Which place is cheaper, Fairfield or Grande-Terre?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Grande-Terre or Fairfield?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Grande-Terre or Fairfield? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city has activities that align with your interests along with knowing which is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the details and the data, which all comes from actual travelers.
Where Should I go: Grande-Terre or Fairfield?
Grande-Terre
Grande Terre is an island that makes up the eastern half of the Guadeloupe 'mainland.' It is divided from the other half of the main Guadeloupe island, Basse Terre, by a narrow channel called Rivière Salee (or the Salt River). The island itself is characterized by rolling hills, white sand beaches, and cliffs, and its indented coastline is surrounded by coral reefs. It is home to most of Guadeloupe's farmlands and tourist resorts.
Fairfield
The city of Fairfield is in Solano County, California, in the Sacramento Valley area. It's a medium sized city that is home to the Travis Air Force Base. It's also halfway between San Francisco and Sacramento along Interstate 80. There are a handful of interesting activities in the area. Consider visiting either the Grizzly Island Wildlife Area or the Hill Slough Wildlife Area both of which have hiking, fishing, birdwatching, and boating opportunities. You can also take a tour of the Jelly Belly Factory which is in town, or tour the Anheuser-Busch Brewery which includes two complimentary beers and a limitless supply of pretzels. On Thursdays you can take a guided tour of the Travis Air Force Base. If you're interested in visited a working ranch, Rush Ranch is open to the public and can be a fun experience with an opportunity to visit with the animals.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Polar Tours & Cruises in United States of America, and The Best Walking Tours in United States of America.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayGrande-Terre $155Fairfield $131
The average daily cost (per person) in Grande-Terre is $155, while the average daily cost in Fairfield is $131. 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 Grande-Terre and Fairfield in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personGrande-Terre $87Fairfield $97
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomGrande-Terre $174Fairfield $194
Compare Hotels in Grande-Terre and Fairfield
Looking for a hotel in Grande-Terre or Fairfield? 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: Grande-Terre Hotel Prices and Fairfield Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Grande-Terre $9.64Fairfield -
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Grande-Terre
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Grande-Terre:
- Pointe-a-Pitre Airport (PTP) to Guadeloupe island - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $159
- Departure Private Transfer from Saint-Francois to Pointe a Pitre Airport by SUV: $92
- Private Transfer from Pointe a Pitre Airport to Deshaies or Trois Riviers by SUV: $91
- Pointe-a-Pitre Airport (PTP) to Guadeloupe island hotel-Arrival Private Transfer: $80
- Private Transfer in Guadeloupe: $71
- Departure Private Transfer from Sainte-Anne to Pointe a Pitre Airport by SUV: $60
- Private Transfers (Airport, Port, Hotels) Guadeloupe : $55
- Departure Private Transfer from Le Gosier to Pointe a Pitre Airport by SUV: $51
- Arrival Private Transfer from Pointe a Pitre Airport PTP to Le Gosier by SUV: $50
- Pointe-a-Pitre Airport (PTP) to Pointe-a-Pitre - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $46
- Departure Private Transfer from Pointe a Pitre to Pointe a Pitre Airport by SUV: $42
- Arrival Private Transfer Pointe a Pitre Airport PTP to Pointe a Pitre by SUV: $41
Is it cheaper to fly into Grande-Terre or Fairfield?
Prices for flights to both Fairfield and Grande-Terre 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 dayGrande-Terre $51Fairfield $30
Typical Food Prices in Fairfield
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Fairfield:
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El Pollo Loco Lunch (for 3)$17
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Hometown Buffet Dinner (for 3)$44
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Grande-Terre $48Fairfield $13
Tours and Activities in Grande-Terre
Here are a few actual costs in Grande-Terre for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- *Cruise Stopover* - Tropical Forest - Sainte-Anne Beach: $60
- Cruise Stopover at Village Sainte Anne and its Beach: $32
- Cruise stopover - Plage du Gosier Round trip: $15
- Full Day Private Boat Tour to the Lagoon of Guadeloupe: $231
- Full Day Tour of Guadeloupe: $158
- Guided tour by electric tuk-tuk: $49
- Photoshoot + Drone on a Caribbean paradise beach or day tour : $101
- Private Surf Lessons Tour in Guadeloupe: $97
- Private Ultralight Seaplane Experience in Guadeloupe: $170
- Stand Up Paddle Adventure in Guadeloupe: $49
- Stopover Cruise - Valombreuse Botanical Garden + Sainte-Anne Beach: $49
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayGrande-Terre $13Fairfield -
Sample the Local Flavors in Fairfield
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Fairfield:
- Olive Oil, Cheese, and Wine Tasting with Local Expert: $133
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Grande-Terre and Fairfield, we can see that Grande-Terre is more expensive. And not only is Fairfield much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Grande-Terre is in Caribbean Islands and Fairfield is in North 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 Fairfield would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Fairfield 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 Grande-Terre would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Grande-Terre than you might in Fairfield.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Grande-Terre Expensive? and Is Fairfield Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Grande-Terre or Fairfield?
