Which place is cheaper, Ponce or Karlovy Vary?
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 Karlovy Vary or Ponce?
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 Karlovy Vary and Ponce can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Karlovy Vary or Ponce?
Karlovy Vary
Founded in 1370, Karlovy Vary translates to "Charles' Bath" for its founder Charles IV, King of Bohemia and Holy Roman Emperor, as well as its famous hot springs. It is located in Bohemia in the western Czech Republic and is also known as Karlsbad (German) or Carlsbad (English). Another highlight is the International Film Festival in July with draws celebrities and other film enthusiasts worldwide.
Ponce
Ponce is on the south coast of Puerto Rico. It's the second largest city on the island and has been around since 1692 when it was originally founded by Ponce de Leon's grandson Juan Ponce de Leon y Loayza. The city has several nicknames, including La Perla del Sur (The Pearl of the South), La Ciudad Senorial (The Noble, or Lordly, City), and La Ciudad de las Quenepas (Genip City).
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Cultural Tours in Czech Republic, and The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Czech Republic.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayKarlovy Vary $115Ponce $230
The average daily cost (per person) in Karlovy Vary is $115, while the average daily cost in Ponce is $230. 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 Karlovy Vary and Ponce in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personKarlovy Vary $45Ponce $151
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomKarlovy Vary $90Ponce $302
Compare Hotels in Karlovy Vary and Ponce
Looking for a hotel in Karlovy Vary or Ponce? 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: Karlovy Vary Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Karlovy Vary $30Ponce $10
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Karlovy Vary
Also for Karlovy Vary, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from Karlovy Vary to Prague, English-speaking driver: $131
- Transfer from Karlovy Vary to Prague: Private daytrip with 2h for sightseeing: $141
- Karlovy Vary to Prague Airport (PRG) - Departure Private Transfer: $167
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Ponce
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Ponce:
- Transfer SJU Airport to Humacao and Nagüabo. Vice Versa One Way Trip: $185
- Vega Baja to San Juan Airport (SJU) - Departure Private Transfer: $170
- Rio Grande hotel to San Juan Airport (SJU) - Departure Private Transfer: $109
- Aguadilla Hernandez Airport (BQN) to Isabela - RoundTrip Transfer: $87
- Private Transfer from San Juan City Hotels to Ponce Cruise Port: $79
- Transfer TO or FROM: Airport,Cruise,Hotel in DORADO or RIO GRANDE: $70
- Private Transfers from SJU Airport to Isla Verde, Condado or San Juan área : $60
- San Juan Puerto Rico Cruise Port to San Juan hotels - Arrival Private Transfer: $46
- San Juan PR Cruise Port to San Juan hotels - Arrival Transfer: $46
- Isabela / Hatillo to Aguadilla Airport(BQN) - DepartureTransfer: $44
- San Juan Departure Share Transfer: $27
Is it cheaper to fly into Karlovy Vary or Ponce?
Prices for flights to both Ponce and Karlovy Vary 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 dayKarlovy Vary $52Ponce $61
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Ponce
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Ponce.
- Latin Night with Dinner and Local Music with Transportation: $59
- Puerto Rico Art and Wine Dinner with One Way Transportation: $89
- Private Cooking Class with a Fun Local in San German, Puerto Rico: $96
- Private Half-Day Island Authentic Food Tour : $130
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Karlovy Vary $13Ponce $56
Tours and Activities in Karlovy Vary
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Karlovy Vary.
- Karlovy Vary Hot Springs Tasting Tour: $42
- Touristic highlights of Karlovy Vary on a Private half day tour with a local: $184
- A day in the life of Karlovy Vary - Private tour with a local: $245
- Karlovy Vary Private Walking Tour With A Professional Guide: $273
Tours and Activities in Ponce
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Ponce are as follows:
- Half-Day El Yunque Rainforest Tour from Fajardo: $65
- Scuba Boat Diving Experience in Gilligan's Island at Copamarina: $160
- 2.5-Hour Historical Walking Tour of Old San Juan: $65
- 5 hours Tour in La Parguera Private Boat Charter: $200
- 7 Hours River Tour with Beach and Learn to Make Piña Colada : $195
- 8 Hours Private Tours in Puerto Rico: $150
- Adventure in Cave and the Guayaney Spring: $99
- Afro-Boriken-Loiza: Food, Cave & Art Tour: $140
- Aguadilla 6 Hour Local Tour: $150
- Camuy Caves Experience Tour with transportation: $130
- Cave Hopping Tour: $198
- Caves Coastlines and Beach; Cueva del Indio, Arecibo Adventure : $125
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayKarlovy Vary $7.53Ponce $16
Sample the Local Flavors in Ponce
Also in Ponce, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Artisan Puertorrican Winery and Distillery Tour: $50
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Karlovy Vary and Ponce, we can see that Ponce is more expensive. And not only is Karlovy Vary much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Karlovy Vary is in Europe and Ponce 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 Karlovy Vary would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Karlovy Vary 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 Ponce would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Ponce than you might in Karlovy Vary.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Karlovy Vary Expensive? and Is Ponce Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Karlovy Vary or Ponce?
