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Geplaatst op maandag 02 april 2018 @ 00:02 door Travelboy , 1393 keer bekeken

The US Dollar has weakened in 2017 against virtually every other currency in the world, so now the US is at least a bit cheaper for most people, including Canadians. We've updated and reranked out list for 2018 and there weren't many dramatic changes except for the Canadian cities now being more expensive in USD terms.

 

Inflation in the United States and Canada was very low again in 2017, so nominal prices haven't shifted much. There is some good news in hostel prices, especially in New York City, where some new and popular hostels have suddenly made that city more within reach of a typical backpacker

Again this year we included Mexico City on the South and Central America Index, and we put Cancun on the cheapest Caribbean destinations list because they fit those categories better.

How the Backpacker Index works

Prices for most things are fixed and certain, but prices for a “budget lunch” or a pint of beer can vary depending on whom you ask. Still, our estimates are based on a lot of research, and should be very close if not right on.

Costs for each city

  • One night in the cheapest bunk at the least expensive hostel with a good location and good reviews
  • Two public transportation rides per day
  • One paid/famous attraction per day (Every city is loaded with free things to do for budget-conscious travelers, but here we take the average cost of a major attraction in each city for each day.)
  • Three “budget” meals per day.
  • Three cheap, local beers each day as an “entertainment fund.” Non-drinkers might have dessert and coffee or attend a local music performance instead, so this is a general benchmark that should be proportional for each city.

 

Lees verder op: www.priceoftravel.com/2133/north-america-backpacker-index/


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