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‘Affordable’ alternatives to expensive holiday destinations

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We all know travelling abroad doesn’t come cheap. From Paris to New York, many iconic locations draw millions of tourists annually and are fixtures on many holidaygoers’ bucket lists. 

But these often also come with a high price tag. However, if you want to bag a bargain, what are some alternative destinations that offer a similar experience?

Experts at Compare the Market have analysed over 30 popular holiday destinations based on factors such as the average cost of accommodation, dining, and entertainment, to determine the most expensive. 

The team then researched affordable alternative options for the 10 priciest locations that offer a similar experience and revealed how much people could save.

The 10 most expensive popular holiday destinations, according to Compare the Market: 

7.  Ibiza, Spain

Total daily cost (per person) – £324

Dupe destination – Budva, Montenegro

Total daily cost (per person) – £167

Potential savings – £157

Percent savings – 48 percent

(Image: Getty)

Panoramic Aerial view of Central Park with Manhattan skyline,..

6. New York, US

Total daily cost (per person) – £342

Dupe destination – Montreal, Canada

Total daily cost (per person) – £171

Potential savings – £171

Percent savings – 50 percent 

(Image: Getty)

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