The Best Places to Visit Where the Dollar is Strong
From the Americas and Europe to Africa and Asia, we list the 10 best places to travel to where the U.S. dollar is the strongest.
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You might think that foreign travel has to be expensive, but this isn’t the case for every destination. With inflation hiking prices all around the world, there are still places where your dollar will stretch enough to make it a dream vacation destination. You can hike around World Heritage sites or relax on the best beaches but it will cost you less than at other popular travel hotspots.
Our ranking is based on how each currency is currently performing against the dollar (at the time of writing). If you want to find out which are the cheapest cities in the world to travel to we’ve got the details to help you decide where to head next.
Data sources include: The Federal Reserve (opens in new tab), Oanda FX Date Services (opens in new tab), Reuters (opens in new tab), and Numbeo's cost of living database (opens in new tab)

10. Peru
Peru/Peruvian Sol
With roughly 4.5 million visitors a year, Peru has plenty to boast about. This South American country offers tons to do — there's exploring the 15th-century Inca citadel of Machu Picchu, the Maras salt flats, the Amazon river, and the beach-strewn coasts. Even with a tourism boom, your dollar will go far here against the Peruvian sol.
1 USD will get you almost 4 PEN.

9. Mexico
Mexico/Mexican Peso
The Mexican Peso (opens in new tab) is the strongest it has been in five years. Even with this impressive growth, your dollar still has an advantage here. A meal in Mexico could cost you just $5. If you include a beer, you’ll pay around $6.50.
1 USD equates to 18 MXN.

8. South Africa
South Africa/South African Rand
Have you always wanted to go on a Safari? This dream may not be out of reach. South Africa is the host to one of the world's most famous safari destinations — the Kruger National Park — and has a thriving safari industry. Some safaris can be booked for as little as $175 a night (opens in new tab). If you're not a safari enthusiast, don't worry, South Africa also offers climbing, hiking and adventure on the Western Cape's Garden Route, world-renowned vineyards Stellenbosch and Franschhoek, as well as cities like Cape Town and plenty of sun-kissed beaches.
1 USD equals 18 ZAR.

7. Egypt
Egypt/Egyptian Pound
The iconic city of Cairo and the striking pyramids of Giza are classic images of Egypt. Add to that the options of a river cruise down the Nile to Luxor, visiting temples in The Valley of the Kings, a trip to the Aswan Dam, the beach resorts of Hurghada and Sharm El Sheikh and you'll be spoilt for choice. Many have this North African country on their bucket lists. Now is one of the best times to visit.
1 USD equates to 30 EGP. All you’ll have to worry about is the airfare.

6. Japan
Japan/Japanese Yen
Traveling to Japan may seem unattainable for most Americans due to the high airfare prices. But many don’t realize that lodging, the cost of food, and the yen all highly favor anyone with the U.S. dollar.
1 USD equates to 135 JPY

5. Argentina
Argentina/Argentine Peso
Argentina’s inflation rate is the highest since the 1990s, hitting 99% in February (opens in new tab). And because of this, foreign travel to the country has increased. In January 2023, foreign tourists spent $164 million (opens in new tab) — five times more than in 2022. Argentina is now the most visited country in South America with approximately seven million tourists per year. From the cosmopolitan streets of the “Paris of South America (Buenos Aires)” to the unique biodiversity of Patagonia, you can’t miss out when traveling here.
1 USD gives you 199 ARS.

4. Chile
Chile/Chilean Peso
Airfare, tourism, and the Chilean Peso's value have dropped drastically in recent years. A study carried out by Macrotrends (opens in new tab) found that Chile's tourism is down by more than 60%. But, with this decline comes opportunity. From good food and wine to outdoor adventures and the bustling metropolis of Santiago, there is plenty to do here, and as always, great prices.
1 USD equates to 801 CLP.

3. Hungary
Hungary/Hungarian Forint
Whether you're trying Hungarian goulash (the national dish), taking a river cruise along the Danube or listening to a traditional folk band in Budapest, the costs of dining out, transportation, and entertainment in this eastern European country are all significantly lower than their counterparts in the west. When added up, these three activities will cost you on average just $16 per day.
1 USD in Hungary gets you 356 HUF.

2. Colombia
Colombia/Colombian Peso
For years Colombia was known solely for its drug cartels and armed conflicts. Now, the country is starting to shine in a new light. With immaculate beaches and luscious jungles, Colombia offers a little bit of everything. Here you can buy a meal for just $3.00.
1 USD in Colombian equates to 4749 COP.

1. Vietnam
Vietnam/Vietnamese Dong
Vietnam is one of the most culturally rich countries in the world. You could find yourself one morning soaking up the city sites with a cup of the famous Vietnamese coffee and a delicious baguette and in the afternoon visiting war history museums or one of the eight UNESCO World Heritage sites (opens in new tab) in Vietnam.
1 USD equates to 23650 VND
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Quincy is the digital producer at Kiplinger. He joined Kiplinger in May 2021. Before, he worked at Agora Financial - Paradigm Press and was a contributing writer for several other online media publications.
In his current role at Kiplinger, Quincy produces several newsletters, including Kiplinger Today, Investing Weekly, Tax Tips, Kiplinger’s Special Report, and Closing Bell. At the same time, he writes numerous articles every month.
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