Which place is cheaper, Boquete or Ghent?
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 Ghent or Boquete?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Ghent and Boquete. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Ghent or Boquete?
Ghent
Ghent is a large city in the northern part of Belgium (the Flanders region) with a population of about 250,000. This city was one of the most powerful cities in Europe during the Middle Ages, which is portrayed today, mostly through architecture. There is a large university in Ghent with over 60,000 students, and a large portion of the population are young students. However, among the natives and students, there are also many foreigners and artists that you will find walking the streets of the city. Ghent is also Belgium's second largest port city.
Boquete
Boquete is a village located in the pacific west of Panama. This town very recently became an attractive destination for tourists and expatriates. Before the early 2000's, it was a quiet town hidden away in the mountains with very little tourism. After the development of Valle Escondido, which is a largely residential area, many North Americans flocked to this town and an expat community developed. Boquete is known for it's near perfect year round temperature of about seventy degrees Fahrenheit, beautiful untouched nature, and world renowned coffee.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Tours for Seniors to Belgium, The Best Coach Bus Tours in Belgium, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Panama City, and The Best 2-Week Tours from Panama City.
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Ghent Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayGhent €144Boquete €58
The average daily cost (per person) in Ghent is €144, while the average daily cost in Boquete is €58. 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 Ghent and Boquete in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personGhent €72Boquete €19
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomGhent €144Boquete €38
Compare Hotels in Ghent and Boquete
Looking for a hotel in Ghent or Boquete? 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: Ghent Hotel Prices and Boquete Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Ghent €19Boquete €4.50
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Ghent
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Ghent:
- Transfer Ghent Luxembourg (1 to 8 places): $251
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Boquete
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Boquete:
- Private transfer from Boquete to Bocas del Toro: $165
Is it cheaper to fly into Ghent or Boquete?
Prices for flights to both Boquete and Ghent 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 dayGhent €60Boquete €27
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Ghent
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Ghent.
- Walking Food Tour in Ghent: $95
- Walking food tour: Introduction to Ghent through food: $110
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Ghent €8.64Boquete €15
Tours and Activities in Ghent
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Ghent are as follows:
- Historical Walking Tour: Legends of Gent: $3.51
- Evening Tour of the Dark Side of Gent: $3.51
- Gastronomic Walking Tour of Gent - Tasters included: $3.51
- Guided tour of the medieval secrets of Ghent: $3.52
- Ghent Highlights Walking Tour with Smartphone App: $5.00
- TOP Ghent : Private Guided Tour with your mobile: $5.87
- Ghent Scavenger Hunt & Highlights Self Guided Walking Tour: $5.87
- Ghent Walking Tour with Audioguide on Your Smartphone: $12
- Hidden A Self-Guided Audio Tour Of The Flemish City: $12
- 40-Minute Historical Boat Tour of City Center: $13
- 40 Minute Medieval Center Guided Boat Tour: $13
- Pub Trail Kortrijk: an adventure full of surprises: $13
Tours and Activities in Boquete
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Boquete are as follows:
- Taste Panama Coffee Tasting Experience: $15
- Coffee Tasting Experience-Los Molinos Hotel-Panama's Top Product: $25
- Roast Your Own Coffee: Bajo Boquete Expert-Led Experience: $25
- Cloud Forest Wildlife Hike Tour: $36
- Cangilones Mini Canyons Tour: $38
- Hands-On Coffee Experience with Tasting: $40
- Small, Hands-on Coffee Tour: $46
- Guided Market Tour with Sensory Coffee Tasting Boquete: $48
- Boquete Adventure - E-Bike Tour (2 hrs.) (2 Person Min.): $55
- River Tubing - Fun and Nature Experience: $55
- Epic Cloud Forest Horseback Riding Adventure in Boquete: $55
- Tubing Adventure on the Cochea River: $55
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayGhent €18Boquete €3.84
Sample the Local Flavors in Ghent
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Ghent:
- Brewery Visit in Ostend- Two 33cl Beers Included: $21
- Brewery Visit in Ostend- 3 Beers & Breughel Plate Experience: $41
- NEW Ghent Brewery Visit, Beer Tasting Tour & Chocolate Pairing: $88
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Ghent and Boquete, we can see that Ghent is more expensive. And not only is Boquete much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Ghent is in Europe and Boquete is in Central America, 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 Boquete would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Boquete 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 Ghent would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Ghent than you might in Boquete.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Ghent Expensive? and Is Boquete Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Ghent or Boquete?
Ghent has a larger population, and is about 40 times larger than the population of Boquete. When comparing the sizes of Ghent and Boquete, 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.