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And they are paying on average $ 268 a night. But if you're dying to hop the pond you might want to check out Dublin instead, where you can also get your fill of pints, pubs, and old world history without breaking the bank. No trip to Dublin would be complete without a tour of the Guinness brewery. where guests can see where their favorite draft is made, but Dublin is much more than that. With a booming design in art scene and a creative quarter with boutiques and Irish made goods. And unlike London, Dublin is a coastal town, which means beautiful sea view. As far as places to stay, we recommend the hip Dean Hotel in the city center or the more affordable design- forward hostel, the Generator. Bangkok, Thailand is a relatively inexpensive city to visit, but it's loaded wit tourists. In came in second in 2014 for most international travellers after London. If you want to get away from the crowds, why not try Hanoi, Vietnam. You can explore the city's old quarter, which has 13th century French colonial architecture. And don't miss the street food and Vietnamese coffee, which will only cost you a couple dollars. Hanoi has very affordable options for places to stay, but if you want to take a page out of Charlie Chaplin or Jane Fonda's book, You might want to splurge for the sofitel legend, Metropole Hotel, in the 1901 french colonial building. And if you want to get out of the city, the stunning Halong Bay is three hours from Hanoi. A three day tour to the bay costs about @ 200, although day trips through hotels is a more affordable option. Option. These beautiful 1, 600 uninhabited isles jutting out of the Gulf of Tumpkin are worth the trip. Travelers dreaming of a beach vacation in the Caribbean often turn to the Cayman's or St. Lucia but Aruba sees less travelers each year and because of that prices are about 27 % lower for an overnight stay. stay. Aruba likes to boast it has more sunny days than any other island in the Caribbean, and you won't have trouble finding ways to enjoy that. Empanadas and fresh seafood are a must try on the island. As far as places to stay, the island is full of beach resorts. If you're looking for a more affordable option you can head inland to the board walk Aruba. Let's hope these tips to stay off the beaten paths will help you to stay ahead of the crowds. ```json {"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"VideoObject","name":"Inexpensive Alternatives to Top Vacation Spots","description":"Want the feel and the fun without the crowds and the cost? 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