For economy however, one has to look beyond the world’s most famous red light district of Amsterdam, where while anything sexual goes, it comes with high sticker prices.

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For the budget minded sex tourist, the #1 Budget Red Light District is Patpong Thailand. The go-go bars, blowjob bars, and sex-show bars are reasonably priced, and also very “varied” in their entertainment styles – ping-pong balls withstanding. Patpong is a highly developed red light, even employing a tourist police station.

Another budget red light district that comes with police protection and even a health clinic is Boy’s Town in Nuevo Laredo Mexico. This #2 Budget Red Light District features “cribs” for those that don’t drink alcohol or don’t want to pay high prices for bar drinks when engaging in some nightly entertainment. There is just you, a woman (or a man), and a small clean room with budget beverages.

The #3 Budget Red Light District is one of India’s oldest and largest in all of Asia: Kamathipura. Located in Mumbia, it’s cheap, crowded, and extremely dirty in all senses of the word. Here you will find anything you can ask for, and not have to pay hardly anything at all, although the HIV infection rates of sex workers is thought to be 40% or more on the positive side.

The bad news of David Carradine’s recent death in the capital of Thailand is, ironically, good news for Bangkok’s sex tourism industry. After all, any kind of kinky or potentially dangerous sex should always be performed with a partner, and you don’t have to look far in Bangkok to find a woman – or man – willing.

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However, sex partners for hire don’t come cheap, and with the rate of the Thai Baht well below 50 to 1 Euro, sex is more expensive than it has been in the past. Still, as long as you are willing to pay the fees, the thousands of popular massage bathhouses welcome you day and night. Here you can get a nice scrub down, Thai massage, and then anything else that you desire.

These bathhouses are actually more like cheap budget hotels, but you only get to stay in the room for an hour or so. The reception areas don’t offer free tea and coffee, but you can buy an expensive beer while you decide on your “masseuse.” They are all on display, you see, behind a large plate glass window, sitting and smiling and winking, all trying to get your attention. You just have to choose the Thai girl, boy, or ladyboy that takes your fancy.

Then you are escorted to your rented room, which is invariably equipped with a Jacuzzi of some sort, a couch, and a massage table or bed. That’s where all the fun begins.

Do not let the bill surprise you. Some of the more unscrupulous houses offer an upfront cost of, say, 1500 Baht, but once things get all wet and soapy in the whirlpool, services other than a scrub and rub could cost you another 1000 Baht or more. So expect to spend about 2500 or so for a decent bath, massage and… well, your imagination is the only limit there. The more established and reputable places will provide an all-in service for a flat rate. Don’t be shy, and be sure to ask exactly what the cover charge includes in the way of services.

Areas such as Patong are the most expensive and you can find yourself waking up in the morning wondering where $200 went! The biggest money traps are the girlie bars because you find yourself buying the girls drinks all night and not realizing the separate prices. A “girlie drink” can cost up to three times as much as your exact same drink. Beware of that one.

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Patong is indeed expensive for a night out and if you realize you are paying more than 100bht for a bottle of beer, you are being overcharged.

Karon, Kata, Chalong, Rawai and Kamala have much more reasonable bars, charging anywhere from 70bht to 90bht per beer. This is the going rate.

Nightclubs on Bangla Road, Patong will charge you 200bht for a bottle of beer and even more for spirits. So if you are on a tight budget its better to stay away from these places.

Karon and Kata have hundreds of girlie bars and normal drinking establishments with fairly priced drinks and friendly atmospheres. You will meet a wide variety of people from different countries and will soon make friends within the hedonistic holiday atmosphere.

One of the cheapest places for a night out is Chalong. Here you will find bars of all types and enjoying listening to the stories from the local expats who have resided in Phuket for years.

In the predominantly Thai Phuket Town, you can enjoy a great night out at discotheques such as Jammin’ and Timberhut. Although most of the party people will be Thai, there will be a fair few westerners dancing the night away to a mixture of DJs and live bands.

The cheapest aspect about Phuket Town is you can buy a bottle of Whiskey from the convenience store, take it inside Jammin’ and pay a small “corkage” charge. You are welcome to sit there all night sipping away on your whiskey and only paying out for mixers such as coke and tonic water.

