Cheap Travel Spots For the Falling Dollar - Part 1
1. Bali
The dollar remained steady against the Indonesian rupiah over the past year, that makes Bali has become one of the best island values in Asia. Luxury bungalows in lush hillsides cost around $100 to $200 a night. Catch shadow-puppet performances for free or a small donation. Half-hour massages typically cost less than $15.
2. Argentina
Buenos Aires is considered the Paris of South America. It was dramatically makeover since the 2001 collapse of the Argentine peso but the tourist attractions are still very affordable. Chic hotel rooms, nights out partying and fabulous food and wine cost half what they do across the Atlantic.
3. Costa Rica
Americans now have about a third more buying power in this natural wonderland than they did five years ago - a dollar equals around 500 Costa Rican colones today vs. 360 then. You can explore beaches good for surfing, then go snorkeling in coral reef-filled bays. Don’t miss the rainforests, which teem with wildlife.
4. Mexico
With the peso/ dollar exchange rate unchanged over the last two years, Mexico remains a prime bargain destination. Mexico City is booming with new museums, a historical architectural revival and a vibrant music and arts scene. Entry to the city’s huge Museum of Modern Art, where you can see works by Frida Kahlo and Diego Rivera, is cheap.
