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Are you one of those budget-conscious travelers who skips the world's most expensive cities? If so, remember many of those places also offer the greatest travel treasures. Finfacts Ireland and its latest Cost of Living Survey from Mercer Human Resource Consulting ranks the following 10 cities among the 100 most expensive in the world. Read on, and discover how you can afford to visit any one of them.1) London: World Ranking #3
London's notorious hotel costs are offset somewhat by the huge selection of airfares. There are no less than six major airports serving London, and many travelers are able to piece together a strategy that allows them to take advantage of special offers and budget airlines that abound here. Read more about saving money on five pages packed with tips, hints and recommendations.
2) Paris: World Ranking #12
Paris has a somewhat deserved reputation for expensive food. But that food is often of such high quality that the relative costs are not really that outrageous. Enjoy the experience as you save money on transportation, because Paris has one of the world's greatest mass transit systems. You can cover a lot of ground in a short time and at a reasonable cost. Among our other money-saving tips is this: The best view of Paris is available to you free of charge.
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3) New York: World Ranking #13
As with London, it's possible to save a lot of money getting here due to the volume of air traffic. After arrival, consider that some of the best New York experiences are free: window shopping on Fifth Avenue, a ride on the Staten Island ferry, or a visit to the set of your favorite television show. Read five pages of money-saving tips that will take a bite out of Big Apple expenses.
4) Rome: World Ranking #17
Rome tends to be expensive because it offers so much to see and do. Longer stays are necessary to accomplish your travel goals. Offset those costs by staying in a clean, convenient convent and eating in neighborhood trattorias that offer hospitality and huge portions at reasonable prices. Another tip for you: Take time to relax and enjoy the atmosphere.
5) Beijing: World Ranking #19
Okay, Beijing might not be on the itineraries of most people reading About Budget Travel. But in this age of air travel, you might find yourself with a layover in China's capital and a wonderful opportunity. It is possible (but not ideal) to visit the Great Wall, the Forbidden City and Tiananmen Square in one day.
6) Berlin: World Ranking #38
Berlin offers so much: Enough museums to visit a different one each day for six months, enough recent history to stagger the mind and enough culture to please the most demanding patron. It's the gateway to Eastern Europe, and yet it is not a major air hub. That will change in time, but it makes getting here more expensive. Cut your costs by taking advantage of an outstanding transportation system, a host of low-cost lodgings and quite a few free attractions.
7) Los Angeles: World Ranking #44
Airport shoppers can choose a number of money-saving options here, and some of America's best free attractions are found in Southern California. Want examples? Drive the Coastal Highway, peruse the Hollywood Walk of Fame and visit the spectacular Getty Museum without spending a dime.
8) Chicago: World Ranking #52
Business travelers visit Chicago quite a bit, but so do people in search of a nice weekend escape . It's possible to sample the city's famous deep-dish pizza, take in a game at Wrigley Field and see one of the world's greatest museum districts without breaking the bank. Consider some ways to save on transportation, accommodation and food during your stay in the Windy City.
9) Washington, DC: World Ranking #78
Fly a budget airline into Reagan National, hop aboard a Metro train, and walk from the stop to your hotel in the middle of the city. Now you're ready to enjoy a budget adventure in a city where the top attractions do not charge admission.
10) Toronto: World Ranking #82
From High Tea at the Fairmont Royal York to discount theatre tickets, Toronto offers many of the same attractions as London and other world class cities. But for many North Americans, a short trip to Toronto is more affordable and easier to schedule. In fact, a trip to cosmopolitan Toronto is like visiting many of the world's great cities at one time. Its collection of ethnic restaurants and neighborhoods is impressive.
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