Three of the most preserved and photographed are the pyramids of Giza, situated just outside of the Egyptian capital of Cairo. These structures were built around 2500 B.C. and are immense. Commonly known as pyramids built during the Old Kingdom, the other newer pyramids, but still thousands of years old, were known as the Middle Kingdom Pyramids.

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Over time, the pyramids became smaller, as centralized power was reduced and the cost and time to build them became less important. As time went by, the pyramids were shoddily and hastily built.

But they still remain for you to enjoy. And easily accessible by road or via the Nile river, as all pyramids are on the banks of this majestic river.

There are approximately 80 pyramids discovered. Some are in quite an advanced state of disrepair while others are standing up well under the current meteorological conditions and time. Due to the shifting sands of the Egyptian desert, experts believe there may be more under the sand and yet to be discovered.

Luckily, the newest pyramid to be discovered was in November 2008, that of Queen Sesheshet, located at Saqqara.

Along with the beauty of these structures, the hieroglyphics written in and around them and the sheer manpower needed to build them, makes the pyramids of Egypt a worthwhile holiday location for the entire family.

Santa Maria Maior de Lisboa or the Cathedral of Lisbon is the oldest church in the city, originally constructed in 1147, but has undergone some renovation over the years, due to earthquakes in past years. There is no admission fee and visitors are able to walk around and take in its absolute splendour. While the main entrance to the cathedral looks like a fortress with its two towers either side, the interior is absolutely stunning and will have you gazing in awe at its pure beauty. With its grand columns and magnificent sculptures, it really is a sight to behold. Any visitor to Portugal should most definitely have a visit here high on their itinerary. There are a lot of photographic opportunities to be had, not only from the inside but the outside also. A day spent walking around here is a day well spent.

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Castle of St George

While in Lisbon a visit to the Castle of St George should be high on your to see list, not only is it free but it also holds a lot of Portuguese history within its great walls .Legend has it that the siege of Lisbon which took place in 1147, owes part of its success to knight Martim Moniz who noticed that one of the great castle doors was open and thrust his body down to the floor to ensure that they could not close it, sacrificing his life to do so. After several earthquakes and much neglect, the 1940’s saw a change and after renovation work took place, it became a very popular tourist attraction. The castle grounds are quite large and the views it offers from the towers of the surrounding area are quite something. Anyone visiting the area should most definitely pay a visit here.

If there is one sight that you need to see while in Bangkok, it would have to be the absolutely stunning Grand Palace. It was built in 1782 and for the first one hundred and fifty years was home to the king of Thailand. The palace has seen many visitors over past years and the number grows, as they come to gaze in absolute awe at its immense beauty. It really is a spectacular sight and holds a vast amount of Thai history and culture. Inside the palace complex are many amazing sights which will astound you and leave you with a feeling of absolute peace. There is a small charge of 200baht which is £2 and for the pure delight which the palace offers, is a small price to pay. If you do come to Thailand a visit here is a must.

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Eat out at a Bangkok Night Market

When visiting the beautiful country which is Thailand and you visit Bangkok, you cannot leave without stopping off at one of the many night markets. You will be truly amazed at the fantastic sights that the markets have to offer. There is a saying; if you cannot buy it in Thailand then it is not for sale. These excellent night markets are an experience, you can walk around for hours without making a purchase, or maybe stop at one of the many food stalls, enjoy food like you have never tasted before, for literally pennies. There is so much on offer that you hare spoilt for choice, you can browse the hundreds of stalls, selling everything from clothing to ornaments and then sit and enjoy a drink and the best food you will ever taste. The people are very friendly and always willing to assist you in any way they can. A must see.

Muddum Gallery can be found in Letna, it is packed full of things to do and is free on certain days. It has so much to offer people of all ages and is very child friendly. They offer everything from fascinating pieces of art, to world cinema and art and drawing workshops this is a must for any visitor staying in Prague, or just passing through. Many of the free events take place on specific days so checking beforehand is advisable, free screenings of the many films they show do actually offer free food to, so it really is worth checking out. The Muddam Art Space exhibition which features Sepia Dreams should be seen but again, check for times when it is free to view. A fantastic and varied venue which should be top of your itinerary, a great place all round with lots to offer.

