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Why I avoid hostel kitchens and eat street food on trips
Lots of folks in budget travel groups say you have to use hostel kitchens to save money on food. I totally disagree after my last trip to Thailand. I tried cooking a few times, but buying ingredients at convenience stores was surprisingly pricey. Instead, I hit up the local street food stalls. For example, I got a full plate of pad thai for the equivalent of $1.50. It was fresh, delicious, and ready in minutes. Comparing costs, a simple pasta meal in the hostel would have cost me more in time and money. So, I think embracing local cheap eats is the smarter way to stick to a budget while traveling.
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