Which place is cheaper, Azores or Amalfi?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Amalfi and Azores can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.
The town of Amalfi is at the heart of the Amalfi Coast, a region of Italy known for dramatic coastline, ritzy hotels, delicious food, and warm weather. Amalfi was the capital of a small republic in the middle ages known as the Duchy of Amalfi, when it dominated the seas by trade and power. Later, in the early 20th century, the town and the region became known as a place where wealthy travelers would spend their vacations.
The Azores are a group of nine volcanic islands in the Atlantic Ocean off the coast of Portugal. Although the islands were created through volcanic activity, there is far less activity now, making the Azores the perfect beach escape. Most people speak Portuguese, or a dialect of it, with English spoken primarily by those in the tourism industry.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours from Rome, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Italy, The Best Tours for Seniors to Portugal, and The Best G Adventures Tours to Portugal.
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Amalfi is €201, while the average daily cost in Azores is €0.00. 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 Amalfi and Azores in more detail.
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Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Amalfi:
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Amalfi:
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Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Amalfi:
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Amalfi.
Here are a few actual costs in Amalfi for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
Here are a few samples of the prices for alcohol and nightlife in Amalfi from other travelers:
Also in Amalfi, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Amalfi and Azores, we can see that Amalfi is more expensive. And not only is Azores much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Azores would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Azores 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 Amalfi would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Amalfi than you might in Azores.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Amalfi Expensive? and Is Azores Expensive?.
Azores has a larger population, and is about 40 times larger than the population of Amalfi. When comparing the sizes of Amalfi and Azores, keep in mind that a larger population does not always imply the destination has more attractions or better activities. So, always research the type of place that you want to visit along with the activities and attractions that interest you.