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Letna Park

A visit to Prague would be incomplete without a visit to the beautiful Letna Park, it is situated on a plateau above the city and offers stunning views of the park and its surroundings. It has some fantastic walkways where you can just amble along taking in all its beauty, the paths all lead to a central point where you will find giant slabs of marble which were once a giant statue of the dictator Stalin which was destroyed in 1962. The park is not only used by visitors but is also a place of tranquillity by the residents, it is a haven for most as it gets you away from the noise of the traffic and city sounds. The Hanavsky Pavilion, which can be found by the west entrance, is a spectacular piece of architecture made of cast iron, so make sure you have your camera.

No trip to Singapore would be complete without a visit to the Merlion Park, the Merlion which is a massive statue of a lion’s head with the body of a fish. It was originally designed by Mr Fraser Brunner in 1964 and was specifically used as the emblem for the Singapore Tourism Board and since then has become an icon to the world. It stands over eight and a half metres high and weighs seventy tonnes. The head itself represents a lion which was seen by Prince Sang Nila Utama in 11AD and represents the actual beginning of Singapore when it was a small fishing village. It is constantly spraying a water fountain into the river which it watches over, a must see and absolutely free.

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Singapore Botanical Gardens

The Singapore Botanic Gardens is a stunning monument to Sir Stamford Raffles, who was one of the founding members of Singapore. At its present site which was founded in 1859 and was originally meant to be an ornamental park and leisure garden. It has seen much change over many years and management of the garden has changed hands many times. You can wander the grounds and take in all its beauty free of charge, it has many new attractions such as the ginger garden and a spectacular children’s garden and much more besides. It is a great day out for all the family and will not cost a thing. This tropical paradise garden is renowned as a very popular tourist attraction and should not be missed.

One of the main sights to see while in Rome would have to be the Trevi Fountain, not only is it a world renown landmark but it is absolutely free. It is set in the cobbled stone streets in Trevi Square, right in the heart of Rome’s historic centre. The Fountain itself was commissioned by Pope Clement X11 in 1732 after the original plans were dismissed by the previous Pope, designed by Nicola Salvi and then took thirty years to build. It is a Baroque design with Neptune, the god of the sea as the central figure riding a shell shaped chariot being drawn by two sea horses. It is a truly magnificent site and has even appeared in several movies in past years. It is a perfect place to sit and relax and study it’s amazing architecture and it is open twenty four hours a day.

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The Pantheon

The Pantheon should be high on anyone’s list of things to see while in Rome, a remarkable building which is two thousand years old. Admission to this very historic Temple is completely free to the public , which makes it even more worthwhile to visit. The word Pantheon is the name for the collection of gods, who’s statues were once worshipped here all those years ago. Located in the Piazza Dell Rotonda and is the best preserved building in the city, as you walk up to the massive bronze doors, which are among very few to have survived from ancient times, you will be taken back to those times as you gaze in awe at it’s magnificent splendour . It is advisable to visit earl in the morning before the crowds amass , that way you can walk around in total silence and be transported back to ancient Rome.

Although Phuket can be an expensive holiday, there are loads of things to keep you occupied for free.

Obviously the beach is the perfect starting point. Sun loungers cost money to hire, so take a beach mat and wile away a few hours gazing out to the crystal blue waters of the Andaman Sea.

If you have access to transport you could drive along the west-coast and enjoy the breathtaking views and luscious jungle scenery. The south-western coastline is home to the Kata Viewpoint perched amidst the lofty heights of a dramatic mountainside. From this beautiful vantage point you can overlook the ocean, Kata Noi and Kata Beach.

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At the southernmost tip of Phuket you will find the Laem Promthep Viewpoint at Rawai. This is where everybody congregates around 6:15pm to watch that famous Phuket sunset. This is a purposely built viewpoint with a lighthouse and everything is for free, so enjoy the sights.

Chalong Temple

Visiting a Buddhist temple is always a perfect opportunity to soak in the famous and colorful Thai culture. I would recommend Chalong Temple because it’s one of the most aesthetically pleasing and within a five-minute drive from the ever-growing reputation of the Big Buddha Temple, also situated in Chalong.

Big Buddha is a large golden Buddha statue and temple positioned upon one of Phuket’s highest mountains. The views are the most dramatic you will find on the island. There is also the added bonus of viewing the monkeys which live on the mountainside. The Big Buddha monument isn’t fully completed, but this matters not. The views are well worth the journey alone and you will absolutely love it, everybody does!