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Incredibly diverse assets for a reasonable price ... Ten destinations for the best value for money.
1 Iceland
Fashionable destination, the Iceland seduced by its beautiful scenery: majestic glaciers, deserted black sand beaches, hot springs, geysers, active volcanoes, towering mountains and vast lava fields. A beauty worthy of a postcard. But this island where the sun never seems to sleep summer has other advantages: a fascinating history, lively traditions and a renowned music scene, especially in Reykjavik, vibrant and welcoming city, famous for its nightlife. All this without counting the many outdoor activities available: whale watching, swimming, fishing and diving ...
If you are not cautious, traveling in Iceland hitchhiking and by camping: you will definitely get your money.
2 Japan
Discover restaurants, karaoke rooms, bars and clubs of Tokyo or stroll quietly through the streets: the thousand occupations offered by the capital sufficient to distract the 270 days, without necessarily spending a lot of money. The consumer culture here reaches heights, but the city is also known to present a more traditional face: streets lined with stalls selling noodles, onsen (hot springs) ... From multiple universes coexist, and you come across as many older Japanese women in traditional and adolescents in crazy outfits costume.
If you stay longer than a month, a pension (minshuku) will cost about 40,000 yen / month (325 euros). The site www.japanguide.com in many surveys.
3 Costa Rica
Country without an army, the Costa Rica apart is in the turbulent Central America. A pioneer in the field of ecology, it ensures the preservation of wildlife (monkeys, lizards, frogs, exotic birds and insects) inhabit its lush jungles: nearly 27% of its territory were classified protected areas. In addition to numerous (and huge) national parks, it has volcanoes, splendid beaches, surf spots and sites suitable for hiking and rafting. Its people are very friendly and the coffee is particularly good. There are also off Isla del Coco one of the most beautiful dive sites in the world.
Costa Rica has 161 protected areas, including 25 national parks ( www.costarica-nationalparks.com ).
4 Nicaragua
The largest country in Central America, Nicaragua, remains curiously untouched by mass tourism. Many travelers still perceive as a risky destination, while the conflict that has long agitated is well and truly over. Its protected parks, nature reserves, its towering volcanoes and vast tracts of rainforest have however already attracted many hikers. Its lovely colonial towns and beautiful beaches dotted with surf and diving among other assets. And the prices are very reasonable ...
By land, you enter Nicaragua from Costa Rica or Honduras.
5 Dominican Republic
The Dominican Republic , they are beaches, worthy of the most beautiful tropical islands, but also a mountainous hinterland, conducive to wildlife viewing, hiking and rafting. A more explosive cocktail especially as often prevails in the country a party atmosphere, whether during surf championships, the many manifestations of neighborhood or two major annual carnivals. Its capital, Santo Domingo, has kept his past a Spanish colony quaint Art Deco architecture that is reminiscent of Cuba.
A good restaurant meal will cost you less than $ 5 a hotel in Samana US about $ 20 night. More information www.dominicanrepublic-guide.info .
6 Ethiopia
The Ethiopia , the birthplace of humanity, invites a long time travel. This is where Lucy was discovered, our distant ancestor, aged three million years. The remains of the skeleton are preserved in the National Museum in Addis Ababa. Probably because he has not experienced colonization briefly, the country has managed to preserve its cultural heritage - the North is so strewn with Christian monuments of the fourth century. It is further distinguished by the diversity of its ecosystems - deciduous forest foliage and persistent, extensive desert scrub, wetlands and grasslands, plus rugged mountains crisscrossed by countless hiking trails The National Museum is located between. Arat Kilo Avenue and the building of the third round of the University of Addis Ababa.
7 Laos
Relatively protected from foreign influences, Laos Calls to succumb to the charms of Asia millennium, the plains of the Mekong to the rugged peaks of the Annamese. The south of the country, long isolated, has become much more accessible since the opening of the border between the central Vietnam. The country has countless ancient temples and monasteries, while its virgin forests will satisfy lovers of ecotourism, which will be able to indulge in it caving and kayaking.
Earn Laos by boat from Thailand: Chiang Khong (near Chiang Mai), count 2 days cruise on the Mekong River to reach Luang Prabang.
8 Ukraine
Now discount the suffering endured during his long Soviet experience and the tragic disaster at Chernobyl, the Ukraine finally saw brimming with contagious enthusiasm. The country has much to offer, in the frenzied atmosphere of the capital, Kiev, to the Crimean coast, on the shores of the Black Sea, to the hiking trails of the Carpathians, known for their wildlife, not to mention jewels of Gothic and Byzantine architecture, or the restaurants and bars at low prices. The more intrepid can don a protective suit and browse the post-apocalyptic landscapes of the Chernobyl nuclear power plant.
Chernivtsi region looks like a festival on 13 and 14 January on the occasion of the celebration of Malanka and St. Basil. The most impressive event is held in the village of Vashkivtsi.
9 Jordan
Tucked in the middle of the desert and sometimes difficult to access, Petra, Jordan , is undoubtedly one of the finest archaeological treasures of the planet. People of all backgrounds are moving and the wonder is still waiting for you. Other Jordanian wonders not to be missed: a sunset in the romantic "Moon Valley" (Wadi Rum) as rented by Lawrence of Arabia or a soothing bath in exceptionally saline waters of the Dead Sea.
Not to ruin in costly thermal centers, just go to the beach! Spend at least two days to visit Petra: it deserves.
Petra, Jordan. Rita Willaert
10 Uruguay
Caught between two giants, Argentina and Brazil, Uruguay is nevertheless managed to forge its own identity. This peaceful destination offers a true respite from the hustle and bustle of Buenos Aires or Rio. Let yourself be tempted by the lovely colonial cities, beautiful beaches and unspoiled beauty of its natural scenery. As for activities, you will be spoiled for choice: hiking, horseback riding, fishing, cycling, whale watching ... For a trendier atmosphere, rendezvous on the peninsula of Punta del Este, a seaside resort known that attracts all year revelers and celebrities from Latin America. Punta del Este is a 2 hour drive from Montevideo.
Visit the region between December and February summer. It is cooler on the beach the rest of the year.
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