Bangkok among 2023's top three spots for backpackers

Bangkok : Yerevan, Baku and Bangkok have been revealed as the overall top three destinations for backpackers in 2023, while Hanoi and Seoul complete the top five.

Bangkok's top accolades lie with the city's choice of hostels, average hostel costs and choice of free attractions - one night in one of Bangkok's 992 hostels will cost an average of USD 17 per night, whilst visitors have 463 attractions to visit free of charge. A basic grocery shop (essentials like fruit, rice, eggs, bread, and milk) will cost an average of USD 16.50.