in what ways can you show appreciation to southeast asia
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2020 update: Since first traveling to Southeast Asia in 2012, I’ve revisited the region nearly yearly, logging over 2.5 cumulative years. Over that time some prices have changed, and this post reflects those numbers.
Back in 2012, I spent a glorious 8 continuous months backpacking in Southeast Asia on a long-term traveler’s budget. This meant staying in dorms, taking local transport, eating street food, and generally traveling on a shoestring budget.
In 2016, I returned with a more middle-of-the-road budget, and since then, have experienced the luxurious side of the region as well.
Over that time I’ve learned that whether you’re on a tight budget or have a bit more money to play with, your money will take you further in Southeast Asia than almost anywhere else in the world. Today, let’s answer the question – what does it cost to travel in Southeast Asia?
I personally spent $7,958 USD (without SCUBA diving – $6,095) for six months in Southeast Asia, with a month each in Cambodia, Laos, northern Thailand, southern Thailand, Malaysia and Indonesia. With flights and pre-trip expenses, it added up to $11,000.
Some guide books will swear that $30/day or less is sufficient for traveling in Southeast Asia – this is generally not realistic.
So how much will you need to budget to travel in Southeast Asia in 2020? I wanted to give you the most up-to-date budgeting guide, and make calculations even easier with the addition of 1-month or 3-month breakdowns. With my recent trips back to Thailand, the Philippines, and Indonesia, a bunch of online research and the help of a BMTM team member who lives in Southeast Asia, here’s how much you should budget for an extended trip in Southeast Asia:
This is one of those costs that’s annoying, but necessary should the worst occur. I went with World Nomads travel insurance which happened to be cheaper than any other company I could find for US citizens.
Saving tip: If you know for sure how much time you’ll be away, buying more months