Well, today we're talking about traveling on a budget.

We'll do a cost breakdown of a typical tourist's day in a popular city based on popular restaurants, activities, and hotels.

Once we round up the dream day, we will then go on to offer budget-friendly alternatives in each of those three categories.

Today's popular city: Dubai.

Here's how to spend a day in Dubai for less than $100.

Dubai is one of the seven emirates that make up the United Arab Emirates.

The global city is known for ultra-modern architecture and its world-class shopping experiences.

Dubai also happens to be one of the most expensive cities in the Middle East.

To create my dream-day itinerary, I'm going to use TripAdvisor, which is my go-to site for everything travel related.

Our first pick will be a place to eat.

I chose At.Mosphere, which is a fine-dining restaurant.

At.Mosphere is the world's highest restaurant, conveniently located in the Burj Khalifa, which is the world's tallest building.

It's located on the 122nd floor and is described as an exclusive, award-winning fine-dining venue.

The average cost for lunch is $102.09 for just an entree.

This does not include starters or drinks.

Our dream-day itinerary is already over our $100 spending limit, but let's keep it going.

Since our choice to eat was in the Burj Khalifa, it would make the most sense to stay here for our top activity.

Head up to the observatory deck on the 124th floor.

As of 2010, the Burj Khalifa is the world's tallest tower.

When browsing for tickets on their website, I stumbled upon a special promotion that includes admission to the observation deck and admission into the Dubai Aquarium for $55.94.

The Dubai Aquarium houses one of the world's largest suspended tanks.

In my opinion, that price isn't so bad for two top activities.

After a long day out, you're going to want a good night's rest.

Atlantis, The Palm, Dubai is a Travelers' Choice 2019 winner.

The five-star hotel offers both relaxation and adventurous thrills for couples and families.

It has a water park, aquarium, and celebrity-chef restaurants.

The average cost for the cheapest room, the Ocean King room, is $355.29.

It does include unlimited access to the water park and aquarium.

But how much time will you spend in an aquarium and a water park if the purpose is to go out and explore the city?

So there we have it, one place to eat, one thing to do, well, technically two, and a place to sleep.

And our total round-up is $513.32.

Come on, that's horrible.

OK, OK, let's not forget it is possible to spend less than $100 and have just as much of a good time.

I'm going to dive right into our first category: a place to eat.

If you're looking to save money on food but want good food, head to the Bur Dubai neighborhood.

Forget fine dining for just a second and allow yourself to eat in a more authentic way.

A chicken tikka at Chicken Tikka Inn will cost $5, and a regular dosa from Yummy Dosa will cost you as little as $3.

That's probably enough to keep you fueled for the next few hours.

While you're out eating street food, wander through the souks of Dubai for free.

Dubai is known for its luxurious shopping experiences.

I'm talking markets filled with gold.

Head to Dubai's Gold Souk to window-shop in one of the largest gold markets in the world.

Nearby is the Spice Souk, where thousands of spices are sold.

Again, it's free to wander, but if you come across something you like, buy it!

Market retailers are accustomed to haggling, but please be considerate with the prices you are asking for.

Look around carefully for bargains.

Spices are sold both by weight and in packets.

According to one TripAdvisor review, a packet of saffron could be priced around $4 per gram and bargained down to $1 per gram.

And now for our last category.

I'm a firm believer in Airbnbs and other home-sharing rentals.

Because, look, having a full kitchen to cook your own meals really makes a difference in your pockets.

You can rent this entire apartment on Airbnb for just $54 per night.

Not only do you get a bedroom and full kitchen, but you also have access to a gym, pool, and balcony that offers views of downtown Dubai.

Our new 24-hour itinerary.

And the total cost for the day:

$62, yes!

You know what that means.

That means we get a bonus.

With extra money in our pockets, we get to spend it on something else.

For $35 you can visit the Dubai Aquarium and underwater zoo, which is also located in the Dubai mall where you can explore for free.

It is the largest mall in the world.

With our new bonus activity, the final amount is now $97.

That, my friends, is a day in Dubai for less than $100 and includes more than what the first itinerary offered.

What cities do you want us to create itineraries for?

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