Here's how to travel affordably and cheap
Cheap vacation trips are usually found in countries with lower prices according to the FOREX Vacation Index. Especially in Eastern Europe, parts of Asia and Africa, you can experience fantastic culture, nature and food - at a cost that is significantly lower than in Sweden.
The FOREX Vacation Index shows that popular countries such as France, Spain and Italy generally have a higher price level. However, this does not mean that it is expensive throughout the country - there are often affordable travel destinations outside the most tourist-dense regions.
To travel affordably and cheaper, a little research will go a long way to finding countries and areas with good prices for accommodation, food and activities. Keep track of your travel budget with a mix of cash travel currency for everyday payments and cards for larger expenses such as hotels. Use flight comparisons to find cheap tickets and book activities in advance. You can also read more about costs and price levels in different countries on our travel page.
Indices give a price indication
It is worth mentioning that even if a destination has a low index overall, some costs may still be higher compared to a country with a higher index. In India, for example, a fast food visit can cost more than it does in Malaysia, for example. This means that indices should only be seen as an indication of price levels.
An index shows a price trend and compares price levels over a certain period. This means that price changes on, for example, hotels, restaurant visits and taxis can affect the index over time.