Ponce has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Karlovy Vary. When comparing the sizes of Karlovy Vary and Ponce, 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.
When is the best time to visit Karlovy Vary or Ponce?
Karlovy Vary has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Ponce experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Karlovy Vary or Ponce in the Summer?
Both Ponce and Karlovy Vary during the summer are popular places to visit. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Ponce year-round.
In the summer, Karlovy Vary is cooler than Ponce. Typically, the summer temperatures in Karlovy Vary in July average around 20°C (68°F), and Ponce averages at about 28°C (83°F).
In Ponce, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Karlovy Vary. In the summer, Karlovy Vary often gets less sunshine than Ponce. Karlovy Vary gets 217 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Ponce receives 287 hours of full sun.
Karlovy Vary usually gets less rain in July than Ponce. Karlovy Vary gets 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Ponce receives 95 mm (3.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyKarlovy Vary 20°C (68°F)Ponce 28°C (83°F)
Should I visit Karlovy Vary or Ponce in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Karlovy Vary and Ponce. Ponce attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In October, Karlovy Vary is generally much colder than Ponce. Daily temperatures in Karlovy Vary average around 11°C (51°F), and Ponce fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Ponce this time of the year. Karlovy Vary usually receives less sunshine than Ponce during autumn. Karlovy Vary gets 127 hours of sunny skies, while Ponce receives 235 hours of full sun in the autumn.
Ponce receives a lot of rain in the autumn. In October, Karlovy Vary usually receives less rain than Ponce. Karlovy Vary gets 48 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Ponce receives 135 mm (5.3 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberKarlovy Vary 11°C (51°F)Ponce 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Karlovy Vary or Ponce in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Karlovy Vary as well as Ponce. The warm climate attracts visitors to Ponce throughout the year.
Karlovy Vary can be very cold during winter. Karlovy Vary is much colder than Ponce in the winter. The daily temperature in Karlovy Vary averages around 1°C (33°F) in January, and Ponce fluctuates around 25°C (77°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Ponce. In the winter, Karlovy Vary often gets less sunshine than Ponce. Karlovy Vary gets 58 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Ponce receives 240 hours of full sun.
Karlovy Vary usually gets less rain in January than Ponce. Karlovy Vary gets 38 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Ponce receives 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryKarlovy Vary 1°C (33°F)Ponce 25°C (77°F)
Should I visit Karlovy Vary or Ponce in the Spring?
Both Ponce and Karlovy Vary are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Plenty of visitors come to Ponce because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In the spring, Karlovy Vary is much colder than Ponce. Typically, the spring temperatures in Karlovy Vary in April average around 10°C (50°F), and Ponce averages at about 26°C (79°F).
It's quite sunny in Ponce. Karlovy Vary usually receives less sunshine than Ponce during spring. Karlovy Vary gets 151 hours of sunny skies, while Ponce receives 272 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Karlovy Vary usually receives less rain than Ponce. Karlovy Vary gets 53 mm (2.1 in) of rain, while Ponce receives 69 mm (2.7 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilKarlovy Vary 10°C (50°F)Ponce 26°C (79°F)
Typical Weather for Ponce and Karlovy Vary
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 1°C (33°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
| Feb | 2°C (36°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) |
| Mar | 5°C (41°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
| Apr | 10°C (50°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) |
| May | 15°C (58°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 120 mm (4.7 in) |
| Jun | 18°C (65°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 82 mm (3.2 in) |
| Jul | 20°C (68°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 95 mm (3.7 in) |
| Aug | 19°C (67°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) |
| Sep | 16°C (60°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) |
| Oct | 11°C (51°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 135 mm (5.3 in) |
| Nov | 6°C (43°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 132 mm (5.2 in) |
| Dec | 2°C (35°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) |
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