Some countries are simply exorbitantly priced, others offer a less exotic experience, and still others pose a serious safety risk. We’ve found several countries that don’t require tourists to shell out a fortune. However, it’s worth keeping in mind that flights there can be pricey.

1. Guatemala
Guatemala attracts travelers as one of the most important centers of Mayan culture. The local city of the dead, Tikal, contains burial pyramids and noble palaces that rival the grandeur of the buildings at Chichen Itza in Mexico, but attracts fewer tourists. In addition to ancient Mayan sites and the villages of the descendants of this mysterious people, where unique rituals are performed, in Guatemala you can visit Central America’s deepest lake, Lake Atitlan; hike along the slopes of volcanoes on horseback or on foot; swim in the natural pools of Semuc Champey National Park; and enjoy views of both the Pacific and Atlantic coasts.

2. Zambia
Among all African countries, Zambia is particularly noteworthy, as it is home to the world’s largest waterfall, Victoria Falls. It is over 2 kilometers wide and over 100 meters high. Zambia also offers a variety of activities for its visitors: safaris in national parks where you can see white rhinos, elephants, zebras, and buffalo; excursions to the Chirundu petrified forest, which is up to 150 million years old; and rafting on the Zambezi River, famous for its steep rapids. and tours to local tribes that will amaze you with their traditions, rituals, and unique way of life.

3. Curaçao
The beaches here are perfect: azure Caribbean waters, white sand, and few tourists. It’s pure paradise! Foodies will appreciate the local delicacies: the island prepares soups made from bananas, plantains, and cacti, culminating in the famous Curaçao liqueur. Tourists are delighted by the vibrant colors of the resorts’ main streets, which are painted in vibrant hues. The only thing brighter are the flamingos that have left their mark on Curaçao’s salt lakes.