You’ve seen the photos: turquoise water in Koh Phi Phi, bowls of pho for a dollar, bungalows on the beach for ten bucks a night. …
Backpacking Southeast Asia 2026 Affordable: Backpacking Southeast Asia in 2026: Still Affordable? My Honest Take


You’ve seen the photos: turquoise water in Koh Phi Phi, bowls of pho for a dollar, bungalows on the beach for ten bucks a night. …

Everyone says Southeast Asia is cheap. That was true in 2010. In 2026, the story is different. Prices have risen sharply in popular spots, but …