These are digital nomads’ top recommendations for an inexpensive summer in Europe.
ADVERTISEMENTFancy spending the summer in Europe? Lots of us dream of packing up and renting a beach villa or a city apartment for the months of June, July and August.
But it surely’s no coincidence that these dreamy summer months coincide with high-season. So where are you able to make your European summer dreams a reality without breaking the bank?
These are probably the most reasonably priced places to live in Europe for the summer, in line with users of Reddit’s r/travel forum.
Lounge on the the sun-soaked Adriatic coast in Budva, Montenegro
Set on a summer by the ocean? Head to Budvar in Montenegro for sun-soaked Adriatic beaches, an enthralling mediaeval Old Town and low cost prices – with monthly rentals starting at around €700 monthly in high-season, in line with one Reddit user.
For many who can’t afford to take the entire summer off work, there are numerous coworking spaces dotted across the town.
Once you’re not knuckling down, explore quiet coves like Galija Beach, a 20-minute drive out of town, or head 40 minutes north to Kotor – a cat lover’s paradise with stunning views over the Bay of Kotor from the summit of a mediaeval fortress.
To flee the seaside crowds, one Reddit user suggests heading into the mountains of Montenegro as an alternative.
The Durmitor limestone massif within the country’s northwest is popular for its mountaineering, canyons and glacial mountain lakes. Find quieter – and cheaper – alternatives within the nearby Piva Canyon in Pluzine, or head south to Skadar Lake near the Albanian border, they recommend.
Spend your summer working by a lake in Ohrid, North Macedonia
North Macedonia isn’t on the radar of most travellers – and that’s what makes it the proper country for an inexpensive summer escape.
Not only are prices lower than more popular destinations like Spain and Italy, but renting an apartment short-term may have a less damaging effect on locals.
Unsure about visiting a landlocked country at the most well liked time of the 12 months? Travellers love the lakeside city of Ohrid, where you possibly can lounge on beaches – and even make them your temporary office.
In the event you prefer a more skilled arrange, head to considered one of the town’s coworking spaces, that are well arrange for distant staff.
“Ohrid has super good weather, not so hot summer – around 30-35 max throughout the day – and colder nights so you possibly can sleep well without AC,” says one Reddit user. Other draws include “low cost food”, “good web” and vibrant nightlife.
July and August are the proper months to go to Ohrid, as the town roars to life with the Ohrid Summer Festival, which showcases Macedonian folklore in music and dance.
“Ohrid is my favourite least expensive place in Europe needless to say,” says one other Reddit user.
For even cheaper short-term rentals, head east to Bitola for neoclassical architecture, cafe culture and apartments for just “€200 a month”, in line with one Reddit user.
Get monetary savings on a riverside city break in Belgrade, Serbia
Choosing a city over a coastal location is top-of-the-line ways to maintain your budget in check – especially should you’re planning a last-minute summer break, says one Reddit user.
They suggest heading to the Balkans for a low-cost break. In Belgrade, the capital of Serbia, you will discover a monthly apartment rental for as little as €380.
ADVERTISEMENTSummer temperatures hover across the late 20s, meaning you possibly can still catch some rays while lounging by the Danube and Sava rivers. Head to the bohemian quarter of Zemun for riverside cafes, full of life late-night bars and quick access to the Great War Island nature reserve.
Escape to the mountains in Bansko, Bulgaria
Just a couple of hours south of the Bulgarian capital of Sofia lies a mountain town best known for its winter skiing – but there are many reasons to go to Bansko throughout the summertime too.
Lying on the foot of the Pirin Mountain, the town is a gateway to the mountaineering trails of the Pirin National Park. Here, pristine rivers meander through flower-filled valleys and coniferous forests, home to wolves and brown bears.
July-September brings a roster of cultural events and festivals to Bansko, starting from cinema under the celebrities to jazz and folklore festivals.
Monthly room rentals in summer start from just €230, and temperatures are warm yet less stifling than within the capital.
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