
Currency: Lira
Flight time from London: 4 hours 5 minutes
Marmaris is known for its nightlife, making it an ideal location for a much needed break with your girls. And if you're not up for all nighters then there's still so much to explore with boat trips, mud baths, the Marmaris castle and ancient ruins.
8. Kuta, Bali
Essentials total cost: £63.31
Best for: A week of relaxation in the sun
Currency: Indonesia Rupiah
Flight time from London: 16 hours 35 minutes
Kuta is on the south of Bali, and is a great place to head if you're keen for a good surfing holiday or wanting to relax at some of the best beaches in the world. It's also ideal for partying and nightlife.
7. Sunny Beach, Bulgaria
Essentials total cost: £62.49
Best for: A week of relaxation in the sun
Currency: Bulgarian LEV
Flight time from London: 3 hours 25 minutes
Often featuring on our list of cheapest holiday destinations, Sunny Beach is situated on Bulgaria's Black Sea coast. As well as ideal for a week of relaxing by the beach or the pool, if you go further inland there's a go kart track, water park and paint balling to keep you occupied.
6. Sharm el-Sheikh, Egypt
Essentials total cost: £61.37
Best for: A week of relaxation in the sun
Currency: Egyptian Pound
Flight time from London: 5 hours 25 minutes
This Egyptian resort town is situated between the desert of the Sinai Peninsula and the Red Sea. Full of five star resorts that won't break the bank, it's the perfect place to get a luxury feel without worrying about splashing the cash.
5. Algarve, Portugal
Essentials total cost: £59.69
Best for: A week of relaxation in the sun
Currency: Euros
Flight time from London: 2 hours 55 minutes
The Algarve has long been popular as a holiday destination, and for good reason. It's hot, full of stunning beaches and the food is incredible. What more could you want?
4. Tokyo, Japan
Essentials total cost: £59.05
Best for: Culture obsessives and foodies
Currency: Yen
Flight time from London: 13 hours 55 minutes
We know, we're surprised to see Tokyo on this list too, but it is possible to do a trip to this incredible city on a budget. You need at least four to five days in Tokyo to explore it's interesting mix of traditional and ultra modern. Add to your list of things to do visiting the temples, the national gardens, eating at hole in the wall spots, and go on a walking tour.
3. Mombasa, Kenya
Essentials total cost: £54.93
Best for: A bit of everything
Currency: Kenyan Shilling
Flight time from London: 11 hours 5 minutes
With a rather long flight, you're going to want to maximise your time in Mombasa. And it's a good thing there's a lot to pack in while there. From safaris, to snorkelling above coral reefs, to UNESCO-listed towns, we're booking that flight right now.
2. Cape Town, South Africa
Essentials total cost: £54.93
Best for: A bit of everything
Currency: South African Rand
Flight time from London: 11 hours 35 minutes
There's so much to do in Cape Town, if you can we'd suggest spending at least a week to two. From visiting Table Mountain (whether that's walking or taking the cable car), to taking a trip to the stunning beaches or unpacking the local history in the many museums. There's also vineyards to be toured and excellent restaurants to try, and plenty of gorgeous hotels to relax in.
1. Hoi An, Vietnam
Essentials total cost: £54.93
Best for: Culture obsessives and foodies
Currency: Vietnamese Dong
Flight time from London: 15 hours 30 minutes
And the cheapest holiday destinations for 2024 is Hoi An, in Vietnam. The city is on the central coast of Vietnam and is filled with canals that wind their way through the city. It's steeped in history, with many temples, and incredible architecture that you won't want to miss out on. Oh and of course the food.
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