Budget Travel

Both are tropical, affordable, and packed with things to do. But they offer genuinely different experiences. Here’s the real comparison to help you decide.

Typical 2026 Vietnam costs: $30-50 a day backpacker, $80-150 mid-range, plus the $25 e-visa that Israeli travellers need.

Iceland has a reputation for being absurdly expensive. A beer costs $12. A basic hotel room costs $180. A sandwich at a gas station costs $15.

Portugal has been climbing every “best value” list for a decade, and in 2026 it still delivers.