If you are looking for a destination for your next vacation, don’t miss this European destination, it has everything you are looking for, even very low prices.
Summer is approaching and for many it is time to plan their holidays. It is therefore good to know that by broadening your horizons a little you can find noteworthy destinations. This is the case of Moldova, which is truly a treasure chest of hidden treasures under various profiles. First of all, it is very cheap, you can easily eat at a restaurant for just 5 euros. However, this is not synonymous with poor quality, on the contrary. The particular history of this beautiful nation and the multiple territorial influences characterize Moldovan cuisine in a unique way, leaving pleasant memories in all Italian and European tourists. The cuisine is only one of the strong points of Moldova, famous throughout the world (and for millennia) for its wines, rich in history and culture. Despite this, there are few tourists and it is therefore easier to visit the places calmly and peacefully.
In Moldova you can eat for 5 euros and find few tourists
If you look closely, tourism is the only sector in which Moldova really fails, having been dubbed for years as "the least visited in Europe". The causes of this phenomenon are various, undoubtedly linked to the small size of the State and the historical and political vicissitudes that involve it. This generates a chain effect, because the destination appears less appealing. Many think that there are not many places to visit or to stay in, for example, because the territories are purely rural. In reality, the picturesque landscapes of Moldova are the jewel in the crown of the country but they do not take anything away from the rest.
Chișinău, the capital, in particular offers everything you could wish for as soon as you get off the plane (but it can also be reached by land). Nightlife, excursions, historical buildings, hotel facilities, restaurants and much more, all well connected by public transport. The difference in costs compared to Italy, then, allows you to indulge in a few more whims without having to worry about budget. The choice is really wide. Although it is worth trying the local cuisine, there is no shortage of fast food, pizzerias and places with international cuisine. All at very low prices or in any case always convenient.
As for pizza, in fact, there are no big differences in cost compared to some Italian cities, even if always lower. We are talking about a pizza margherita at around 4.50 euros, now a distant reality for many Italians. In this case, you also have to take into account the additional costs for restaurateurs in the supply of raw materials, inevitably those who want to eat typical Italian dishes will have to spend more than the average. However, let’s rely on the king of fast food to offer an easy and immediate yardstick for comparison. In the capital, a McToast costs 1.10 euros, in Italy 1.60 euros. In Moldova, 6 Chicken McNuggets cost more or less 2.70 euros, in Italy no less than 5.20 euros. For example, with 1.50 euros you can buy the famous sarmale, typical meat-filled rolls famous throughout Eastern Europe, to take away and taste the many Moldovan versions.
No less important, flights to Chișinău are also decidedly cheap compared to other European capitals, as are the costs of staying in hotels. In this regard, however, it should be remembered that there are no bilateral agreements on healthcare, therefore it may be useful to take out an insurance policy to cover any unforeseen events and medical expenses. However, no particular formalities are required to enter the country. Although it is still only a candidate for membership in the European Union, it accepts EU citizens simply in possession of a valid identification document for expatriation. Currently, it seems that the paper identity card is no longer accepted and that a residual validity of at least 3 months is required, but before traveling it is advisable to consult the updated indications from the Italian Embassy in Moldova. It will also be necessary to organize to change the currency, from euros to Moldovan lei (mld).
Original article published on Money.it Italy 2025-04-27 22:54:46. Original title: In questo Paese europeo con pochi turisti mangi al ristorante con soli 5€
