{"id":882064,"date":"2025-05-07T17:18:22","date_gmt":"2025-05-07T16:18:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/?p=882064"},"modified":"2025-05-07T17:18:23","modified_gmt":"2025-05-07T16:18:23","slug":"where-is-the-dollar-strong-right-now","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.trafalgar.com\/real-word\/where-is-the-dollar-strong-right-now\/","title":{"rendered":"Where is the dollar strong right Now? Make your $$ go further in these 10 destinations \u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Where is the dollar strong right now? <\/em>This is a question all American travelers will be asking themselves right now, to make sure their vacation budget stretches even further. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The good news is the U.S. dollar is still strong in plenty of exciting destinations, from beautiful Canada on your doorstep to buzzy Portugal over in Europe, and even Australia in the southern hemisphere. Discover these 10 incredible destinations where the dollar is strong, with bite-sized fact files for each country to help you figure out your budget. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Where is the dollar strong? <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

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1. Canada <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Though it\u2019s just on America\u2019s doorstep, that doesn\u2019t mean Canada isn’t worth visiting. The American dollar is at 20-year high against the Canadian dollar, meaning you can see the magnificence of the Rocky Mountains in Banff, the incredible French-Canadian culture of Montreal or witness the grandeur of Niagara Falls without breaking the bank \u2013 meaning more pancakes and maple syrup for you! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The facts & figures:<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Value of $1 USD: $1.43 CAD <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Average meal at a restaurant (USD): $30 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bottled water (USD): $1.81 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Average budget hotel room\/night (USD): $91 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

One-way train ticket (USD): $2.39 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Uluru Rock, Australia<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

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2. Australia <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Slightly further afield, if you can spare the travel time then you\u2019ll benefit from the American dollar being particularly strong against the Australian dollar. You can traverse countless different cultures and landscapes, from dazzling cities and shorelines on the East Coast to sunrise over Uluru rock, sacred to the indigenous people of the area and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The facts & figures:<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Value of $1 USD: $1.56 AUD <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Average meal at a restaurant (USD): $12.80<\/a> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bottled water (USD): $3.45<\/a> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Average budget hotel room\/night (USD): $20 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

One-way public transport ticket (USD): $2.56 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Humboldt penguins on the Ballestas Islands<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

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3. Peru <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u201cNow is a great time to consider visiting Peru,\u201d says Melissa Da Silva, president of Trafalgar. \u201cNot only can travelers expect to spend around $12 for a terrific meal, but its temperate climate and incredible marvels make it a bucket-list destination travelers cannot afford to miss.\u201d You\u2019ll tick off bucket list sites like Machu Picchu and ancient Inca ruins, but there\u2019s also so much more than these icons to Peru \u2013 the culinary delights of Lima, the uninhabited Ballestas Islands (called a “mini-Galapagos”) and pisco-filled nights in the coastal town of Paracas. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The facts & figures:<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Value of $1 USD: 3.68 sol <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Average meal at a restaurant (USD): $7 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bottled water (USD): $0.78 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Average budget hotel room\/night (USD): $60 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

One-way public transport ticket (USD): $0.90 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Sky walk in the Monteverde Cloud Forest, Costa Rica<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

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4. Costa Rica <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Even though Costa Rica is the most expensive country in Central America, the American dollar is still strong against the Costa Rican colon. While many places in Costa Rica accept US dollars such as hotels and some restaurants, you\u2019ll still need local colones for public transport and smaller restaurants in more rural areas \u2013 you don\u2019t want to get caught out in the Monteverde Cloud Forest! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The facts & figures:<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Value of $1 USD: \u20a1505 CRC  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Average meal at a restaurant (USD): $15 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bottled water (USD): $2.46 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Average budget hotel room\/night (USD): $55 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

