by Vida G

Created on: August 02, 2008   Last Updated: August 15, 2008

The Four Best-Ever Destinations for the US Dollar

Want to get away? Tired of the usual tourist traps? Relax, your vacation starts right here. It's time to get away and you don't feel like spending hundreds of dollars on one room for one single night. You could go camping, but you've got this itch and you just need to get out of the country, but where? Where? It's okay, take a deep breath and read.

Prague, Czech Republic:

Home of Prague Castle, Lobkovic Palace and breath taking cathedrals designed in platedesque and gothic architecture, this fairy-tale city rich in culture and arts is sure to ignite romance between you and your loved-one.
The city has incredible scenery. The Vlatava River runs through the city and there are several bridges, giving you a Paris-like experience but at half the cost. In fact, while you're there, why don't you go visit the Petrin Lookout Tower which is a reduced-sized replica of the Eiffel Tower? Yes, a trip to "Little Paris" may just be the thing for you!

Cost:

Super inexpensive! Would you believe me if I told you, that there are several three star, single room hotels with countless amenities starting at 30 euros? Upgrades to double rooms are also available.

Bring: Warm Clothes!

Cambodia:

Find your inner Zen while visiting splendorous Buddhist temples. Even better enjoy massages and inner peace at relaxing spas in front of white sand beaches. No matter what your pleasure, Cambodia has something for you. From the southern beaches of Sihanouk and Kep to the northern temple of Angkor Wat (and all the other ones in between), you will instantly feel transported to another world.

Cost:
Find rooms starting at $4 in cities like Phnom Penh. In general, $25- up is more realistic. Keep in mind that $1 USD is equal to 4,132.85 Cambodian Riels. Ya, it's safe to say your dollar goes a long way there!
Bring:
Your bathing suit!

Jamaica:

Whether you want to visit Ocho Rios, Kingston or Montego, it's no secret that Jamaica offers luxury beaches and eternal relaxation. Visit Ocho Rios for Duty Free Shopping! Yay! Or go see the dolphins at the dolphin cove, or ride horses along the beach. Stay in
Montego for a wider variety of hotel prices, or get away from it all in Negril. Can you say "Relaxed"?

Cost:
Your dollar turns into 111.89 Jamaican Dollars.
Bring:
Your bathing Suit!

Buenos Aires, Argentina:

In Latin America, found in the mouth of Rio de la Plata which literally means River of Silver, Buenos Aires is rich with cultural diversity. Buenos Aires has an early Spanish, French and primarily Italian immigration history, which was followed by the...Japanese? Yes! See a replica of the statue of liberty made by French artist Bartholdi-yes, the same guy who made the U.S.'s version. Visit the Japanese Gardens (left as a symbolic "thank you" by the Japanese Immigrants). Check out the trendiest part of town- Palermo Hollywood. It's crazy full of nightclubs, tango-dancing hideouts, art galleries and restaurants! No matter what you decide to do, you will love your time in Buenos Aires!

Cost: Your dollar turns into 4.73 Argentinian Pesos. Find great deals starting around $40 USD!

Bring: Your camera and a bathing suit. Maybe something warm, when are you going?

Conclusion:
See? You don't have to check yourself into rehab (like so many famous stars do) just to get away from it all. Go do something different this year while you still have time! Satiate your urge and book the trip! With these great choices, you have no excuse not to!

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