31. One-Day Bicycle Rental

Where: Vietnam
Est. Average Income: $410*
Est. Average Cost of Living: $1,500* (per month/family of 4)
The people of Vietnam love their two-wheeler vehicles. Bikes are currently the country’s most popular form of transportation, and bicycles follow close behind. Many tourists and locals will recommend cycling through the cities because it is one of the best ways to get up and close to the local culture and sceneries.

One-Day Bicycle Rental ©James Are/Shutterstock
If you’ve arrived in the country through an airport, don’t fret, you can rent a bicycle for a whole day for just one dollar. Prices vary from city to city and depend on the package you go for, but they’re generally quite affordable. By making this choice, you will not only be signing up for a wonderful experience but also reducing your carbon footprint without breaking the bank!

32. One McDonald’s Slushie

Where: Australia
Est. Average Income: $7,600*
Est. Average Cost of Living: $4,000* (per month/family of 4)
McDonald’s is considered the largest food chain in the world, and you’ll find one in many of the cities you visit. While tourists always tend to try the local items on the menu, sometimes you just have to go back to your tried-and-tested orders.

One McDonald’s Slushie @ARMHC /Twitter
Well, we have some good news for all the beverage fans out there. A large cup of slush or frozen coke will cost you just $1 at Macca’s, which is the Australian name for McDonald’s. If you visit the country during the hot and humid months, you can use this drink to freshen up for just a buck.

33. One Ticket to the Movies

Where: Turkmenistan
Est. Average Income: $290*
Est. Average Cost of Living: $2,099* (per month/family of 4)
Turkmenistan might have a low average income, but it’s not the cheapest place in the world to live. The country consecutively ranks in the top 50 most expensive countries in the world, and the average cost of living goes up to $2000 a month, almost $1700 more than the average income.

One Ticket to the Movies ©WOSUNAN/Shutterstock
But at least entertainment will be the one thing you don’t have to worry about. First-run movie tickets can be as cheap as one dollar; hence, you can grab a quick seat at the cinema while visiting. Of course, the reasonable price won’t mean as much to the local population because their average income is low enough for the cinema experience to be considered a luxury.

34. One Hour of Phone Time

Where: Thailand
Est. Average Income: $2,860*
Est. Average Cost of Living: $1,997* (per month/family of 4)
Getting your hands on a good cell phone package is one of the most important things when you’re out and about as a tourist. After all, we all need to call home occasionally, and international calls tend to consume vast amounts of money. You’ll also need some extra minutes on hand to call up the rest of your tourist party if you ever lose them, especially when you don’t know the local language.

One Hour of Phone Time ©Narin Nonthamand/Shutterstock
It’s good that you can get 60 call minutes in Thailand on a 1-2-Call SIM card. You can also upgrade that package for just a buck to get one hour of internet, which can also be used on your laptop after connecting it to your cell phone. All in all, the deal isn’t horrible, and it can work especially well for tourists.

35. A Ride from Istanbul to Kadıköy

Where: Istanbul, Turkey
Est. Average Income: $406*
Est. Average Cost of Living: $1,393* (per month/family of 4)
Turkey, especially its capital city of Istanbul, is famous worldwide for its well-designed public transportation, which is available at almost all prime locations in the cities. This transportation network comes in really handy because taxis tend to be very expensive in this bustling country.

A Ride from Istanbul to Kadıköy ©Kayihan Bolukbasi/Shutterstock
Kadıköy is one of the more laid-back neighborhoods of Istanbul. Lying on the city’s Asian shore, the area is renowned for its wonderful street food and colorful murals. It’s a must-visit spot on every tourist’s list which is why it is wonderful that you can grab a public ride from the central city to this neighborhood for just one dollar.

36. One Chicken Shawarma

Where: Dubai, UAE
Est. Average Income: $5,853*
Est. Average Cost of Living: $3,540* (per month/family of 4)
No one can doubt the fact that Dubai is expensive, yet it is highly popular with tourists. Food is not the main thing that people frequent the city for, and it also tends to be quite costly, but sometimes you’ll come across a local gem like the chicken shawarmas, which you can buy for just a dollar.

One Chicken Shawarma ©Farrukh Alisoylu/Shutterstock
The best part about the culinary culture in Dubai is that it offers something for everyone. The food is a blend of regional and international dishes; hence, everyone can find something they enjoy. Everyone you meet will tell you to at least try out the shawarma, which many people claim no country does as well as Dubai.

37. A Train Ride from the Airport to Downtown Vilnius

Where: Vilnius, Lithuania
Est. Average Income: $1,842*
Est. Average Cost of Living: $2,656* (per month/family of 4)
Lithuania is one of Europe’s cheaper countries and is hugely popular for its rich culture and ancient history. For those searching for places that let them delve into the past, Lithuania is a beautiful place to visit that will offer you all that and so much more.

A Train Ride from the Airport to Downtown Vilnius ©Karolis Kavolelis/Shutterstock
You will also find out how cheap the country is as soon as you step off from the airport. You can take a train from the Vilnius Airport to the main city center in less than a dollar and save the rest of your money to spend on attractions within the city.

38. One Visit to the Public Restroom

Where: Finland
Est. Average Income: $4,207*
Est. Average Cost of Living: $3,537* (per month/family of 4)
Most of the public restrooms, if not all, in the US are free to use, and hence, Americans are set up for quite the culture shock when they visit other countries where visiting public restrooms requires you to pay a small fee.

One Visit to the Public Restroom ©KHUNNINE/Shutterstock
In Finland, you’ll have to pay somewhere around 50 cents. The prices are low, but the problem is that you always need to have that amount with you in change because most restrooms won’t be able to break up your bigger money bills. If you’re out and about without the smaller coins, you’ll have to find somewhere else to do your business!

39. Pay a Visit to the Dollar Store

Where: Pakistan
Est. Average Income: $287*
Est. Average Cost of Living: $959* (per month/family of 4)
The concept of a Dollar Store is not uncommon within the US, but such shops are much more popular in countries like Pakistan, where one dollar equals almost 280 rupees in the local currency. A dollar in Pakistan is not just a dollar!

Pay a Visit to the Dollar Store ©JHVEPhoto/Shutterstock
The Dollar Store is a popular chain in the country where you can find almost anything you can think of. Whether you need new towels for your bathroom or new utensils for the kitchen, the Dollar Store will have something in store for you.

40. Take a Cable Car Ride in La Paz

Where: La Paz, Bolivia
Est. Average Income: $1,240*
Est. Average Cost of Living: $1,754* (per month/family of 4)
Cable cars are not the first thing that comes to mind when someone thinks of public transport, but they are an essential part of the transportation system in La Paz, one of the Bolivian capitals. The locals refer to the system as Mi Teleferico, which is quite common for traveling across the city.

Take a Cable Car Ride in La Paz ©Shanti Hesse/Shutterstock
The best part about being in a cable car is that it offers a look at the city like no other, and hence, cable cars always tend to do well with tourists. Because the system is so standard in La Paz, rides cost significantly less and can be acquired for as little as a dollar. Only a dollar to look at the beautiful city from a top vantage point seems like a stellar deal to us.