One-way public transport ticket (USD): $0.50 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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5. Japan <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Since the pandemic, the Japanese yen has significantly dropped against the American dollar \u2013 which is great news for U.S. visitors wanting to get their fix of sakura and onsen baths. While Japan isn\u2019t the cheapest destination (particularly compared with regions like Southeast Asia), the inflation seen in Japan means that American travelers can make their dollars go further in what is still a relatively affordable destination.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The facts & figures:<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Value of $1 USD: \u00a5155 JPY <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Average meal at a restaurant (USD): $15 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bottled water (USD): $0.93 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Average budget hotel room\/night (USD): $43 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

One-way public transport ticket (USD): $1.04 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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New Zealand’s Fiordland National Park<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

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6. New Zealand <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Though it has a reputation of being a relatively expensive place to travel, it\u2019s certainly possible to visit New Zealand on a budget \u2013 made even easier by the high conversion of the American dollar against the New Zealand dollar. That means you can experience Fiordland National Park, visit famous wineries and see M\u0101ori culture firsthand \u2013 all in budget. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The facts & figures:<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Value of $1 USD: $1.77 NZD <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Average meal at a restaurant (USD): $16 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bottled water (USD): $1.12 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Average hotel room\/night (USD): $68 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

One-way train ticket (USD): $5.90 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Skyline over Krakow, Poland<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

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7. Poland <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Where is the dollar strong in Europe? The answer has to be Poland. Eastern Europe is generally more afforable than its western counterpart, meaning your dollars will go further. Remember \u2013 though Poland is a member of the EU it\u2019s not in the Eurozone and doesn’t use Euros, instead using the Polish z\u0142oty. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Poland’s southern city of Krak\u00f3w ranked fourth among Europe’s most affordable places on the 2024 City Costs Barometer<\/a> compiled by the U.K.’s Post Office, full of incredible experiences such as the Underground Salt Cathedral, Royal Castle and Cathedral, with many cobbled streets and medieval squares to wile away the hours in.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The facts & figures:<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Value of $1 USD: 3.83 z\u0142oty <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Average meal at a restaurant (USD): $9.27 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bottled water (USD): $0.64 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Average budget hotel room\/night (USD): $35 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

One-way train ticket (USD): $0.90 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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South Africa’s Cape Peninsula<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

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8. South Africa <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

South Africa is full of icons, from the Big 5 on safari to the wine country of Cape Town and dramatic coastline of Cape Peninsula \u2013 not forgetting the beloved penguins on Boulders Beach. Its currency is the South African rand, and Americans benefit from a favorable exchange rate that will give you the freedom to treat yourself to another glass of homegrown cabernet sauvignon. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The facts & figures:<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Value of $1 USD: 18.59 rand  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Average meal at a restaurant (USD): $15 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bottled water (USD): $0.91 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Average budget hotel room\/night (USD): $42 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

One-way train ticket (USD): $1.61 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Old quaters of Hoi An, Vietnam<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

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9. Vietnam <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Vietnam is an affordable place to visit, but particularly for American travelers with a particularly advantageous exchange rate \u2013 U.S. visitors will be able to grab a beer for less than a dollar. Even in Vietnam\u2019s capital, Ho Chi Minh City, tourists can spend an average of $60 a day including hotel accommodations, restaurant meals, and transportation (according to GoBankingRates). <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The facts & figures:<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Value of $1 USD: 25,530 dong <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Average meal at a restaurant (USD): $5 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bottled water (USD): $0.49 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Average budget hotel room\/night (USD): $19 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

One-way public transport ticket (USD): $0.59 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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10. Portugal <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

In excellent news for U.S. travelers wanting to visit Europe, meaning you can benefit from a strong dollar in all countries that use the Euro<\/a> including France, Germany, Greece, Ireland, Italy, Portugal, and Spain. Portugal is particularly favorable for American travelers as it consistently ranks among the most affordable places in Western Europe thanks to cheap public transport, reasonably priced accommodation and affordable dining options, even in major cities like Lisbon, which came in second on the 2024 City Costs Barometer<\/a>‘s value city breaks list. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The facts & figures:<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Value of $1 USD: \u20ac0.88 Euro <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Average meal at a restaurant (USD): $20 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bottled water (USD): $0.78 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Average budget hotel room\/night (USD): $50  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

One-way public transport ticket (USD): $1.70 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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