TOP 8 most expensive countries in the world

Everyone loves to travel, visit different countries, study their nature, sights. But sometimes for such a trip you need a lot of money. The article will focus on the most expensive countries, which not everyone can afford to visit.

Switzerland

In the first place of the rating is the country of the most delicious cheeses and the most reliable banks. This is Switzerland. Only a millionaire can live here in comfort. There are few youth in this country; the country's population consists mainly of elderly people. Everything is expensive here - food in shops and supermarkets, dinner in the simplest restaurant costs more than $ 100, even fast foods are expensive.

Not cheap in Switzerland and such entertainment as shopping. Buying clothes, accessories or shoes in the universally recognized capital of style and fashion - Paris will be three times cheaper than doing it all in Switzerland.

There is compulsory health insurance in the country, so medicine is free here. But, like everything in the most expensive country in the world, the cost of insurance is very high.

And if your income level is much higher than average, you should definitely visit Switzerland.

Norway

Norway with its own characteristics rightfully takes the second place. Non-cash payment method is very widespread in the country; bank cards are accepted everywhere. But if you want to buy a couple of oranges in the market, the card here will be inappropriate. To do this, you will have to look for an ATM to withdraw cash, while a rather large commission will be charged.

The most expensive transport in the world is Norwegian. You can count on a slight discount if you buy a ticket in advance. Compared to Switzerland, fast foods in Norway are not so expensive. But you won’t eat sandwiches alone, and eating at a restaurant will cost at least $ 100.

Bermuda

For a Russian tourist, Bermuda is a great place to warm your tummy in the sun and soak up the sand.

There are very few cars, and the roads and streets are narrow, with bizarre turns. Prices for vehicles are very high. And all because expensive gasoline is here. The cost of 1 liter is 2.5 dollars. Food is also not cheap. Almost all food is brought from the United States, England or Canada.

There is no fresh water in Bermuda. People have to collect rainwater. They drink it after purification.

Australia

In fourth place among the most expensive countries is Australia. Rail transport here is very poorly developed. Tickets are few and expensive. Therefore, large distances have to be overcome on small aircraft. Air travel is not a cheap pleasure. It’s easier and cheaper to travel between cities by bus.

In Australia, it is very common to stay indoors in bars or at wineries. Above a good bar or restaurant there is a small hotel, usually for 3-4 families. That is, you can have dinner in a restaurant, order a bottle of good wine, take a walk around the surroundings, see beautiful landscapes, and then go up to your room. Pleasure is not cheap. And only expensive and decent restaurant hotels are comfortable. In other cases, these are a few beds in a regular hostel.

If we talk about nutrition, then food courts are common in the country. These are specially designated places with many tables where you can buy vegetarian food, seafood, chicken, etc. In such places there is self-service.

Denmark

Denmark ranked fifth in the ranking. It is better to limit your purchases in this country only to the most necessary. Small difficulties can arise here with transport. The main means of transportation are trains.The fare is high. Buses cost a little cheaper, but they do not run much.

The main means of transportation in Denmark among the local population is a bicycle. There are several explanations for this. Firstly, the car tax in the country significantly exceeds its value, secondly, it is cheap, and thirdly, it is good for health.

The country is very expensive real estate. What can I say, everything is expensive here. The Danes collect and return plastic bottles to collection points. And all due to the fact that buying a drink or water in such containers, a tax is taken. Having handed over the bottle, you can get this amount back. And most importantly, with this step, the country is fighting for a clean environment.

Sweden

This fabulous country has always attracted our compatriots to rest for recreation and permanent residence.

A separate topic deserves public transport in the country. The infrastructure and traffic intersection here is excellently developed. But the cost of travel in public transport is sky-high. In Stockholm, a ticket for all types of transport costs 800 CZK.

Staying at a hotel or the most modest hostel when converted for one month is twice the cost of renting an apartment.

Medical care is relatively inexpensive, but dental services in the country are considered the most expensive in the world.

Japan

In seventh place was the country of latest technology. For convenient movement around the country by rail, you can purchase a ticket for a period of 1 to 3 weeks. The number of trips is not limited. The cost of such a ticket for a week is 10,000 rubles.

In Japan, housing is divided into Western and traditional. An ordinary bed-place in a hostel is much cheaper than a traditional-style traditional accommodation. Sleeping places in Internet cafes or capsule hotels are always available - options for people with low incomes. You will not be able to speed up shopping in Japan, as clothing and alcohol are as expensive as possible.

Finland

Probably everyone would like to live in Finland. But with a small wallet, it’s unlikely to make it comfortable.

Real estate in the country is very expensive. After paying the rent, you must additionally leave a deposit, which is equal to another fee for 2 months. In addition, you will also need to pay insurance.

It will be very difficult for a middle-income person to purchase their own housing in this country. The cost of a two-room apartment is about 120,000 euros. In order to purchase a country house, you need to save 350,000 euros.

But in the country low prices for alcoholic beverages. Many of their lovers sit around the clock hugging with a glass of beer.