Believe it or not, this year is the year that will provide us with some of the biggest surprises, from amazing events to the biggest discounts. So, that being said, you can start planning your next vacation as soon as possible, because this year it’s going to be about traveling all over the world.

Travel experts say that there are some amazing but cheaper destinations to visit this year than they were in the last decade. From low-cost flights to budget hotels, these must-see places will help you make the best memories ever. 

So, read on and find the most beautiful destinations that you can pay a visit to without breaking the bank!

Vienna

If you haven’t visited Austria then this year may be the time! Vienna is the capital of Austria and it is one of the most imperial and grand cities in the world. The capital has centuries of tradition as the residence of the imperial family of Habsburg.

Crossed by the Danube, the city enchants you with its magnificent buildings, imposing palaces and cathedrals, modern architecture, and a rich cultural scene, emanating charm and a specific atmosphere. A vacation in Vienna can cost significantly less than it has cost over the years. 

Places you can visit there include Schonbrunn Palace, Belvedere Palace, Hofburg Palace, Stephansdom Cathedral, Vienna State Opera, Museum District, Schonbrunn Zoo, and Mozart Museum.

Geneva

Geneva is a cosmopolitan city in Switzerland, named by some the “city of peace”. This city astounds its guests every time with its elegance and refinement. 

Beyond the multitude of luxury hotels, banks, and branded shops, you will discover a glamorous Geneva that has an impressively decorative and artistic feel to it. Nevertheless, visiting this city will be cheaper this year, than it was a few years ago.  

You will have to put it on your bucket list because Geneva is an important Swiss and European cultural center with amazing restaurants and unlimited recreational opportunities for visitors of all ages.

Places you can visit there include The Old City of Geneva or Vieille Ville, Patek Philippe Museum, Ariana Museum, and Mont-Saleve.

Hanoi

Hanoi is the capital of Vietnam and also its second-largest city, a fascinating mix between Eastern and Western traditions. 

The city is suitable for visitors of all ages, Hanoi being the ideal place for young people, families with children and even the elderly. The streets of the city are a real treasure, at every step you will find museums, vestiges and surprising green spaces.

Places you can visit there include Hanoi Old Town, Hoan Kiem Lake, the Temple of Literature, Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, Vietnam Museum of Ethnology, Hoa Lo The Prison Museum and more.

Detroit

Detroit, the largest city of Michigan, is on the northwestern shore of the Detroit River and Lake St. Clair, between Lake Huron and Lake Erie. Downtown Detroit is on the water’s edge and is full of things to do, as well as interesting restaurants, shops, and neighborhoods such as Greektown for you to explore.

Places you can visit there include the Detroit Institute of Arts, Motown Museum, Ford Piquette Avenue Platform, Detroit Historical Museum, The Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History, Henry Ford Estate and Historic Fort Wayne.

Brisbane

Brisbane is Australia’s third-largest city, but unfortunately not the sunniest. It is located in the subtropical regions of south-east Queensland, 25 km upstream of the Brisbane River. 

Brisbane has become a bustling cosmopolitan city with some interesting districts, street cafes, a huge river park, a glamorous cultural calendar, and vibrant nightlife.

Brisbane is surrounded by major tourist destinations, which offer plenty of excursion options where locals and tourists can enjoy the diverse scenery. 

If you visit Moreton Bay and its small islands they offer an excellent range of water sports. The Pacific Highway will take you south to the Gold Coast and their popular beaches for surfing. North of Brisbane is Redcliffe, boasting tropical forests and picturesque landscapes from Pine Rivers and Caboolture to the majestic Glasshouse Mountains.

Singapore

Singapore has been described as a playground for the rich, and it is true that the small city-state has a certain glow. But Singapore offers more than high-end malls, luxury hotels, and fine restaurants. Nevertheless, this year it will be accessible for budgets large and small. 

They also have a fascinating history with many diverse ethnic villages to discover, along with many family attractions and wonderful public spaces that make visiting this slightly futuristic city worthwhile. 

Places you can visit there include Marina Bay Sands, the Gulf Gardens, National Orchid Garden, Jurong Bird Park, Orchard Road, Raffles Hotel Singapore, the Chinese Heritage Center and Buddha Tooth Relic temple.

Bangkok

The city of Bangkok is – without a doubt – one of the friendliest places for tourists from all over the world. Much of the rising GDP of this country depends entirely on its tourism industry. Bangkok is the capital and largest city of Thailand. 

Thai cuisine is world-famous and one of the reasons people visit Thailand is to taste what the country has to offer. It proudly offers five distinct categories of taste, which include spicy, salty, sour, sweet and bitter. The Thai food menu is based on rice and a recent study has shown that there are more than 5000 different varieties of Thai rice. So you’ll definitely be spoiled for choice!!!

Places you can visit there include Grand Palace & Wat Pra Kaew, Wat Pho temple, Wat Arun Temple, Lumphini Park, the Royal Palace, and more.

Budapest

Budapest is the capital and the most populous city in Hungary. This city is also one of the most charming cities in eastern Europe. 

With numerous green parks full of natural beauty, museums that inspire you and vibrant nightlife, the charm of this city are appreciated by the numerous tourists who choose it as a holiday destination, almost 20 million a year. People who visit it are instantly seduced by the hospitality of the locals and the many memorable monuments that are spread across this amazing city. 

Places you can visit there include the Parliament Palace, Buda Castle, Fisherman’s Bastion, Matyas Church, Heroes Market and the Millennium Monument, Thermal baths and more.