A monthly budget of $1,500 goes a very long way in several countries around the world — including rent, food, transport and entertainment.

Our top picks

  1. Vietnam — cities like Da Nang and Ho Chi Minh City
  2. Thailand — Chiang Mai remains a classic
  3. Colombia — Medellín is a favourite
  4. Georgia — Tbilisi offers visa-free stays
  5. Egypt — extraordinary value
  6. Bolivia — among the cheapest on earth
  7. Morocco — Essaouira is a hidden gem

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