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Economy

Cost of living: Europe's cheapest and most expensive countries

Price level indices shows how expensive or cheap goods and services are across countries, based on purchasing power parities. Western and Northern European countries tend to have high price levels, although incomes are not included in these comparisons.

6 July 2025

Travel News

How you can win a €1 holiday in this sunny seaside town in Italy

Siculiana is offering a handful of lucky travellers an all-expenses paid escape - all they have to fork out for is Sicily’s €1 tourist tax.

12 March 2025

Destinations

Here’s why you should visit these affordable European cities

A new study has found that a visit to some of the continent’s most popular cities doesn't have to break the bank.

7 October 2024

Destinations

Why you should visit Georgia’s buzzy capital city for a budget break

For as little as €10 a meal, you can eat like royalty in Tbilisi.

30 May 2024

Moments

Want to fly business class? Here’s how to do it affordably

New research shows that four European airlines offer the most affordable business class flights compared to the cost of economy tickets.

29 April 2024

Moments

And relax: A guide to Europe’s most affordable spas

Spas can be prohibitively expensive, but there are an increasing number across Europe that are affordable - and just as relaxing.

11 April 2024

Moments

Head to these European cities for the most affordable beer

New research shows the price of a pint of beer can be staggeringly different depending on where in Europe you choose to drink.

9 April 2024

Destinations

Why destination dupes might be 2024’s biggest travel trend

You might not see iconic monuments or famed museums, but the experience promises to be more relaxing and surprising.

26 February 2024

Moments

Which are the most affordable skiing destinations in Europe?

While the average cost of a day’s skiing has shot up in the last near-decade, it’s still entirely possible to find places that won’t break the bank.

16 February 2024

Travel News

Eurostar releases thousands of promotional fares for 2024

Eurostar has announced there are 75,200 promotional fares up for grabs for the first months of 2024.

22 November 2023

Travel News

€1 train tickets: How to see France on a budget this summer

Explore the Hauts-de-France region on a budget this summer.

26 July 2023

Destinations

This Balkan country offers a Mediterranean beach break on a budget

Plan a beach escape to the Albanian Riviera while it’s still under the radar.

26 May 2023

Destinations

Where are the best budget-friendly destinations in Portugal?

There's so much more to Portugal than the Algarve. Here are our favourite picks for a low-cost sunny getaway.

25 May 2023

Travel News

Colombia hopes to attract digital nomads with low cost of living

The country also offers incredible natural biodiversity and a range of places to work and stay.

6 April 2023

Moments

Save money on a ski holiday by taking a day trip to the slopes

What to buy, what to rent and where to go for a brilliant day’s skiing in the Alps.

9 February 2023

Destinations

Vienna: A money-saving travel guide to Austria's beautiful capital

Vienna has been named the world's most liveable city in 2022. Here's why Austria’s culture-rich capital is perfect for a weekend break.

28 December 2022