Becoming a part of the EU in 2004, Slovakia used to be a part of Czechoslovakia. Now, it is its own country with its own identity and a growing economy. Slovakia’s border neighbors are Poland, Ukraine, Hungary, Austria, and of course, the Czech Republic.
Slovakia’s official language is Slovak, and it is spoken by its population of nearly 5.5 million. Other than beautiful architecture, Slovakia is also home to some of the world’s best ski slopes.
Local purchasing power is 35.25% lower
Rent is 83.51% cheaper
Groceries are 61.16% cheaper
Local goods and services are 55.1% cheaper
Cyprus
This beautiful Mediterranean island has fabulous beaches and warm weather. This explains why it is such a tourist magnet.
Cyprus is divided into two parts – the Turkish part in the north, and the Greek part in the south. While the people of Cyprus speak Greek or Turkish, you should find your way around there pretty easily as an English speaker.
Local purchasing power is 4.08% lower
Rent is 87.72% cheaper
Groceries are 55.94% cheaper
Local goods and services are 45.93% cheaper
Hungary
This Eastern European country is home to some breathtaking architecture and cultural centers. People who dream of traveling Europe should definitely put Budapest (the capital) on their lists, even if only to enjoy the nightlife and mineral spas.
Unsurprisingly, the official language in Hungary is Hungarian, but since the country borders with Serbia, Croatia, and Slovenia, it wouldn't be hard to find minorities that speak Serbian, Croatian and Slovenian.
Local purchasing power is 52.48% lower
Rent is 87.33% cheaper
Groceries are 66.38% cheaper
Local goods and services are 57.23% cheaper
Uganda
Once a war-stricken dictatorship, Uganda can now take pride in itself as an independent country with a stable economy. It is home to nearly 46 million people, whose official language is English.
Uganda's terrain, flora, and fauna make it true heaven on earth. It is home to Lake Victoria, the Rwenzori Mountains, and a great variety of wildlife.
Local purchasing power is 80.58% lower
Rent is 93.17% cheaper
Groceries are 70.59% cheaper
Local goods and services are 65.86% cheaper
Belarus
Belarus may not have beaches to enjoy, but this European country has a lot of other things to offer, such as picturesque villages, diverse wildlife, and stunning hiking trails.
Once a part of the Soviet Union, this country borders Poland, Russia, Lithuania, Ukraine, and Latvia. Its population of nearly 9.5 million speaks Belarusian or Russian.
Local purchasing power is 63.57% lower
Rent is 87.79% cheaper
Groceries are 72.81% cheaper
Local goods and services are 66.16% cheaper