Which place is cheaper, Saint Croix 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 Saint Croix?
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 Saint Croix. 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 Saint Croix?
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.
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 Cultural Tours in Belgium, and The Best Budget Tours to Belgium.
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Ghent Prices
Belgium PricesSaint Croix Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayGhent $168Saint Croix $277
The average daily cost (per person) in Ghent is $168, 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 Ghent and Saint Croix in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personGhent $84Saint Croix $149
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomGhent $168Saint Croix $298
Compare Hotels in Ghent and Saint Croix
Looking for a hotel in Ghent 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: Ghent Hotel Prices and Saint Croix Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Ghent $22Saint 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: $84
- Private Transfer from St. Croix Airport to St. Croix Cruise Port : $87
- Private Transfer from St. Croix Port to St. Croix Airport (STX): $87
- St. Croix to St. Croix Airport (STX) - Departure Private Transfer: $91
- St.Croix Airport (STX) to St.Croix - Arrival Private Transfer: $91
- Henry E. Rohlsen Airport (STX) to St.Croix - Round-Trip Transfer: $167
- Private Transfer from St.Croix hotels to St. Croix Cruise Port : $175
- Private Transfer from St.Croix Cruise Port to St.Croix hotels: $175
- Private Transfer from St. Croix Henry E. Rohlsen Airport (STX) to St. Croix : $180
Is it cheaper to fly into Ghent or Saint Croix?
Prices for flights to both Saint Croix 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 $70Saint Croix $97
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: $93
- Walking food tour: Introduction to Ghent through food: $109
- Small-Group Food Tour in Ghent by Bike: $178
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
- C'sted Sip & Savor Mixology Class with VI Food Tours: $131
- Taste of Twin City Food Tour with VI Food Tours: $145
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Ghent $10Saint Croix $58
Tours and Activities in Ghent
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Ghent are as follows:
- Gastronomic Walking Tour of Gent - Tasters included: $3.57
- Historical Walking Tour: Legends of Gent: $3.57
- Evening Tour of the Dark Side of Gent: $3.57
- Ghent Scavenger Hunt and Highlights Self-Guided Tour: $7.75
- Ghent Walking Tour with Audioguide on Your Smartphone: $8.34
- Pub Trail an adventure full of surprises: $13
- Hidden A Self-Guided Audio Tour Of The Flemish City: $15
- Escape Tour Gent -selfguided citygame- and find the secret exit!: $24
- Discover Ghent with a self-guided Outside Escape city game tour!: $30
- TV like Ultimate Quiz Experience in Ghent: $30
- Ghent Beer Guided Walking Tour: $54
- Bicycle tour in historic Ghent: $54
Tours and Activities in Saint Croix
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Saint Croix are as follows:
- Christiansted's Artisan Shopping Tour: $33
- St. Croix Ghost Tour of Historic Christiansted: $45
- Frederiksted Moke Tour: $75
- The Frederiksted St. Croix Sea Turtles Snorkeling Tour: $89
- Guided Kayak Tour of Salt River Bay Ecology and History: $115
- St Croix Island Tour: $118
- 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 dayGhent $21Saint 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:
- Farm to Bottle Tour at Prosperity Farm Distillery: $35
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Ghent and Saint Croix, we can see that Saint Croix is more expensive. And not only is Ghent much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Ghent is in Europe 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 Ghent would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Ghent 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 Ghent.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Ghent Expensive? and Is Saint Croix Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Ghent or Saint Croix?
Ghent has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Saint Croix experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Ghent or Saint Croix in the Summer?
Both Saint Croix and Ghent are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Ghent this time of year. Plenty of visitors come to Saint Croix because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In the summer, Ghent is much colder than Saint Croix. Typically, the summer temperatures in Ghent in July average around 17°C (63°F), and Saint Croix averages at about 29°C (83°F).
In July, Ghent usually receives around the same amount of rain as Saint Croix. Ghent gets 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Saint Croix receives 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyGhent 17°C (63°F)Saint Croix 29°C (83°F)
Should I visit Ghent or Saint Croix in the Autumn?
Both Saint Croix and Ghent during the autumn are popular places to visit. Many travelers come to Ghent for the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Saint Croix year-round.
In October, Ghent is generally much colder than Saint Croix. Daily temperatures in Ghent average around 12°C (54°F), and Saint Croix fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
Saint Croix gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Ghent usually gets less rain in October than Saint Croix. Ghent gets 78 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Saint Croix receives 146 mm (5.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberGhent 12°C (54°F)Saint Croix 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Ghent or Saint Croix in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Ghent and Saint Croix. Many visitors come to Ghent in the winter for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine. Saint Croix attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Ghent can get quite cold in the winter. Ghent is much colder than Saint Croix in the winter. The daily temperature in Ghent averages around 3°C (38°F) in January, and Saint Croix fluctuates around 26°C (78°F).
In January, Ghent usually receives more rain than Saint Croix. Ghent gets 59 mm (2.3 in) of rain, while Saint Croix receives 43 mm (1.7 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryGhent 3°C (38°F)Saint Croix 26°C (78°F)
Should I visit Ghent or Saint Croix in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Ghent as well as Saint Croix. Most visitors come to Ghent for the natural beauty during these months. The warm climate attracts visitors to Saint Croix throughout the year.
In the spring, Ghent is much colder than Saint Croix. Typically, the spring temperatures in Ghent in April average around 8°C (47°F), and Saint Croix averages at about 27°C (80°F).
Ghent usually gets less rain in April than Saint Croix. Ghent gets 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while Saint Croix receives 72 mm (2.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilGhent 8°C (47°F)Saint Croix 27°C (80°F)
Typical Weather for Saint Croix and Ghent
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 3°C (38°F) | 59 mm (2.3 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) |
| Feb | 3°C (38°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |
| Mar | 6°C (42°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Apr | 8°C (47°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) |
| May | 12°C (54°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) |
| Jun | 15°C (59°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) |
| Jul | 17°C (63°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) | 29°C (83°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) |
| Aug | 18°C (64°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 101 mm (4 in) |
| Sep | 16°C (60°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 127 mm (5 in) |
| Oct | 12°C (54°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 146 mm (5.7 in) |
| Nov | 7°C (45°F) | 75 mm (2.9 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 126 mm (4.9 in) |
| Dec | 5°C (40°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 26°C (80°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
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.