Ticking off every destination on your travel bucket list can be an expensive feat to complete.
Summer can feel like a natural time to visit certain spots, but can also be pricey.
Meanwhile, the winter months can drive up costs with tourists jetting off to festive locations.
Fortunately, there are certain months where some destinations might work out to be cheaper to travel to.
Go2Africa has calculated the best locations for every month of the year – read on below to find out where to head to save some pennies.
January
Denmark has a rich history and an abundance of great cities to explore, from Copenhagen, Odense and Aarhuse.
Another European spot, Italy draws in visitors with its delicious cuisine and landscapes.
Meanwhile, Greece has endless coastline and sandy beaches, and is still quite mild in January with highs of 15 degrees.
Greece has endless coastline and sandy beaches, and is still quite mild in January with highs of 15 degrees
February
Croatia is another affordable spot and has miles of coastline, countless small islands and historic cities to explore.
Elsewhere, an average hotel in Poland costs $84 (£62), according to Go2Africa, and the country is known for offering decently priced food and drink too.
Hungary boasts impressive architecture and for those wanting to take a warm dip in an otherwise chilly time of the year, its capital Budapest has welcoming thermal baths.
March
- Algeria
- The Netherlands
- Portugal
Algeria is typically less busy than other destinations like Morocco and has plenty to enjoy.
While the Netherlands boasts its iconic canals and waterways, as well as colourful buildings in locations like Amsterdam.
Portugal is usually seen as a summer destination but still offers amazing cuisine and beautiful cities to explore during cooler months too.
An average hotel in Poland costs $84 (£62), according to Go2Africa, and the country is known for offering decently priced food and drink too
April
Georgia has everything from stunning beaches to dramatic mountain landscapes, and temperatures typically hover around a pleasant 15 degrees in April, making it ideal for sightseeing.
Meanwhile, Germany is less than a two-hour flight from the UK and offers excellent value in spring, with mild weather, fewer crowds and vibrant cities such as Berlin, Munich and Hamburg to explore, alongside historic towns, castles and renowned beer halls.
May
Czechia is bursting with beautifully preserved historic cities like Prague to explore, and visitors can sip on the country’s beloved beer while doing so.
For somewhere further afield, Japan works out as more affordable in May, with the average hotel cost coming to $153 (£113).
Turkey is popular in the summer but proves to be much cheaper in May when travellers can enjoy its beaches and hotels without the crowds.
Many travellers consider Finland as a great viewing spot for the Northern Lights, but it has so much more to offer. There are lush landscapes, impressive lakes and healthy, clean air to take in too.
For somewhere further afield, Japan works out as more affordable in May, with the average hotel cost coming to $153 (£113)
June
The cheapest time of the year to head to Serbia, according to Go2Africa, is in June when you can take in the country’s vibrant culture.
For a taste of the Caribbean without the hefty price tag, Grenada could be worth visiting in June.
Elsewhere, Zambia has unspoiled landscapes and the opportunity to go on impressive safaris.
July
Many travellers consider Finland to be a great viewing spot for the Northern Lights, but it has so much more to offer. There are lush landscapes, impressive lakes and healthy, clean air to take in too.
Or if white sand, palm trees and good food is more your thing, Barbados proves to be more affordable then too.
Over in Asia, Cambodia has ancient jungle temples and a vibrant food scene to enjoy.
August
- China
- Australia
- Papua New Guinea
August happens to be the cheapest time of the year to visit China, where a hotel can be bagged for $83 (£61).
Elsewhere, Australia is also more affordable during this time, when the country will be in its winter season.
Meanwhile, Papua New Guinea has diverse coral reef wildlife and lush natural landscapes to take in.
Over in Asia, Cambodia has ancient jungle temples and a vibrant food scene to enjoy
September
With stunning canyons and waterfalls that will blow you away, Argentina is well worth visiting and is less pricey in September.
Or if white sand, palm trees and good food are more your thing, Barbados proves to be more affordable then too.
October
Brazil boasts lush forested mountains and a beautiful coastline, and October is one of the cheaper times of the year to explore it all.
If good beer and waffles appeal to you, Belgium is a great place to visit and you might find yourself skipping a lot of the crowds in October too.
November
- Norway
- Canada
- Estonia
Norway has countless miles of natural beauty to enjoy and an average hotel comes to just $153 (£113) in November.
The long-haul flight might be worth it with Canada, as it’s the second-biggest country on Earth but one of the least populated. What’s more, Canada has the longest coastline in the world.
Estonia works out to be more affordable in November, and its medieval capital Tallinn is worth checking out for its impressive architecture.
Or if white sand, palm trees and good food is more your thing, Barbados proves to be more affordable in September
December
- Madagascar
- Tunisia
Madagascar will amaze you with its biodiversity and jaw-dropping landscapes. Plus, it works out at around $67 (£50) for a hotel on average in December.
Elsewhere, Tunisia is another affordable location in December and has delicious cuisine to delve into as well as a rich history.
