- Post Office Travel Money's "City Costs Barometer" for 2026 identified five emerging Eastern European cities as the most affordable for short breaks, after surveying a record 50 destinations.
- Sarajevo , Bosnia and Herzegovina, was ranked the cheapest at £248 for a weekend, while Bucharest , Tirana , Belgrade , and Trenĉin, also sit in the top five.
- In western Europe , Lille (£289) and Strasbourg (£319) were highlighted as best value, both accessible by Eurostar and train.
- The report noted a significant price increase, with the cost of tourist items rising by over 20 per cent in seven cities compared to 2025.
- Among UK capitals, Cardiff (£378) offered the best value, while Edinburgh (£668) was among Europe 's most expensive.
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