Which place is cheaper, Round Pond or Boone?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Boone or Round Pond?
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 Round Pond can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Boone or Round Pond?
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.
Round Pond
Round Pond is a little village located in the town of Bristol, formerly known as Pemaquid. The area draws visitors for a closer to nature experience along Maine's rugged coastline. Bristol also houses the villages of New Harbor, Pemaquid, Bristol Mills, and Chamberlain, which all make up this popular fishing and resort area.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBoone $173Round Pond $145
The average daily cost (per person) in Boone is $173, while the average daily cost in Round Pond is $145. 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 Round Pond in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBoone $91Round Pond $70
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBoone $182Round Pond $140
Compare Hotels in Boone and Round Pond
Looking for a hotel in Boone or Round Pond? 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.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Boone $33Round Pond $60
Is it cheaper to fly into Boone or Round Pond?
Prices for flights to both Round Pond 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 $53Round Pond $40
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
Typical Food Prices in Round Pond
Some typical examples of dining costs in Round Pond are as follows:
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Lunch for Two$28
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Boone $53Round Pond $20
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBoone $26Round Pond $12
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Boone and Round Pond, we can see that Boone is more expensive. And not only is Round Pond much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Round Pond would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Round Pond 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 Boone would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Boone than you might in Round Pond.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Boone Expensive? and Is Round Pond Expensive?.
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.