Which place is cheaper, San Juan or Boone?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Boone or San Juan?
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 San Juan can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Boone or San Juan?
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.
San Juan
If you've ever set foot on a Caribbean cruise, you've probably spent a bit of time in San Juan, Puerto Rico. However, maybe you should consider spending more than just a port day in this beautiful and historically rich city.
As the capital and largest city in all of Puerto Rico, San Juan is home to approximately 400,000 people. Established in 1521, it is also the second oldest European-founded settlement in the Americas.
As this city fuses a historic paradise with modern day energy, it has absolutely everything to offer. Intellectual wanderers, beach bums, rainforest adventurers and radical surfers will all find plenty to do in San Juan.
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 $173San Juan $192
The average daily cost (per person) in Boone is $173, while the average daily cost in San Juan is $192. 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 San Juan in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBoone $91San Juan $124
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBoone $182San Juan $248
Compare Hotels in Boone and San Juan
Looking for a hotel in Boone or San Juan? 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 San Juan Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Boone $33San Juan $14
Hired Cars and Shuttles in San Juan
Also for San Juan, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- San Juan Airport (SJU): Private Transfer to San Juan Port: $280
- San Juan Puerto Rico Cruise Port: Transfer to San Juan hotel: $280
- HandyCap Transfer Airport to Dorado, Rio Grande or Luquillo: $270
- Transfer from San Juan to South coast- Ponce or Guanica: $250
- Transfer from San Juan to Río Grande, Loíza or Luquillo: $135
- Puerto Rico Island Wide Transfer, 16Pax Mercedes Van, Select Zone: $130
- Arrival Private Transfer SJU Airport to Old San Juan by SUV: $125
- Transfers from San Juan to Adjuntas or Utuado: $113
- Puerto Rico Island Wide Private Transfers, 14Pax Lux Sprinter Van: $112
- Private Taxi Transfer from San Juan Airport (SJU) to Dorado PR: $110
- Puerto Rico Island Wide Transfer, Navigator L LuxSUV, Select Zone: $102
- HandyCap Airport Transfer to Isla Verde, Condado or Ocean Park: $100
Is it cheaper to fly into Boone or San Juan?
Prices for flights to both San Juan 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 $53San Juan $36
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
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in San Juan
For San Juan, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- From Pinones Beach & Bar Hopping Food Tour: $50
- Piñones Bar Crawl and Beach Hop Food Tour with Drinks: $56
- Puerto Rican food tasting and beginner cooking Tour: $99
- Elevated Dinner Experience (4 Courses) City Lights & Ocean Breeze: $155
- Old San Juan Sunset Food Tour with Drinks: $156
- Savor the Sunset: Old San Juan Walk and Food Tour: $159
- Authentic Flavors of San Juan Food Tour: $170
- Private Local Food Tour in San Juan: $285
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Boone $53San Juan $49
Typical Entertainment Prices in San Juan
For San Juan, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Horseback Riding Tour$40
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Full Day Snorkeling Trip$100
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1 Hr Windsurfing Lesson$75
Tours and Activities in San Juan
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for San Juan.
- Rum Craft Cocktail Tour in San Juan: $65
- 1 or 2 Hour Puerto Rico Horseback Ride Experience!: $210
- ATV Single Rider Adventure at Hacienda Campo Rico: $136
- Adventure to a Hidden Waterfall, Private Tour: $185
- Airport transportation to cruise ships, hotels, bnb's in San Juan, Puerto Rico: $68
- Along The Shore Private Helicopter Tour San Juan Puerto Rico: $295
- Arenales Caves, Waterfall, Spring & River Swimming Adventure: $140
- Bioluminescent Bay Kayak Adventure from San Juan: $110
- Black Sand Beach- See The Southeast of Puerto Rico Private Tour: $150
- Carolina: ATV Adventure at Campo Rico Ranch with Guide: $136
- Cave Hopping Tour: $198
- Concrete Jungle to the Actual Jungle, Complete Package Tour: $193
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBoone $26San Juan $12
When comparing the travel costs between Boone and San Juan, we can see that San Juan is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Even though Boone is in North America and San Juan is in Caribbean Islands, both of these destinations have relatively similar prices of travel. Generally, the levels of luxury and expenses are the same for these cities even though they are geographically far apart.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Boone Expensive? and Is San Juan Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Boone or San Juan?
San Juan has a larger population, and is about 30 times larger than the population of Boone. When comparing the sizes of Boone and San Juan, 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.