Who doesn’t want to have a few easy-to-go trips in life? Once you have the idea of starting, you can set off in the shortest possible time. I don’t care about visas, air tickets, exchange rates, and annual leave. As long as I like it, I will travel. It’s best to enjoy high-quality and cheap services... Such a heroic idea is difficult to find in European and American destinations. Realize, but our friendly neighboring ASEAN countries can give us unlimited temptations. First of all, air tickets are not expensive, and you can get a big promotional price at any time. Visas are also easy to apply for, not to mention the exchange rate. Basically, one RMB can be exchanged for a bunch of local currencies. You can have a lot of fun traveling for four or five days without having to worry about spending your annual leave. With such a cost-effective trip, isn’t it just a matter of time? !
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Cambodia
Photo by Liu Xingtong of Angkor Wat in Cambodia
Exchange rate comparison
Cambodia’s own economic strength is not strong, and the consumption level of local residents is not high. Calculated at the current exchange rate, 1 RMB ≈ 668 Cambodian riel, that is to say, it only costs more than one hundred RMB can be exchanged for a thick wad of 100,000 riel, and RMB 1,500 can make you a local millionaire.
The most widely used local currency is the US dollar. It is recommended to bring more US dollars in small denominations to make shopping more convenient.
Travel expenses
Cambodia’s tourism industry is developed, and there are hotels of various prices and grades. Usually, cheap hotels with acceptable surroundings start from 60,000 riel. If shared between two people, it is equivalent to as low as RMB 50 per day. But be careful to choose a safe and regular hotel. When tipping at a hotel, $1 is usually enough.
Many tourist attractions in Cambodia are open to the public for free, such as the quiet Kampot and the charming Sihanoukville. You can visit them at will, which greatly saves travel costs.
In terms of food, a cup of freshly squeezed juice costs about 5,000 riel, which is cheaper than in China. You can also eat affordable and delicious Chinese food in Phnom Penh. The cheaper dishes are around 4,000-12,000 riel, and a plate of fried rice is about 3,000 riel, which is equivalent to RMB 5. Since it was a French colony, the French restaurants in Cambodia are also relatively authentic. The per capita consumption of the famous luxury French restaurant FCC is about 60,000 riel, which is also much cheaper than in China.
Photo by Liu Xingtong of the Grand Palace in Phnom Penh, Cambodia
Local consumption level
Buying a house and a car in Cambodia is astonishingly cheap - you can buy a three-story finely decorated building in the city for US$100,000, but you have to buy a car that is 80% new Used Mercedes Benz for only $10,000.
Of course, what is more practical for tourists is daily consumption items. Basically, you only need to pay 1,000-2,000 riel for many purchases (such as street snacks and specialty snacks), and the other party will be very happy. This is only equivalent to Two or three yuan in RMB. All kinds of fresh tropical fruits only cost a few thousand riel per kilogram, so it’s a waste if you don’t eat enough.
Spending money in the bar street of Siem Reap is so cheap that you will feel that domestic bars are simply too profitable. Ordering a large glass of local Angkor beer usually only costs $1.
In Cambodia, it generally only costs 20,000 riel to watch local dances, and it only costs 20,000 riel to watch a movie in a sweet box for two, which is equivalent to more than thirty yuan in RMB.
Travel Consumption Recommendation
Angkor attractions passes are divided into one-day tickets for US$20, three-day tickets for US$40, and one-week tickets for US$60. Usually a three-day itinerary is just right. Compared with domestic attractions, it can be said to be very value for money.
Cambodians have very unique strong tastes. Fried black spiders are a must-try. After bargaining, a pound is only 500 riel. If you are brave enough, you must try it.
Locally made wide culottes are a must-buy for tourists. They feel great when you wear them when going to the market. Each pair only costs 3-5 US dollars. Locally produced silverware and wood and stone souvenirs are also very cheap. Wood carvings cost about 80,000 riel, and silverware generally costs around 8,000-40,000 riel.
