{"id":138066,"date":"2023-09-25T14:53:35","date_gmt":"2023-09-25T14:53:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/magdelaine.net\/?p=138066"},"modified":"2023-09-25T14:53:35","modified_gmt":"2023-09-25T14:53:35","slug":"unknown-european-city-named-worlds-cheapest-holiday-destination-with-1-60-beers-16-flights-the-sun","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/magdelaine.net\/lifestyle\/unknown-european-city-named-worlds-cheapest-holiday-destination-with-1-60-beers-16-flights-the-sun\/","title":{"rendered":"Unknown European city named world's cheapest holiday destination – with \u00a31.60 beers & \u00a316 flights | The Sun"},"content":{"rendered":"

WHILE finding a cheap city break in Europe can sometimes feel impossible, one destination promises to be a pound-stretching haven.<\/p>\n

A city in Romania that very few Brits have heard of has been named as an affordable alternative.<\/p>\n


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Why Timi\u0219oara?<\/h2>\n

Timi\u0219oara, a city in western Romania, was recently crowned the world's cheapest city break by luggage storage company Bounce, who crunched the numbers on 75 popular destinations. <\/p>\n

City breaks were ranked based on factors like accommodation,\u00a0transport\u00a0costs, meals out, and the price of supermarket groceries.<\/p>\n

And according to the research, Timi\u0219oara came out on top as the cheapest. <\/p>\n

In the Romanian city, the average price of a hotel room costs \u00a382 per night.<\/p>\n

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But Sun Online Travel have found extremely affordable hotel rooms that cost considerably less. <\/p>\n

For example, a night at the Cosmopolita Boutique Hotel, a four-star hotel, will set holidaymakers back as little as \u00a337 per night per person. <\/p>\n

Despite the bargain luxury<\/span> stay, there are also other, cheaper, alternatives, including a twin room at the Casa Palace for \u00a317 per night per person. <\/p>\n

Food and drink\u00a0in the city is cheap too, with a pint of beer costing as little as \u00a31.56, while a meal out at a mid-range restaurant will cost around \u00a35 per person. <\/p>\n

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It's also worth remembering that the country doesn't use the Euro, so your holiday cash is likely to go a lot further. <\/p>\n

Wizz Air operates direct flights from London Luton to Timi\u0219oara, with flight prices starting from \u00a316 for a one-way trip. <\/p>\n

With a flight time of 2 hours and 55 minutes, holidaymakers will arrive in the Romanian city in less time than it takes to get to Bucharest – the country's capital.<\/p>\n

When booking a trip, the summer is the best time to visit, with highs of 31C in August. <\/p>\n


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What is there to do in Timi\u0219oara?<\/h2>\n

There are plenty of things to do in the Romanian city. <\/p>\n

Travel experts have dubbed the city "Little Vienna" thanks to itsSecessionist architecture, so it's worth exploring some of the main squares, including Victory Square and Unirii Square<\/p>\n

To delve into the city's history, make a beeline for Victory Square. <\/p>\n

The square is home to some of the city's most interesting attractions including Timi\u0219oara Orthodox Cathedral, which sits at the far end. <\/p>\n

Timi\u0219oara Orthodox Cathedral was built in the early 20th Century. <\/p>\n

At 63m tall, the red and green tiled cathedral dominates the Timi\u0219oara skyline, and it even has free entry. <\/p>\n

Meanwhile, the Museum of Fine Arts is housed inside an 18th-century Baroque Palace in Unirii Square. <\/p>\n

Entry into the art museum costs \u00a33.68 for a full-paying adult. <\/p>\n

The city is also home to several other museums, including the Museum of Banat Region, the Banat Region Village Museum, and the 1989 Revolution Memorial Museum. <\/p>\n

Other nearby attractions include the Satchinez\u00a0Bird\u00a0Reserve, which lies to the north of the city, and the\u00a0Reca\u0219 Winery.<\/p>\n


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What else is there to do in Romania? <\/h2>\n

Romania is also home to Bran Castle, which is more commonly referred to as Dracula's Castle. <\/p>\n

Set just 18 miles away from Bucharest, the castle attracts thousands of tourists every year. <\/p>\n

In addition to the famous castle, Bucharest is another popular city break in Romania.<\/p>\n

The capital city is home to its own key tourist attractions, including the Stavropoleos Monastery, the Palace of Parliament, and Her\u0103strau Park. <\/p>\n

Other popular attractions across Romania include the old medieval town of Sighisoara. <\/p>\n

What else do I need to know about\u00a0Timi\u0219oara?<\/h2>\n

The local language in Timi\u0219oara is Romanian – although people may speak English at hotels, restaurants, and other tourist attractions. <\/p>\n

Romania is 2 hours ahead of the UK.<\/p>\n

The local currency is the Romanian leu, also known as the RON, with \u00a310 getting around 58 RON.<\/p>\n

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There are currently no Covid restrictions and Brits can stay in Romania for up to 90 days without a visa. <\/p>\n

Meanwhile, Bulgaria is home to another cheap city break where beers cost just 80p and temperatures hit 28C in the summer. <\/p>\n


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