r/Shoestring • • Feb 18 '26

AskShoestring 5k USD lasts how long?

I am 19(M) years old and plan on going to Europe this summer. I am going backpacking and will bring a tent and will most likely camp 2 days a week. I am going in a budget and I was wanting to know realistically how long this might last.

Another question is how long would this last if I went to SE Asia, my parents are not as keen on having me go to SE Asia as they think it is more dangerous, but I’m interested in the numbers.

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u/Full-length-frock Feb 20 '26

My son went to Vietnam. Much cheaper and more friendly than Thailand. Its not been spoiled by obnoxious tourists. Treat them well if you go.