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Cheapest destinations are possible in the americas, you can find very affordable travel and places to stay, food and trasportation, which make your trip low pressure and enjoy at maximum of the beauty of the region. A positively unforgettable experience can be achievebale if you just pick the right place to visit, plan your budget and check every disponibilities for teh cheapest.

If you’re dreaming of tropical beaches, vibrant cultures, and yummy menu without worring too much about your wallet, you’re in the right place to target your cheapest destinations in north or south america. Take a closer look at eight incredible and the cheapest destinations in Brazil, Mexico, the Dominican Republic, and other parts of Latin America and North America, to find out which suits your budget travel.

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Brazil:

Brazil (The Best Places To Visit In Brazil) is a country with plenty of affordable travel spots worth visiting and massive and rich land. Any type of trip is there; you can’t complain about anything. Vibrant cities like Salvador and Recife are cheaper than Rio or São Paulo and still have beautiful beaches, European and Afro-Brazilian culture and history, and amazing food. Talking about food, you can eat as much as you want for less than $6. Place to stay? No worries, hostels start from around $10 to $25 per night.

To be real here, the first thing that may come to mind is “Is it safe?” For Brazil, generally speaking, it is safe; however, crimes could happen depending on the region. Certainly major cities like Rio and São Paulo have regions with higher crime rates, like favelas (slums) in Rio and São Paulo, or northern states like Maranhão and parts of Amazonas, unless with a guide.

In general, be aware of using public transport at night or staying out at night and taking dark streets.

For transportation, Brazil has the most extensive public line, so take the bus or the metro; it is affordable and easy to get around. Taxis, however, like Uber, can be considered cheap for short distances.

Well, you get there without, I suppose, so if you have US or EU nationality, you don’t need to pay a penny. However, other nationalities may need to apply for a visa, which costs around $40–$50.

Canada:

Canada (Discover Canada) is not the place you may think for an affordable trip; you’re wrong. Just keep reading and plan wisely; it can be even cheaper than expected. The secret that everybody knows: go for small towns; don’t go to places like Vancouver and Toronto, and plan off-season travel.

Choose places like Montreal, Quebec, or the Canadian Rockies, perfect for camping. Late spring, April to June, and early fall, September and November, can be the best times to travel to Canada because the autumn there is full of spectacular colorful foliage, autumn festivals, and magical wildlife, and it will definitely be one of your favorite cheapest destinations.

Staying is cheap too; hostel beds start from $25 to $35 Canadian dollars, and motels or Airbnb options are available too if you like a little bit of luxury—you deserve it.

National parks, like Banff National Park, are amazing choices, with stunning nature without the big price tag. Notice that newcomers to Canada can benefit from free admission; see more here if you want, and take public transportation, please. Let’s say, for all that plus food for $5 to $16, the budget can be around $50 to $70 a day.

For families, Canada is considered one of the safest and most welcoming countries to visit in the Americas. It consistently ranks high in global safety worldwide, making it a top choice for travelers who prioritize safity in their travel. The Canadian government takes pride in its hospitality, and many programs are in place to support tourism, providing free or discounted admission to national parks and cultural sites for newcomers and new citizens. Cities like Montreal, Quebec and Ottawa are known for their charm, and friendly atmosphere.

That said, there are a some areas require caution, like the Downtown Eastside of Vancouver and certain parts of Toronto at night due to many homelessness related to drugs consumption. Not typically dangerous, just they may not offer the best choice for families, or solo women travelers.

Additionally, be very caution not by humans but of wildlife encounters in this beautiful nation, particularly in regions like the Canadian Rockies or Jasper National Park and Banff National Park and always follow the safety guidelines and check the news time to time.

In general, Canada is a perfect destination to unwind stress, the only serious thing you have to be afraid of is the cold weather. Wise planning and the right clothes and shoes, you will be all set to enjoy the beauty of this miraculous nature and rich culture.

The cost for a tourist visa for Canada depends on your nationality, like earlier with Brazil or any country you want to travel to. Only if you have US or EU nationality can you enter without a visa for up to 6 months, and it is always better to approach the country’s embassy by phone or email for exact info.

