Can’t afford Paris? Head to its ‘destination dupe’ Antwerp. What’s this latest travel trend?

Can’t afford Paris? Head to its ‘destination dupe’ Antwerp. What’s this latest travel trend?

‘Fashion dupes’ took off on social media, offering budget-friendly alternatives to pricey items. Now, the concept’s gone globetrotting as ‘destination dupes’, swapping out popular spots for cheaper, quieter, or more unique alternatives – Antwerp instead of Paris, Pattaya over Bangkok. Think less cost, fewer crowds, and maybe even more charm

A man sells miniatures of the Eiffel Tower to tourists in Paris. The French capital is often too crowded because of overtourism and is also expensive. Reuters