(VOVWORLD) - Three of Vietnam’s most popular tourist hotspots broke into the list of 10 most affordable destinations in Asia, with Hanoi gracing the top.
 An aerial view of Hanoi at sunset (Photo: Shutterstocks/hoangduy) |
Backpackers need only 18.3 USD in Vietnam’s capital, according to the 2020 Backpacker Index compiled by Alpha Travel Insurance, a leading British provider of low cost holiday insurance. The index released this week ranked major cities in the region based on the minimum budget travelers would need for a day to cover accommodation, transport, meals, drinks and attractions.
Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam’s southern metropolis, came third, with daily expenses estimated at more than1 9 USD while ancient town Hoi An in central Quang Nam province ranked sixth at more than 21 USD. Lao capital Vientiane was second on the list.
(Source: VnExpress/VOVWORLD)