Which place is cheaper, Saint Croix or David?
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 David 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 David and Saint Croix can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: David or Saint Croix?
David
In the Pacific West of Panama, David is the capital city of Chiriqui province. The city's population of almost 150,000 is among the wealthiest in the country. There is a well established middle class and unemployment remains low in the area. The area has grown rapidly in recent years with growing commercial and banking sectors. The city is well connected to the rest of the country by the Pan American Highway.
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 Adventure Tours to Panama, and The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Panama.
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David Prices
Panama PricesSaint Croix Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayDavid $39Saint Croix $277
The average daily cost (per person) in David is $39, 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 David and Saint Croix in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personDavid $12Saint Croix $149
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomDavid $24Saint Croix $298
Compare Hotels in David and Saint Croix
Looking for a hotel in David 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: David Hotel Prices and Saint Croix Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.David $12Saint Croix $35
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Saint Croix
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Saint Croix:
- St. Croix to Henry E. Rohlsen Airport (STX) - Departure Transfer: $161
- Saint Croix Airport (STX) to Saint Croix Hotels -Arrival Transfer: $161
- Henry E.Rohlsen Airport(STX) to St. Croix island-Arrival Transfer: $161
- Private Transfer from St. Croix Henry E. Rohlsen Airport (STX) to St. Croix : $162
- Private Transfer from St. Croix Airport to St. Croix Cruise Port : $220
- Private Transfer from St. Croix Cruise Port to St. Croix Airport: $220
- Private Transfer from St.Croix Cruise Port to St.Croix hotels: $226
- Private Transfer from St.Croix hotels to St. Croix Cruise Port : $226
Is it cheaper to fly into David or Saint Croix?
Prices for flights to both Saint Croix and David 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 dayDavid $17Saint Croix $97
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
- Taste of Twin City Food Tour with VI Food Tours: $131
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.David $4.38Saint Croix $58
Tours and Activities in David
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for David are as follows:
- Coffee Plantation Tour: $80
Tours and Activities in Saint Croix
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Saint Croix are as follows:
- Historic Christiansted Ghost Tour : $45
- St Croix Island Tour: $100
- 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 dayDavid -Saint 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:
- Haunted pub crawl with salsa dancing, karaoke and ghost stories: $64
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between David and Saint Croix, we can see that Saint Croix is more expensive. And not only is David much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since David is in Central America 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 David would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in David 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 David.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is David Expensive? and Is Saint Croix 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.