Ride an elephant through the jungle
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Myanmar
Shwedagon Pagoda in Yangon, Myanmar
Exchange rate comparison
Based on the current exchange rate, 1 RMB ≈ 160 MMK, and only 6,200 RMB is needed to exchange for about 1 million. Burmese dollar.
You need to bring U.S. dollars with you when going to Myanmar. Local accommodation, tickets, and air tickets must be paid in U.S. dollars. Buses and other scattered expenses must be in local currency.
Myanmar Floating Market
Travel Expenses
In Myanmar, a hotel with breakfast for two and hot water is generally priced at 15,000-30,000 MMK per night, which is not high. Tickets for local scenic spots are generally US$2-5. Among them, the Shwedagon Pagoda that costs US$5 can also be visited for free at the Mahawizaya Pagoda, and the Yangon city-circling train only costs US$1. The pass prices are higher, the Mandalay and Bagan passes are 10 US dollars each, and the Inle pass is 5 US dollars.
In terms of transportation, chartering a taxi generally costs 30,000 MMK/day, chartering a carriage for three hours costs 2,500-5,000 MMK/person, renting a bicycle costs about 1,500 MMK/day per person, and Inle Lake chartering a boat costs 3,000-4,000 MMK per person.
Local consumption level
Myanmar’s food consumption is at a medium to low level. Generally speaking, a dish costs about 1,500-3,500 kyat, and 6,000-9,000 kyat a day can fill your stomach. The famous fish soup noodles only cost 500 kyat for a bowl.
If you drink beer in a bar, it is more affordable, usually around 3,000 kyats. The price of foreign wine is relatively high.
Mandalay is the hometown of puppets. If you want to watch a unique puppet show and learn about Myanmar myths, stories, customs and customs, you can come to the famous Mandalay Puppet Theater to watch a one-hour wonderful show. The ticket price is 5,000 Myanmar kyats.
Watching movies in Myanmar generally only costs 125-200 Myanmar kyats, which is less than 1 yuan!
Travel consumption recommendation
You can buy long skirts with ethnic characteristics in Myanmar. The ones worn by men are called Longji, which cost 4,000-8,000 Myanmar kyats each, and the ones worn by women, which are called Temin, cost 6,000-10,000 Myanmar kyats.
Burmese jade is very famous. Mandalay has the largest jade market in Myanmar, and Burmese jade worth more than 1,000 yuan is usually very good.
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Thailand
exchange rate comparison
At present, the exchange rate of RMB to Thai baht is about 5.103. RMB 100 can be exchanged for 510 baht. It only takes 190,000 RMB to become a millionaire in Thailand.
Travel expenses
In Thailand, an ordinary hotel costs about 100 yuan per night. Compared with many domestic tourist cities, the cost is much more affordable. Even island accommodation is not very expensive. Taking Phuket as an example, the cost of an ordinary island hotel starts at about 500 baht. The seafood barbecue on the island is also very friendly to the people. You can buy a grilled fish for 80 baht, which is equivalent to 15 yuan.
Local consumption level
The price of fast food in Thailand is 30-35 baht (RMB 6-7 yuan) per serving, which is basically the same price across the country. Whether it is in small towns in remote areas or restaurants in the capital Bangkok airport, the prices are almost the same.
A simple meal in a restaurant in Bangkok costs about 200 baht per person, which is about more than 40 yuan. The subway starts from 20 baht, renting a motorcycle is 150 baht/day, and renting a car is 800 baht/day. The starting price of a taxi in Bangkok is RMB 7, and local fish, seafood, and fruits are relatively cheap.
Prices in Chiang Mai are lower than in Bangkok. The price of one kilogram of fruit is about: 25 baht for rambutan, 35 baht for mangosteen, and 20 baht for grapefruit, which is equivalent to only 3-5 yuan per catty in RMB. The buffet lunch at a five-star hotel in Chiang Mai costs 200-300 baht, equivalent to RMB 40-55.
Travel consumption recommendation
You should experience riding an elephant in Thailand; you can buy the shell decorations on the island as souvenirs, usually for 50 baht. A must-eat snack in Thailand is mango sticky rice, which generally costs less than 10 yuan.
