Which place is cheaper, Saint Croix or Alexandria?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit Alexandria or Saint Croix?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Alexandria and Saint Croix can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Alexandria or Saint Croix?
Alexandria
There are few cities in the world with a history as rich, deep, tragic and fascinating than Alexandria, Egypt. Founded by Alexander the Great in 331 BC, Egypt's second largest city has seen the most extreme ups and extreme downs. The city watched the beautiful and iconic Alexandria Lighthouse crumble to the ground after several natural disasters. The Alexandria Library housed their most sacred and historical documents only to be burned to the ground. These structures may be physically gone, but the history remains. Alexandria is a city with an ancient allure that draws in visitors from all over the world. Alexandria is a survivor city ready for a comeback.
Saint Croix
Sometimes all you want out of a vacation is the warmth of the sun, the sound of the waves and the taste of a cold drink. No more. No less. That's exactly what you can expect in St. Croix.
The largest of the U.S. Virgin Islands, St. Croix is a place of our leisure and relaxation. It's a bit of an expensive lifestyle for its 50,000 residents and daily visitors, but when you're living on island time, money is never a worry. There are no worries on island time.
This once volcanic island is covered in incredible beaches, stunning mountains, palm tress in the wind and historic colonial towns. While they may be a bit old and rundown, the Danish architecture still stands as a unique part of this island's legacy. Don't expect much window-shopping, though. That was not a feature incorporated in this style of architecture. If you want to know if a store is open, just step on in, but remember, shop hours are also running on island time.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Egypt, and The Best Budget Tours to Egypt.
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Alexandria Prices
Egypt PricesSaint Croix Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAlexandria $29Saint Croix $277
The average daily cost (per person) in Alexandria is $29, while the average daily cost in Saint Croix is $277. These costs include accommodation (assuming double occupancy, so the traveler is sharing the room), food, transportation, and entertainment. While every person is different, these costs are an average of past travelers in each destination. What follows is a categorical breakdown of travel costs for Alexandria and Saint Croix in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAlexandria $11Saint Croix $149
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAlexandria $22Saint Croix $298
Compare Hotels in Alexandria and Saint Croix
Looking for a hotel in Alexandria or Saint Croix? Prices vary by location, date, season, and the level of luxury. See below for options and compare which is best for your budget and travel style.
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Our Analysis
We've analyzed the average and typical hotel prices based on guest reviews, star ratings, and hotel amenities here: Alexandria Hotel Prices and Saint Croix Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Alexandria $3.92Saint Croix $35
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Alexandria
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Alexandria:
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Taxi to Train Station$0.08
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Alexandria
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Alexandria:
- Private Day Trip To Egyptian Museum, Citadel & Old Cairo By Private Transfers: $8.00
- Private Transfer from or to Borg Al Arab Airport: $14
- Private Airport Transfer in Alexandria: $24
- Private Transfer Alexandria Hotel to Borg El Arab Airport: $24
- Alexandria Airport Departure Transfer: $25
- Alexandria Airport Departure Transfer: $29
- Alexandria to Alexandria Airport (HBE)-Departure Private Transfer: $36
- Private Transfer from Alexandria Airport to Alexandria Hotels: $40
- Private Transfer from Alexandria Port to Alexandria City Hotels: $43
- Private Transfer from Alexandria Airport (HBE) to Alexandria Port: $43
- transfer from Alexandria to Cairo airport, Cairo & Giza hotels: $45
- Pickup Transfers From Alexandria Borg Al Arab Airport To Alexandria Hotel: $50
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Saint Croix
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Saint Croix:
- Henry E. Rohlsen Airport (STX) to St.Croix - Round-Trip Transfer: $167
- Private Transfer from St. Croix Airport to St. Croix Cruise Port : $87
- Private Transfer from St. Croix Henry E. Rohlsen Airport (STX) to St. Croix : $180
- Private Transfer from St. Croix Port to St. Croix Airport (STX): $87
- Private Transfer from St.Croix Cruise Port to St.Croix hotels: $175
- Private Transfer from St.Croix hotels to St. Croix Cruise Port : $175
- St. Croix to Henry E. Rohlsen Airport (STX) - Departure Transfer: $84
- St. Croix to St. Croix Airport (STX) - Departure Private Transfer: $91
- St.Croix Airport (STX) to St.Croix - Arrival Private Transfer: $91
Is it cheaper to fly into Alexandria or Saint Croix?
Prices for flights to both Saint Croix and Alexandria change regularly based on dates and travel demand. We suggest you find the best prices for your next trip on Kayak, because you can compare the cost of flights across multiple airlines for your prefered dates.
Food
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Food Meals for one dayAlexandria $15Saint Croix $97
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Alexandria
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Alexandria.
- Private Full-Day Food Tour of Alexandria with Hotel Pick Up: $33
- Alexandria Food Tour Top Rated: $40
- Food Tour in Alexandria for Lunch or Dinner in The Best Restaurants: $45
- Private Food Tour To The Famous Restaurant In Alexandria : $45
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Saint Croix
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Saint Croix.
