Which place is cheaper, Bonaire or Boone?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Boone or Bonaire?
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 Boone and Bonaire can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Boone or Bonaire?
Boone
Boone is located in the beautiful Appalachian Mountains in North Carolina. It is a popular destination in large part because it is the home of Appalachian State University, but even independent of the school, it is a great tourist destination. It also makes a good base for a ski vacation. The town has a population of just over 17,000 and is the county seat of Watauga County. It's named for the well known American pioneer, Daniel Boone. During the summer you can catch an outdoor drama, Horn of the West, that highlights the history of the area during the American Revolutionary War.
Bonaire
An island municipality of the Netherlands, Bonaire resides in the Caribbean, east of Central America and north of Venezuela. It is a part of the ABC Islands together with Aruba and Curaçao, and is best known as a tropical vacation destination with many great dive spots, beaches, lagoons, and wildlife.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to United States of America, and The Best Tours for Seniors to United States of America.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBoone $173Bonaire $256
The average daily cost (per person) in Boone is $173, while the average daily cost in Bonaire is $256. 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 Boone and Bonaire in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBoone $91Bonaire $155
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBoone $182Bonaire $310
Compare Hotels in Boone and Bonaire
Looking for a hotel in Boone or Bonaire? 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: Boone Hotel Prices and Bonaire Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Boone $33Bonaire $65
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bonaire
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Bonaire:
- Private Transfer from Kralendijk City to Kralendijk Cruise Port: $61
- Private Transfer from Kralendijk Cruise Port to Kralendijk city : $59
- Private Transfer from Kralendijk Port to Bonaire Airport (BON): $59
- Airport Transfer Return Included: $44
- Private Transfers from Bonaire airport to any address on Bonaire: $30
Is it cheaper to fly into Boone or Bonaire?
Prices for flights to both Bonaire and Boone 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 dayBoone $53Bonaire $59
Typical Food Prices in Boone
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Boone:
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Restaurant Lunch for 2$20
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Boone $53Bonaire $40
Tours and Activities in Bonaire
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Bonaire are as follows:
- 2 Hours Private Kitesurfing Adventure: $265
- 4 Hours Open Air Party Bus Tour with Beach Stop in Caribbean: $39
- Bioluminescense & Fluoresence Night Snorkel Experience: $61
- Bonaire CaveTour Climb, Snorkel & Explore the Hidden Gems : $83
- Bonaire Essentials Island Tour: $49
- Bonaire Landsailing Adventures: $79
- Bonaire Shore Excursion: The Bonaire Highlights Tour: $83
- Discover Scuba Diving Experience: $139
- Highlights Islandtour North-South-East. Lunch incl.: $140
- Brunch & Snorkel Catamaran Tour: $115
- Catamaran Snorkel & BBQ Sail (cruise friendly): $105
- Cave Adventure: Walk, Climb & Swim: $75
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBoone $26Bonaire $33
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Boone and Bonaire, we can see that Bonaire is more expensive. And not only is Boone much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Boone is in North America and Bonaire 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 Boone would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Boone 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 Bonaire would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Bonaire than you might in Boone.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Boone Expensive? and Is Bonaire Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Boone or Bonaire?
Bonaire has a larger population, and is about 4% larger than the population of Boone. When comparing the sizes of Boone and Bonaire, 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.
Budget Your Trip is all about finding out how much everything costs so that you can travel cheaper and longer. Created by avid travelers Laurie and Bryan, our goal is to help you plan your next trip on the right budget. With average daily travel costs that are calculated from the budgets of real travelers, plus an analysis of hotel and tour prices, you can find out how much money you need to plan your next adventure. We also have plenty of travel advice, accommodation reviews, and activity suggestions.