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Vietnam
Hoi An Cafe, Vietnam Oriental IC/Photo provided
Exchange rate comparison
The current exchange rate of RMB to Vietnamese Dong is about 3465.87. If you want to become a millionaire in Vietnam, you only need to spend 300 RMB.
Travel expenses
There are good hotels in major cities in Vietnam. There are also higher-priced star hotels and seaside villas in Ho Chi Minh City , Hanoi and various resorts. Usually the price of a three-star to four-star hotel is RMB 300-400 per night.
There are some family hotels in various cities in Vietnam. The room rates are low and you can negotiate prices. However, tourist cities in Vietnam are full of GuestHouses that mainly target backpackers. The room prices vary depending on the room conditions. They are generally 6-10 US dollars. /Night.
Taxi prices in Vietnam are also very reasonable. The starting price is 12,000 VND, which is about five yuan in RMB.
Tickets to tourist attractions in Vietnam are usually only a few dollars, which is cheap.
Local consumption level
The price of a bowl of beef rice noodles in Vietnam is 25,000 dong, which is about more than 10 yuan; the price of a cup of ordinary coffee is between 15,000 and 20,000 dong, which is about 6 and 8 yuan. Ordinary massage costs about RMB 100 per hour. Local fresh fruits are at seasonal prices and very cheap.
Travel consumption recommendations
Coffee and cashew nuts are recommended souvenirs. Cashew nuts are about 30 yuan to 40 yuan/pack, and coffee is 80 yuan/half kilogram. You must eat high-quality and cheap fried spring rolls in Vietnam. They are made differently from Chinese spring rolls and the taste is very different.
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Malaysia
Exchange rate comparison
The current exchange rate of RMB to Malaysian ringgit is about 0.519. RMB 100 can be exchanged for about 52 Malaysian dollars. Although there is no sense of superiority in the exchange rate, Malaysian prices are lower, which can also let you It feels like spending money freely.
Travel expenses
In Malaysia, there are both luxurious star-rated hotels and low-end hotels. Their prices are mainly determined by the location and hotel environment. If the hotel is located in the city center and the decoration is particularly luxurious, 250 MYR per night is the minimum. But if the equipment is slightly simpler, you can stay for about MYR 100 for one night, and it is even cheaper if you stay away from the city. This is much more cost-effective than domestic coastal cities such as Sanya.
Local consumption level
Malaysia is a shopping paradise. High-end fashion, watches, and cosmetics are generally much cheaper than in China, at least equivalent to a 22% discount. If you catch a discount event, it will be even more cost-effective. When buying luxury goods in Malaysia, you don’t have to worry about fakes. There are basically no fakes here.
In terms of food, the food in local food stalls and coffee shops is similar to the domestic standard. Fast food costs 5-10 MYR per portion. However, the snacks at night markets in Penang and other places are high-quality and cheap, with a portion costing more than a few yuan. Money ringgit. But beer in Malaysia is very expensive, an ordinary bottle costs more than 10 ringgit.
Malaysian fruits are fresh and cheap. In Penang, one kilogram of mangosteen only costs MYR 5.
You must eat seafood in Malaysia because it is cheap and fresh. Seafood in Penang is very cheap, especially some food stalls by the sea. Even on some well-known islands, a pile of fresh seafood simply grilled with fine sea salt only costs less than 100 yuan. If you share a portion with others and order a few more items, it only costs thirty or fifty yuan per person, which is a very rich meal.
Travel consumption recommendation
The old Ipoh white coffee produced in Malaysia is very worth bringing. It is not only full of ingredients and pure in taste, but the price is more than half cheaper than in China. There are many flavors to choose from. It is recommended to bring a big box. Buy a few packs and give them away.
The L'Oreal brand cosmetics sold in Malaysia are much cheaper than in China, and much cheaper than in Hong Kong. You can buy a few more sets to give to your relatives and friends.
Local specialties such as badi (batik products), tin products, silver products, copperware, shell handicrafts, kites, spinning tops, carvings, cowhide puppets, etc. are not expensive.
text / Liu Xingtong
source / Sina Travel
editor / Zhao Qi
