June is the perfect month for budget-conscious girls to explore these hidden gem cities

Komodo Island • Attractions: Komodo National Park to see Komodo dragons; Padar Island's summit offers panoramic views of tri-colored bays; Pink Beach is one of the world's rare natural pink sand beaches; Manta Point is ideal for snorkeling with giant manta rays; Kanawa Island features crystal-clear waters and white sand beaches, with coral reefs and clownfish visible while snorkeling. • Itinerary: Suggested 4-day/3-night trip. Day 1: Fly to Labuan Bajo, check into a seaside homestay, and enjoy a sunset seafood feast. Day 2: Boat tour to Padar Island, Pink Beach, and Komodo Island. Day 3: Snorkel at Manta Point, relax at Kanawa Island, overnight on boat. Day 4: Visit Labuan Bajo fish market before departure. • Accommodation: Homestays and resorts ranging from ¥300-800/night, such as TA’AKTANA Luxury Collection Resort & Spa Labuan Bajo or Plataran Komodo Beach Resort. • Tips: Strong UV rays require sun protection; maintain safe distance from Komodo dragons with guides; best visited April-October, avoiding rainy season (January-March). Mui Ne • Attractions: Mui Ne Fishing Village for fishing scenes, seafood, and sunsets; Fairy Stream for barefoot wading through red sand dunes and karst formations; Red Sand Dunes for sandboarding with ocean views; White Sand Dunes for ATV rides and photogenic coastal roads. • Accommodation: Centara Mirage Resort (family-friendly); Anantara Mui Ne Resort (Instagrammable); Mia Mui Ne Resort (great value). • Activities: DIY tours with private car hire for half/full-day itineraries. Post-sightseeing, try deep-tissue spa treatments at Rose Spa & Massage or Aloe Spa & Massage. Ibaraki • Attractions: Mito City's historical sites (Kairakuen Garden, Kodokan School, Tokiwa Shrine); Oarai's iconic Oarai Isosaki Shrine, Aqua World aquarium, and coastline. Don’t miss Nakaminato Fish Market for fresh seafood and Hitachi Seaside Park’s seasonal flower fields. • Itinerary: Day 1 – Arrive at Mito Station, visit Tokiwa Shrine/Kairakuen/Kodokan/Mito Museum, stay nearby. Day 2 – Explore Oarai’s shrine, aquarium, and coast before returning to Mito. • Food: Ibaraki rice-based teishoku meals, soba noodles, natto dishes; Oarai’s seafood donburi and grilled fish sets. • Lodging: Convenient JR-EAST Hotel Mets Mito near the station; Hotel Grand View Tsukuba with hot springs and JR Tsuchiura Station access.