Vietnam
Exchange rate: 1 USD = 23,244 VND
According to the 2019 Backpacker Index, Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi are two of the topmost affordable cities to visit this year. Visit the legendary Temple of Literature. Situated right outside the capital, it was constructed in the 11th century in order to honor Confucius. The entry fee is under $1 for adults. Children 15 and under are free. Ho Chi Minh City contains several war memorials and museums too.
Brazil
Exchange rate: 1 USD = 3.77 BRL
Here you can take a rainforest tour and party in Rio de Janeiro. Don’t miss exploring this iconic tourist stop and the world-famous Christ the Redeemer statue. Check out Iguacu Falls too. You’ll find it in the UNESCO-praised Iguacu National Park.
Adult admission is only $18. You can enjoy an inexpensive meal there for just $7.95. A mid-range full three-course dinner for two is about $32.
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