- A Evening Cultural Experience Through Food Cooking Class St. Croix: $90
- A Morning Cultural Experience Through Food Cooking Class St. Croix: $90
- C'sted Sip & Savor Mixology Class with VI Food Tours: $131
- Taste of Twin City Food Tour with VI Food Tours: $145
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Alexandria $5.47Saint Croix $58
Tours and Activities in Alexandria
Here are a few actual costs in Alexandria for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Alexandria day tour.The catacomb, pompy's pillar,the citedal: $5.00
- Alexandria Free Walking Tour Discover the Hidden Gems: $5.00
- Group Tour to the landmarks of Alexandria from Alexandria city : $20
- Private Day Tour National Museum & Roman Theater & Catacomb In Alexandria: $27
- Private Alexandria Highlights Guided Day Tour: $30
- Alexandria Group Tour from Cairo : $30
- Catacombs of kom el shoqafa Guided Walking Tour: $30
- Alexandria by night private tour by horse carriage ride : $35
- Guided City Walking Tour: $35
- Graeco Roman Museum Guided Walking Tour by a Storyteller: $35
- Alexandria Half day Tour: $35
- Exclusive Tour Alexandria, It's newly opened Greek & Roman Museum: $35
Tours and Activities in Saint Croix
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Saint Croix are as follows:
- Christiansted's Artisan Shopping Tour: $33
- St. Croix Ghost Tour of Historic Christiansted: $45
- Frederiksted Moke Tour: $75
- The Frederiksted St. Croix Sea Turtles Snorkeling Tour: $89
- Guided Kayak Tour of Salt River Bay Ecology and History: $115
- St Croix Island Tour: $118
- Parasail Experience in St Croix: $132
- Horseback Riding Experience: $160
- Private Sailing Tour of Pirate Waters and Shipwrecks: $175
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAlexandria $1.48Saint Croix $27
Sample the Local Flavors in Saint Croix
Also in Saint Croix, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Farm to Bottle Tour at Prosperity Farm Distillery: $35
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Alexandria and Saint Croix, we can see that Saint Croix is more expensive. And not only is Alexandria much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Alexandria is in Africa and Saint Croix is in Caribbean Islands, this is one of the main reasons why the costs are so different, as different regions of the world tend to have overall different travel costs. So, traveling to Alexandria would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Alexandria and be able to afford a more luxurious travel style by staying in nicer hotels, eating at more expensive restaurants, taking tours, and experiencing more activities. The same level of travel in Saint Croix would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Saint Croix than you might in Alexandria.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Alexandria Expensive? and Is Saint Croix Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Alexandria or Saint Croix?
Both destinations experience a warmer climate with nice weather most of the year. Instead of summer and winter seasons, they usually have a rainy season and a dry season.
Should I visit Alexandria or Saint Croix in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Alexandria and Saint Croix. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Alexandria year-round. Saint Croix attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In July, Alexandria usually receives less rain than Saint Croix. Alexandria gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Saint Croix receives 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain each month for the summer.
In July, Alexandria is generally around the same temperature as Saint Croix. Daily temperatures in Alexandria average around 26°C (79°F), and Saint Croix fluctuates around 29°C (83°F).
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyAlexandria 26°C (79°F)Saint Croix 29°C (83°F)
Should I visit Alexandria or Saint Croix in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Alexandria as well as Saint Croix. Alexandria attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Saint Croix throughout the year.
It's quite rainy in Saint Croix. Alexandria usually gets less rain in October than Saint Croix. Alexandria gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Saint Croix receives 146 mm (5.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
Alexandria is cooler than Saint Croix in the autumn. The daily temperature in Alexandria averages around 22°C (72°F) in October, and Saint Croix fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberAlexandria 22°C (72°F)Saint Croix 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Alexandria or Saint Croix in the Winter?
Both Saint Croix and Alexandria are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Alexandria throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Saint Croix because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In January, Alexandria usually receives more rain than Saint Croix. Alexandria gets 50 mm (2 in) of rain, while Saint Croix receives 43 mm (1.7 in) of rain each month for the winter.
In the winter, Alexandria is much colder than Saint Croix. Typically, the winter temperatures in Alexandria in January average around 13°C (55°F), and Saint Croix averages at about 26°C (78°F).
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryAlexandria 13°C (55°F)Saint Croix 26°C (78°F)
Should I visit Alexandria or Saint Croix in the Spring?
Both Saint Croix and Alexandria during the spring are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Alexandria because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Saint Croix year-round.
Alexandria usually gets less rain in April than Saint Croix. Alexandria gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Saint Croix receives 72 mm (2.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
In April, Alexandria is generally cooler than Saint Croix. Daily temperatures in Alexandria average around 19°C (66°F), and Saint Croix fluctuates around 27°C (80°F).
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilAlexandria 19°C (66°F)Saint Croix 27°C (80°F)
Typical Weather for Saint Croix and Alexandria
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 13°C (55°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) |
| Feb | 13°C (55°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |
| Mar | 16°C (61°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Apr | 19°C (66°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) |
| May | 22°C (72°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) |
| Jun | 23°C (73°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) |
| Jul | 26°C (79°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 29°C (83°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 101 mm (4 in) |
| Sep | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 127 mm (5 in) |
| Oct | 22°C (72°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 146 mm (5.7 in) |
| Nov | 19°C (66°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 126 mm (4.9 in) |
| Dec | 14°C (57°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 26°C (80°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
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