December 28, 2024

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1 hour 2 minutes

Introducing World's Cheapest Destinations + Traveling Europe on a Budget (2025) with Tim Leffel from Zero To Travel Podcast.

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Looking to travel without breaking the bank? Tim Leffel gives us the inside scoop on the cheapest destinations for 2025, insight on making the most of your adventures without overspending, and tips for traveling Europe on a budget.

Tim Leffel is an award-winning travel writer and author of The World's Cheapest Destinations (currently in its fifth edition) and A Better Life for Half the Price, a guide to cutting your expenses in half by living abroad. With years of experience living abroad and now living in Mexico, Tim has been covering destinations around the world and helping people move abroad for over three decades.

Tim's expert insights provide a practical guide for choosing affordable destinations, plus valuable tips and hacks for stretching your budget while still experiencing all that a destination has to offer.

What country from this episode would you want to visit or live in? I'd love to hear where you’re most excited about, and I hope you’ll share by sending me an audio message.

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Tune In To Learn:

The key factors that make some countries more affordable than others

What two “golden opportunity” destinations you should take advantage of before it’s too late

Which South American countries remain top budget-friendly picks

A Central American gem that offers serene lakes, rich history, yoga culture, and unbeatable value (plus an affordable place to get scuba certified)

Which Middle Eastern countries offer a rare, crowd-free experience this year—and why now is the time to go

How to navigate European travel affordably, with tips on transportation, meal planning, and budget-friendly city options

Travel hacks for stretching your budget, including strategies to maximize ATM exchanges and avoid hidden fees

The art of discovering free and low-cost activities abroad that add depth to your experience

Tim’s perspective on living and traveling in Mexico (compared to mainstream media)

Advice on balancing work and travel

And so much more

Resources:

Join Zero To Travel Premium Passport

Check out cheapestdestinationsblog.com

Visit cheaplivingabroad.com

Subscribe to Nomadico on Substack

Tim’s list of cheapest destinations 2024

Read about touring Europe on a budget

Follow Tim on Instagram

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