Safest and Most Affordable Countries to Travel in Latin America After the Pandemic
These are the safest and cheapest countries to travel and visit in Latin America after the global pandemic, according to a published article.
Latin America as One of the Most Visited Regions in the World
Latin America is always at the top of the list for every traveler. The historical and beautiful scenery that the region offers everyone entice people around the globe to visit at least a country or two in the region. This is where people will feel and experience the vibrance of culture and environment co-exist together.
Each year, millions of people from the different parts of the world flock in some countries in Latin America to enjoy the beaches, rainforests, mountains, biodiversity, culture, festivals, and more. In fact, tourism in the region has contributed more than $349 billion to the region's Gross Domestic Product according to its available data.
Additionally, one of the concerns of every traveler is their safety. Many Latin America received favorable scores on the Global Peace Index compiled by the Institute for the Economics and Peace. Meanwhile, the countries affordability is based on the Big Mac Index. It measures the Purchasing Power Parity by comparing the Big Mac by each country.
This means that if the country has a Big Mac of less than the U.S. that costs $5.67, a country is more affordable to travel and live with.
Here are the safest and cheapest countries in Latin America that you should visit after the pandemic:
1. Chile
The Global Peace Index Rank in 2019 of the country in 27 out of 163 countries across the globe. In 2018, they have recorded a huge number of tourists that is around 5.7 million. Additionally, its Big Mac Index this year is $3.42. Travelers will enjoy the country's coastal beach towns, extensive national park system, wine tours, and more.
2. Costa Rica
Costa Rica ranked 33 out of 163 countries based on the Global Peace Index in 2019. They also recorded more than 3 million international tourists in 2018. Additionally, its Big Mac Index this year is $4.12. Travelers will enjoy the country's beach towns, rainforests, volcanoes, and most of all are its locals. The country is known for its whitewater rafting, canopy tours, zip-lines, night-hikes through the rainforests, and more.
3. Uraguay
Uraguay ranked 34 out of 163 countries based on the Global Peace Index. They are just below Costa Rica. In 2018, the country was visited by around 3.5 million international tourists. Additionally, the Big Mac Index of the country this year is $4.78. Travelers will enjoy wide-open beaches, coastal fishing villages that attract abundant wildlife, including sea lions, seals, penguins, and more.
4. Panama
Panama ranked 47 out of 163 countries based on the Global Peace Index in 2019. They were also visited by more than 1.8 million international tourists that help them boost their economy. The country is known for its beautiful beaches and certainly famous for its Panama Canal, one of the largest engineering projects of the 20th century in the world. Travelers will enjoy surfing on its beautiful beaches, forests and jungles, and its coffee.
5. Mexico
Mexico is still the most visited countries in Latin America. They were visited by more than 41.5 million international tourists. Some states in Mexico are safe while others are not tourists friendly. The best thing to do when traveling in Mexico is to get a Local Travel Guide and avoid roaming the streets of Mexico at night.
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