Istanbul Romantic Outing Estimated at 163 Euros According to Study
Istanbul, Turkey, has been named the most affordable city in Europe for a romantic date, according to Deutsche Bank's annual "Cheap Date Index." The study calculates the average cost of a typical evening out for two, including expenses such as a bottle of wine, clothes, coffee, dinner at a mid-range restaurant, movie tickets, public transport, and short taxi rides.
The cost of a date night in Istanbul is approximately 163 euros ($192), making it the cheapest city in Europe, followed by Prague (€186) and Budapest (€192). Other European cities, such as Amsterdam (€290), Dublin (€283), Brussels (€275), Vienna (€253), Athens (€218), and Lisbon (€214), have higher average date costs.
However, it's important to note that the study did not consider local purchasing power when calculating the costs. This means that while Istanbul is the cheapest city in terms of euros, its affordability may not be as significant when considering the city's residents' average income.
The cost of dating in Istanbul has surged significantly over the past five years. The typical date night cost has increased by 840 percent in Turkish Lira and 84 percent in euros. Despite this increase, Istanbul still remains the most affordable city for a date in Europe.
On the opposite end of the spectrum, Geneva is the most expensive European city for a date, with costs nearly double those in Istanbul (around $471, approximately €435). Other expensive European cities for a date include Zurich (€393), Copenhagen (€337), Oslo (€321), London (€313), and Edinburgh (€297).
Globally, New York is noted as the most expensive city for dating, with a typical date costing €301, ranking 6th among 67 cities worldwide. Bangalore, India, is the cheapest city globally, with a date costing only about €88.
The "Cheap Date Index" also includes cities like Tel Aviv-Yafo (€291), Buenos Aires (€252), Los Angeles (€244), Dubai (€244), and Tokyo (€184), which are moderate to expensive, while cities like Shanghai, Cape Town, and Rio de Janeiro are relatively affordable with dates costing below €150.
In conclusion, Istanbul stands out as the most affordable European city for dating, while cities like Geneva, Amsterdam, and Dublin are among the most expensive. Brussels and Vienna are also costly options, making it essential for couples to plan their budgets accordingly when planning a romantic evening out in these cities.
Personal finance is crucial when planning a date in expensive cities like Geneva, where a typical date night costs nearly double that in Istanbul. Effective budgeting can help couples afford romantic evenings in cities such as Brussels and Vienna, which are among the costliest European cities for dating.