Fairfield has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Grande-Terre experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Grande-Terre or Fairfield in the Summer?
Both Fairfield and Grande-Terre during the summer are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Grande-Terre because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In July, Grande-Terre is generally a little warmer than Fairfield. Daily temperatures in Grande-Terre average around 27°C (81°F), and Fairfield fluctuates around 73°F (23°C).
In Fairfield, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Grande-Terre. In the summer, Grande-Terre often gets less sunshine than Fairfield. Grande-Terre gets 245 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Fairfield receives 439 hours of full sun.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Grande-Terre. Grande-Terre usually gets more rain in July than Fairfield. Grande-Terre gets 150 mm (5.9 in) of rain, while Fairfield receives 0 inches (1 mm) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyGrande-Terre 27°C (81°F)Fairfield 73°F (23°C)
Should I visit Grande-Terre or Fairfield in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Grande-Terre and Fairfield. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Grande-Terre year-round.
Grande-Terre is much warmer than Fairfield in the autumn. The daily temperature in Grande-Terre averages around 27°C (80°F) in October, and Fairfield fluctuates around 62°F (17°C).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Fairfield this time of the year. In Grande-Terre, it's very sunny this time of the year. Grande-Terre usually receives less sunshine than Fairfield during autumn. Grande-Terre gets 217 hours of sunny skies, while Fairfield receives 300 hours of full sun in the autumn.
Grande-Terre gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In October, Grande-Terre usually receives more rain than Fairfield. Grande-Terre gets 228 mm (9 in) of rain, while Fairfield receives 1.1 inches (27 mm) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberGrande-Terre 27°C (80°F)Fairfield 62°F (17°C)
Should I visit Grande-Terre or Fairfield in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Grande-Terre as well as Fairfield. Grande-Terre attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In the winter, Grande-Terre is much warmer than Fairfield. Typically, the winter temperatures in Grande-Terre in January average around 24°C (76°F), and Fairfield averages at about 46°F (8°C).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Grande-Terre this time of the year. In the winter, Grande-Terre often gets more sunshine than Fairfield. Grande-Terre gets 236 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Fairfield receives 149 hours of full sun.
Grande-Terre usually gets less rain in January than Fairfield. Grande-Terre gets 84 mm (3.3 in) of rain, while Fairfield receives 3.8 inches (97 mm) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryGrande-Terre 24°C (76°F)Fairfield 46°F (8°C)
Should I visit Grande-Terre or Fairfield in the Spring?
Both Fairfield and Grande-Terre are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Grande-Terre throughout the year.
In April, Grande-Terre is generally much warmer than Fairfield. Daily temperatures in Grande-Terre average around 26°C (78°F), and Fairfield fluctuates around 56°F (13°C).
It's quite sunny in Fairfield. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Grande-Terre. Grande-Terre usually receives less sunshine than Fairfield during spring. Grande-Terre gets 240 hours of sunny skies, while Fairfield receives 328 hours of full sun in the spring.
It's quite rainy in Grande-Terre. In April, Grande-Terre usually receives more rain than Fairfield. Grande-Terre gets 123 mm (4.8 in) of rain, while Fairfield receives 1.3 inches (32 mm) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilGrande-Terre 26°C (78°F)Fairfield 56°F (13°C)
Typical Weather for Fairfield and Grande-Terre
| Grande-Terre | Fairfield | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 24°C (76°F) | 84 mm (3.3 in) | 46°F (8°C) | 3.8 inches (97 mm) |
| Feb | 24°C (76°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) | 51°F (11°C) | 2.9 inches (73 mm) |
| Mar | 25°C (76°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) | 54°F (12°C) | 2.7 inches (68 mm) |
| Apr | 26°C (78°F) | 123 mm (4.8 in) | 56°F (13°C) | 1.3 inches (32 mm) |
| May | 27°C (80°F) | 148 mm (5.8 in) | 64°F (18°C) | 0.3 inches (7 mm) |
| Jun | 28°C (82°F) | 118 mm (4.6 in) | 69°F (21°C) | 0.1 inches (3 mm) |
| Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 150 mm (5.9 in) | 73°F (23°C) | 0 inches (1 mm) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 198 mm (7.8 in) | 72°F (22°C) | 0.1 inches (2 mm) |
| Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 236 mm (9.3 in) | 70°F (21°C) | 0.5 inches (12 mm) |
| Oct | 27°C (80°F) | 228 mm (9 in) | 62°F (17°C) | 1.1 inches (27 mm) |
| Nov | 26°C (79°F) | 220 mm (8.7 in) | 54°F (12°C) | 2.7 inches (68 mm) |
| Dec | 25°C (77°F) | 137 mm (5.4 in) | 46°F (8°C) | 2.6 inches (65 mm) |
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.