5 Epic Travel Spots That Are A Great Deal Right Now

When you vacation on a budget, it’s important to make every trip worth its cost. Getting priced out or ripped off is not an option.

That’s why we’re very happy to have discovered the Vox Vacation Index, which ranks the relative value of the American dollar at this moment in 48 popular travel destinations around the world. The index is updated daily with both exchange and local inflation rates to make sure travelers can always see where they’ll get the most bang for their buck abroad. (It’s “not ‘Is France cheap?’” as Vox explains, “but ‘Is France cheaper than it was a year ago?’”)

Current standings put the U.K. at the top of the list, likely because of the Brexit’s effect on local economies. Mexico, which is home to some stunning hidden beaches, and Argentina, which is known for its sprawling national parks, are great values right now, too.

All you’ll need is a cheap flight to let your wanderlust take control. Take a deeper dive into Vox’s value index here, and check out the 5 best countries for a vacation deal right now below:

5. Poland

Don’t miss Warsaw, an inexpensive but culturally rich city with lots to see and do. Krakow ― an underrated option for many travelers ― and plenty of quaint farm towns await visitors off the beaten path, too.

4. China

The coastal city of Shanghai is home to a particularly stellar restaurant scene and a new Disney park. Daredevil travelers can try their hand at challenging mountain hikes and China’s dramatic glass bridges ― if they’re in working order, that is.

3. Argentina

High-altitude vineyards take wine tasting to new heights, while stunning desert salt flats stay pleasantly tourist-free. In Buenos Aires, subway transportation, waterfront walks and snacks from fresh fruit stands make exploring especially cheap.

2. Mexico

Make a beeline for Tulum, where ancient ruins sit right on the warm Caribbean coast. Getting around Mexico is easy when some of the top attractions are natural wonders, from beaches to natural swimming holes.

1. The United Kingdom

Scope out hidden spots between London’s biggest sights, or head to a charming British village for some proper R&R. And don’t forget Scotland’s dramatic Isle of Skye, where the little town of Portree hides a picturesque row of rainbow houses.