Do you have to travel on a college budget? That is not a problem in 2020-2021, and here is why. Because of the COVID-19 pandemic, the tourism industry will lose almost 35% from the previous year. That is why many companies in this sphere will have to cut prices, offering cheaper trips.
Some travel destinations will remain cheap, while others will have to reduce prices for tourists. We will cover the top travel destinations for students in 2020-2021.
Amsterdam
Despite the piquant details, this city in the Netherlands is a perfect destination for students from the US. Western European countries usually offer an expensive vacation. However, some countries and particular cities might be an exception. One of them is this capital.
The Netherlands, as the country, has a lot to offer to the brave and enthusiastic travelers. Most of the long flights over the continent take place in Amsterdam (or its airport serves as the transition point). You will easily find plenty of flights to this city at any time of the year. Schiphol is the main Euro hub (it is the local airport). Some of the city’s attractions arrive at no charge:
- Walking tours
- Gigs and events
- Canal cruises
- Museums
We recommend avoiding touristic agencies when planning your trip to the Netherlands. It is possible to find way better and cheaper offers on your own. It is friendly to the wallet.
Madrid
Even though most experts in tourism recommend visiting Barcelona and Catalonia in general, arguing that Spanish capital is less breathtaking, Madrid can still be a perfect stop for an average student looking for nightlife, entertainment, and attractions. This location is a perfect place for larks (meaning those guys who go to bed late and rise late). The lunch alone is available only starting from 4 p.m.
Most of the clubs are opened until the sunrise. Madrid is home to scores of restaurants, casinos, and concert halls. You can find gigs for all music tastes. The bars are full of menus of all types. As for your excellent wake-up, experts recommend having the local breakfast made of churros with chocolate for breakfast.
London
Perhaps, you’ve all heard that song with the words, “London Bridge is falling down, falling down, falling down…” Samuel Johnson used to admit that people who get tired of the UK capital get tired of life, too. This location is a must-see place for people interested in music, as it is the heart of many genres of rock and heavy metal legends.
A melting pot of cultures is one of the main reasons to attend this city. There are many hot spots to view. Do not forget to dedicate some time to such places of sightseeing as:
- Oxford Street
- Buckingham Palace
- Piccadilly Circus
- Tower
- Brick Lane
- Southbank
Among the most famous shopping malls, one can name Spitalfields and Portobello. The city is also renowned for its atmospheric pubs and cafes. We recommend attending Irish pubs to feel the culture. Once again, even such options as London will become more affordable within the next couple of years due to the range of changes, as can be seen from this Forbes article.
Morocco
Yes, we’ll say a few words about the entire country, not just parts of it, as it is hard to choose one. This country became widely famous after “The Clone” series premiere. It has most of the tourists from Latin America every year. This region of Northern Africa contains the entire coloring of the Arabic culture. When choosing the right place to visit in this country, come up with a table with the pros and cons and prices for different hotels and attractions (or ask for Excel homework help to speed up the process).
It is impossible to ignore the beauty of Essaouira with its amazing opportunities for windsurfing. The local touristic agencies sell tickets for different excursions that cost way less than in Egypt. One of the most popular destinations is the Sahara Desert, the largest one in the world. It is an opportunity to see places where “Star Wars” were filmed.
Except for sightseeing, tourists can try camel and jeep riding. Another option is star-gazing. One more place of interest is the Atlas Mountains. You’ll enjoy the craggy mountain passes. Do not forget to take your camera and take some cool pics during your trip!
Albania
One of the poorest European countries still can boast magnificent nature and places of sightseeing. Besides, at any time, you can cross borders to see Macedonia or Montenegro – two other beautiful countries with plenty of water and mountain chains. Albania might belong to the undeveloped countries, but the local tourism is at the same level as Greek and Italian.
An average student would love Albania and almost see no difference with Italy and other more popular yet expensive regions. The remains of ancient empires can be discovered in Albania, and that is a great advantage for students interested in history, anthropology, and geography. There are many cheap hotels and hostels there. The country used to share culture and history with Ancient Greece and Rome. The best yet affordable beaches are located in the Southern part of Albania (a.k.a. Albanian Riviera).