Dominican Republic:

Known for its magical resorts, pretty destination like this can’t be cheap, in your thinking only, if you avoid tourist heavy areas can be your recommendation of the cheapest destinations.

The Dominican Republic (Explore this Hidden Gem) offers low prices, especially in local areas like Punta Cana, Samaná, or Puerto Plata. Whether you look for beaches or hiking, camping, or stunning adventures, they’re waiting; you can’t miss them.

This beautiful land is a Caribbean paradise, but not like any Caribbean place where you have to put a fortune into enjoying your journey. The Dominican offers turquoise waters, white sand beaches, and tropical sunshine on the lowest budget.

For staying, it’s also affordable, with so many options you can choose from, from guesthouses, hostels, and motels from $20 to $30 per night, and most of the accommodations are often located near the beach, where you can take just a short walk to go to the beach, enjoying your breakfast in the early morning or having a peaceful walk. Without forgetting to mention the local people there, who are so friendly and polite without paying a penny.

Food there is itself an incredible experience, plus cheap, local restaurants and roadside shops and on the beaches too, wherever you find food in the Dominican, it is delicious. Try rice and beans with chicken and their famous dish, fresh seafood; all that is under $10.

Transportation! Easy, take “guaguas,” these local shared buses. One ticket for a few pesos can take you wherever you want, and they are an adventure in themselves! Taxis and motoconchos, the Spanish word for motorbike taxis, are also affordable if you want more space and peace.

The daily budget, all in all, is about $60 to $70 with some fun activities in this Caribbean gem.

The Dominican Republic is safe for tourists, especially where we mentioned before, plus Santo Domingo. Just avoid them and Puerto Plata and Boca Chica at night, and you will be just fine. Like any other place, be aware after sunset and avoid less populated areas.

A free visa is available for many countries, or it costs about $10 to $20.

Mexico:

Ooh, Mexico (Explore Best Places) is el cheapo gem. All you have to do is simply avoid high tourist attraction areas in the cities, which you can find out about in our post, and Puerto Escondido is perfect too for affordable travel. You can easily save money and spend like $30 to $40 per day, enjoying all the stunning nature, magic street food (there are healthy choices), and colorful culture. You’re not going to miss a thing.

Accommodation is budget-friendly, travelers like you will chose this excellent choice to save their money. Hostels from $10 to $25 per night are widely common in most cities, if you don’t mind a bed in a shared room of course, for a private room it’s available for a bit more cash, you don’t need it if you don’t have certain disabilities.

The great thing, is that the Wi-Fi is available and free, and some hostels offer organized tours with a guide which it’s amazing, you can explore more local activities. Posadas, guesthouses are available too for more comfy, often for low than $40 per night.

Food in Mexico is one of the best cuisine in the world, we’re talking of course about the street food. Stalls with delicious tacos, tamales, quesadillas, and more only for $2 to $6. Mexico food is not going to let down healthy traveler, there are plenty of fresh and veggies variety in the one meal. Go for local shops and restautents to get the real mexican vibe and the cheapest food.

Transportation is more than affordable, it is convenient and available, surprisingly taxis like Uber are somehow easy on your wallet for short distances. Cities like Guadalajara have the most low public transportation costs, with choices, metro lines, buses, taxis.

Generally safe, some areas in the north and parts of Sinaloa, Guerrero, Michoacán, Colima, Tamaulipas, may differ due to crimes there. Stick to well-known cities like Oaxaca, Mexico City, or Playa del Carmen.

Up to 180 days free visa, and still not expensive, is around $20 to $40.

The United States:

The US (Check the post for more inspiration) the most massive and diverse nation in the Americas has everything from landscapes to cities to urban areas. Whether planning for your family or solo or with friends, you made the perfect choice.

It is famous for tips, and everything includes taxes and is expensive; still yet, there is hope where you can find a penny-wise choice. Cities like New Orleans, Austin, Portland, or Seattle can surprisingly offer more affordable options than expected; just venture beyond the tourist gathering places. National parks, too, offer stunning natural beauty with low entrance fees.

Plus, flights to U.S. cities are often affordable, depending on where you’re traveling from.

