Where to travel on a shoe-string

Looking for a place that you can comfortably travel in on an ultra-thin budget? Contrary to popular belief, it is still possible to live and travel on just £15 a day all whilst seeing some of the World's most glorious destinations and meeting some soon to be life-long friends.

Where are these fabled places I hear you ask? Well, most our rather predictable but there are a few curve-balls that may surprise you.

First and foremost the best place to travel on a shoe-string is Thailand or any of the other neighbouring East Asian countries. Thailand caters extremely well for those searching for wanderlust but has becoming saturated with travellers to the extent that it can be difficult to discover the 'real' Thailand. But if you're looking for your first shoe-string experience then this is certainly the destination for you. The likes of Laos, Cambodia and Vietnam are not quite as well catered for which can drive down your overall costs as getting around is cheaper but harder in terms of planning.

India is also an excellent destination for the discerning traveller. You'll meet plenty of like minded travellers who live on far less than you and are often a fountain of knowledge when it comes to tips and approaches to travelling around this unsubscribed yet picturesque part of the World. It may be wise to avoid India if you have a weak stomach though as Western food can be very difficult to come by and your palette will have to adapt quickly to the spice heavy cuisine.

China is also a wonderfully cheap yet immersive option - especially if you like your trips to be laden with plenty of culture and eye-opening history. This option is perhaps the most left-field though as it will present you with a complete and utter departure from Western living. You should brace yourself for quite the culture shock so perhaps only approach this option if you are a seasoned traveller!

Of course, if you are not ready to live within your means then none of these options are going to suit you! Budgeting becomes easy after a couple of weeks on the road, but you have to restricted in what you purchase and your itinerary needs to be cut to the minimum when it comes to activities and tours. Always seek out the cheapest options and consult the locals when it comes to the site-seeing.

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Kuala Lumpur - Malaysia's Cosmopolitan Capital

Kuala Lumpur offers the traveller looking for a city break something elevated above the norm for this is not your regular South-East Asian city. As one of the most cosmopolitan in the region, Kuala Lumpur offers you a whole host of sights that infuse the tradition of a Malay city with booming modernism that has transformed the city into a hub for World business and trade.

You can visit such iconic locations as The Petronas Towers in the centre of the city which allow you to peruse a panorama of KL that stretches as far as the eye can see. The antithesis of the Petronas towers are the Batu caves, located on the outskirts of the city. A short bus drive takes you to this breathtaking natural wonder that also acts as a place of worship for Malaysia's Hindu population.

For the more cultured, Kualu Lumpur has plenty to offer. The Islamic arts museum contains a multitude of artefacts that convey how Islam is perceived by a range of cultures and the building itself is work of art with it's decorated walls and huge domed ceilings. For something a little different, you could visit either of the city's famous Bird or Butterfly parks showcasing a range of exotic and colourful species from around the globe.

Being Malaysia, you are also spoilt for choice in the food department. You can visit any of the-street food stalls for cheap, yet delicious treats or head to a restaurant for a spot of fine-dining and a choice of International cuisines.