10 of the cheapest places to travel on the Australian dollar in 2018

1. Argentine peso: 26.31% more per dollar

2. Ghanaian cedi: 14.92% more per dollar

3. Seychellois rupee: 13.91% more per dollar

4. Sri Lankan rupee: 11.98% more per dollar

5. Maldivian rufiyaa: 10.67% more per dollar

6. Lao kip: 10.57% more per dollar

7. Brazilian real: 10.47% more per dollar

8. Cambodian riel: 9.92% more per dollar

9. Philippine peso: 9.56% more per dollar

10. Hong Kong dollar: 9.42% more per dollar

1. Argentina

For the third year running, we're seeing the Argentine peso falling, cementing it as one of the prime destinations to visit for next to nix.

• How much am I saving? For every AUD$100, you're getting an extra 312 pesos. That's enough to cover your admission ticket to Iguazu Falls
• What are flight prices like? With Air New Zealand and LATAM offering flights to Argentina, it's now more affordable to explore South America. On sale, flights can fall to $1,079 return.
• How much do I need? Check out our quick and easy guide to travel money in South America to see how affordable your full true works out to be.

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2. Ghana

With its picturesque coastal landscape, rich wildlife and colonial architecture, Ghana is a safari for the senses.

It's considered one of the most stable countries in West Africa due to its wealth and colonial independence.

• How much am I saving? For every AUD$100, you're getting an extra 45.64 cedi, which equates to one extra coffee when you're in town.

• What are flight prices like? Being a less frequented route, flights to Accra, Ghana, are priced at $1,800+ return flying luxury airlines such as Ethiopian Airlines, Qantas and Singapore Airlines.

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3. Seychelles

Paradise unparalleled is just one way to describe the arresting island destination of Seychelles. Comprised of 115 islands in the Indian Ocean, it's a place for relaxation and romance and its currency has taken a dip this year making it that much more affordable.

• How much am I saving? For every AUD$100, you're getting an extra 133.84 Seychellois rupees. That's enough to buy you two tickets to a movie or a meal at a fast food restaurant.

• What are flight prices like? Seychelles flights can start from $1,067 when departing from Perth. However, these cheap flights do come with multiple connections and a longer journey time. For the price though, it could be worth it.

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4. Sri Lanka

Home to acclaimed beaches, ancient Buddhist ruins and untouched forest, with the Sri Lankan rupee currently weaker against the Aussie dollar, now's as good a time as any to explore this exotic location.

• How much am I saving? For every AUD$100, you're getting an extra 1,282 rupees. That's enough for a swanky meal in a hotel restaurant.

• What are flight prices like? During a sale, flights to Sri Lanka can drop to $300+ return on a budget airline like AirAsia making this a more than affordable destination.
• How much do I need? Suss out the full cost of your trip plus grab your travel money before you take off with our Sri Lanka travel money guide.

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5. The Maldives

It's getting cheaper and cheaper to experience life on the other side with the Maldivian rufiyaa now cheaper against the Australian dollar.

• How much am I saving? For every AUD$100, you're getting an extra MVR116.26 which is enough to cover lunch or three local ferry rides.

• What are flight prices like? Thanks to budget airlines like AirAsia, when on sale, flights to the Maldives can cost little over $400 return. Who says luxurious islands have to cost the world?

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6. Laos

Take a step back to discover the local history, cuisine and beauty of this breathtaking Asian country. Now more budget friendly than last year.

• How much am I saving? For every AUD$100, you're getting an extra LAK62,172. That's enough to cover your private arrival transfer from airport to hotel.

• What are flight prices like? Flights to Laos can start from $750 return on budget airlines.

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7. Brazil

Colourful costumes, lauded beaches and panoramic views are yours for less this year when you put your dollars against the Brazilian real.

• How much am I saving? For every AUD$100, you're getting an extra BRL24.54 which covers the cost of your ticket to the Landmark of the Three Frontiers.

• What are flight prices like? When on sale, flights to Brazil can drop to under $1,000 return on airlines such as Qantas. Keep your eyes peeled for the bargains to win big this year.
• How much money do I need? Work out the full cost of your trip, including where to score the best travel money cards.

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8. Cambodia

Tick Angkor Wat off your bucket list this year thanks to cheap currency exchange rates and bargain airfares.

• How much am I saving? For every AUD$100 you're getting an extra KHR28,526 which can take care of your airport transfer or a Cambodian liquor workshop visit and tasting with extra to spare.

• What are flight prices like? When there's a budget airline sale round, you can find flights to Cambodia from $307 return from Australia.
• How much money do I need? Use our Cambodia travel money guide to work out the cost of your trip and order your money.

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9. The Philippines

The search for the world's best beaches is over with the Philippines within easy reach while staying easy on the pocket.

• How much am I saving? For every AUD$100 you're getting an extra PHP314. Depending on how good your haggling skills are, this could score you a unique souvenir or a guided tour of San Sebastian Basilica with a touch to spare to give as a tip.

• What are flight prices like? You can spoil yourself there and back with full service flights for under $500 when on sale with Philippine Airlines. Keep your ear to the ground for sale fares for the biggest discounts.
• How much money do I need?

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10. Hong Kong

Shop, eat, explore repeat. What else would you do in Hong Kong, amirite? Especially now that you've got that much more to spend on fashion and food!

• How much am I saving? For every AUD$100 you're getting an extra HKD52.68. Use this to take an organised tour of the nightlife with a local.

• What are flight prices like? You can generally get return flights to Hong Kong for $500-700 when on sale, on a full service carrier or less flying budget.
• How much money do I need? Work out the cost of your trip and get your money sorted before you leave with the help of our Hong Kong travel money guide.

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