From $30 to $50 a night for accommodation, hostels or Airbnb, and camping too, and it’s great because you can explore and enjoy the outdoor activities more. With food that can cost up to $10 to $25 with tips!, the cost can be around $50 to $90 per day. For transportation, surprisingly, renting a car is often the best option, especially for exploring national parks and rural areas.

Again, generally America is safe; crime rates are higher in big cities like Chicago, Detroit, Baltimore, New Orleans, and Los Angeles, which are expensive anyway, and certain neighborhoods.

Be cautious in: Public transport systems in big cities late at night.

Well, the real truth is here: the visa fee is typically around $160 if you’re not from an eligible country like the UK or Germany, mostly the EU countries.

Other Budget-Friendly Destinations in the Americas

Nicaragua:

Volcano hikes, colonial towns, and Pacific beaches, and one of the cheapest destinations compared to the neighbors. Daily expenses average from $30 to $45, with affordable stays around $8 to $15 per night and meals just $2 to $6. For transportation, public buses known as “Chicken buses” which you should find out more about if you are willing to go to Nicaragua, are very affordable and connect most towns and cities. For longer trips, intercity buses and shuttles are common and cost very little.

Safe for tourists, but caution must be present, however, especially here in urban areas and north Caribbean coast autonomous region. Political protests can happen too; just keep an eye on the news before going out, nothing serious.

Tips: Stick to tourist-friendly places like Granada, León, and San Juan del Sur.

Nicaragua allows free visas for almost all the countries, up to 90 days. For others, it may be around $10 and $18.

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Bolivia:

The super low-price country in South America is internationally one of the cheapest destinations. This budget-friendly option is located in South America. For $25 to $40 a day, you can have your dinner and your bed for under $10. For more choices, you can check Hostels websites. Moving around with public buses, as always, is the best choice, and shared taxis too.

It is safe for tourists somehow, maybe in the major tourist attraction spots like Uyuni and La Paz. Some areas near the border with Brazil and Peru have to be avoided. El Alto near La Paz at night is considered with higher crime rates.

For other nationalities than US or EU, the visa on arrival is also relatively cheap, around $30.

Guatemala:

$30 and $40 per day, people! Accommodations start around $15 for hostels and $3 to $6 for meals at local markets.
Chicken buses are here too, are widely used, and are very cheap, connecting most cities and towns, so don’t hesitate if you see a chicken bus. Taxis are also affordable and comfortable options. For the cheapest destinations, try Lake Atitlán.

Popular tourist attractions like Antigua, Lake Atitlán, and Tikal are safe; however, stay aware in certain urban and isolated places. Some parts of Guatemala City (Zones 3, 6, 18, 21), Quetzaltenango and Huehuetenango at night, and the borders with Honduras.

Guatemala offers visa-free to many countries up to 90 days.

What’s in Guatemala? Well, this very cheap country offers very rich natural beauty, history, and culture. Stay updated on our website; Guatemala is coming soon. Hiking in the mountains and lakes and the history of the Mayan ruins are affordable and enriching experiences for all types of travelers.

Which One Wins?

Without overstating, Bolivia and Nicaragua often come out on top. However, getting to these countries can be not very easy, like Mexico and Canada.

Considering all, each place has something unique; it depends on the kind of trip you’re looking for. For the cheapest destinations, Bolivia and Nicaragua come again; for more variety and convenient choices, North America and Mexico are affordable and fantastic experiences. Nevertheless, Brazil and the Dominican are in between.

Want more travel info for these countries?
Check out my full posts on the category Americas.

Conclo:

Exploring the Americas on a budget is not only possible but also incredibly provide teh best trip experience. From the vibrant and colorful streets of Mexico and Brazil to the natural wonders of the Dominican, there are limitless opportunities for adventure without emptying you bank account or be on debt.

Whether you’re looking for beaches, hiking, wealthy cultural history, the cheapest destinations in the Americas offer something for every body.

Choosing the right destination for you, planning your budget wisely, and stay informed about visa and safety, you can enjoy an unforgettable travel experience. Pack your cheap bag, pick your perfect cheap safe spot, and embark an adventure in the Americas!