Eight cheapest ‘hidden gems’ holiday alternatives:
| Locations | Total Savings | |||
| Rank | Luxury Holiday | Budget Alternative | £ (GBP) saved | % saved |
| 1 | Bora Bora, French Polynesia | Panama | £4,921 | 75.68% |
| 2 | The Bahamas | Curaçao | £1,738 | 44.95% |
| 3 | Hawaii, U.S. | Florida, U.S. | £1,502 | 41.43% |
| 4 | Maldives | Fiji | £643 | 28.90% |
| 5 | Lisbon, Portugal | Mexico City, Mexico | £471 | 31.80% |
| 6 | Athens, Greece | Istanbul, Turkey | £327 | 25.11% |
| 7 | Paris, France | Marseille, France | £158 | 7.59% |
| 8 | Rome, Italy | Cairo, Egypt | £128 | 8.18% |
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Bora Bora vs Panama
Bora Bora is undoubtedly one of the most popular luxury travel destinations, with approximately 1.1 million global searches within the past month**. However, did you know you can get a similar experience for a quarter of the price?
Switching your destination to Panama can save you a whopping£4,921! From learning more about indigenous communities, checking the traditional cigar factories to enjoying a day at the beach; Panama offers an all-around unforgettable experience – on a budget.
The Bahamas vs Curaçao
The second biggest saving you can make is by switching your summer holiday spot from The Bahamasto the beautiful island country of Curaçao, and save you approximately £1,738. Although you probably won’t see any swimming pigs or pink beaches – still, there are plenty of other reasons to visit without spending a fortune on it, like swimming with the sea turtles!
Hawaii vs Florida
Although Hawaii is a gorgeous destination to visit, if you are on a budget you might want to book a plane to Floridainstead, saving approximately £1,502. Whilst you can still enjoy some time on the beach, a trip to Florida can bring a multitude of other attractions to enjoy, including a trip to Walt Disney World, Universal Studios or even The Kennedy Space Centre.
Maldives vs Fiji
Fiji is a great alternative for those wanting to go somewhere like theMaldives, but on a budget. This switch would save you approximately £643. With so many attractions to enjoy in Fiji, such as the Garden of the Sleeping Giant, hot spring and mud pools, you will have a luxurious experience without paying an exorbitant price.
Lisbon vs Mexico City
Lisbon, Portugal could be switched up for Mexico City, Mexico– which saves you approximately £471. Whilst in Mexico City, you can visit the Frida Kahlo Museum, the Palacio de Bellas Artes and the Mexico City Metropolitan Cathedral.
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