As the costs of a living crisis continue to bite, finding affordable vacations may seem like a near-impossible job. City breaks are popular, but these are very expensive, especially if you're heading for tourists like Barcelona or Rome.
However, there are lesser known cities, which could be much cheaper. And direct flights from London take anywhere from £17 to less than 2 hours.
When Poland has a conversation, the usual suspects of Krakow and Gdansk capture the imagination of most people. However, fewer visited cities of Shikachin await discovery.
Known for its lush environment as “Green City” and home to just 400,000 people, Szczecin offers eye-catching views in every corner. Soaked in a Parisian street system and adorned the banks of the River Odelle, its charm cannot be denied.
Must-see attractions include Pomerania's historic castles, the delightful Pogodono district, and artificial beaches surrounded by islands with DJs and outdoor cinema experiences.
For those attracted to nature, Szczecin is not disappointed and offers both the vast expanse of the Emerald Lake and the Puszza Bukowa forest. And for those who want to pack another country into their journey, the German border is simply abandoned stones, and Berlin easily reaches out to spend the day quickly by train.
Because of a partial pint, this Polish city beer is reportedly retreating you to around 1.68 pounds per glass. Ryanair offers direct flights from London to Szczesin. The most affordable one-way fares start at £17 or £35 for round trips per passenger.
