Which place is cheaper, Saint Croix or La Plata?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit La Plata 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 La Plata and Saint Croix can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: La Plata or Saint Croix?
La Plata
Just over an hour from Buenos Aires, the bustling university city of La Plata is notable for being South America's first planned city. Indeed, also known as the City of Diagonal, La Plata's intricate grid system includes diagonal streets that run through it, contributing to easy navigation but confusing intersections.La Plata is the Capital of the Province of Buenos Aires, the main Argentine state, so you will find lots of elaborate government buildings alongside leafy green plazas in this laid back as well as active city. La Plata is a happening university town with a population of over 700,000. You can walk the width of it in under an hour, stopping at trendy craft beer bars, local music joints, and great restaurants along the way. Also, football is a religion in Argentina and if you're looking for some local atmosphere, La Plata is the place to go! Two of Argentina's biggest football teams, Gimnasia y Esgrima La Plata and Estudiantes de La Plata challenge each other each year. If you are around during that special day for the city, you will witness thousands of fans wearing the relevant colours heading off to watch the match and parade by calle 7.
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 One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Buenos Aires, and The Best 2-Week Tours from Buenos Aires.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayLa Plata $8.62Saint Croix $236
The average daily cost (per person) in La Plata is $8.62, while the average daily cost in Saint Croix is $236. 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 La Plata and Saint Croix in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personLa Plata $3.47Saint Croix $149
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomLa Plata $6.94Saint Croix $298
Compare Hotels in La Plata and Saint Croix
Looking for a hotel in La Plata 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: La Plata Hotel Prices and Saint Croix Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.La Plata $2.47Saint Croix $35
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Saint Croix
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Saint Croix:
- Henry E. Rohlsen Airport (STX) to St.Croix - Round-Trip Transfer: $217
- St Croix Airport to St Croix Hotels Private Round Trip Transfer: $217
- Private Transfer from St. Croix Henry E. Rohlsen Airport (STX) to St. Croix : $164
- St. Croix to Henry E. Rohlsen Airport (STX) - Departure Transfer: $109
- Saint Croix Airport (STX) to Saint Croix Hotels -Arrival Transfer: $109
- Henry E.Rohlsen Airport(STX) to St. Croix island-Arrival Transfer: $109
- Private Transfer from St. Croix Airport to St. Croix Cruise Port : $71
- Private Transfer from St. Croix Cruise Port to St. Croix Airport: $71
- Private Transfer from St.Croix hotels to St. Croix Cruise Port : $49
- Private Transfer from St.Croix Cruise Port to St.Croix hotels: $49
Is it cheaper to fly into La Plata or Saint Croix?
Prices for flights to both Saint Croix and La Plata 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 dayLa Plata $3.37Saint Croix $56
Typical Food Prices in La Plata
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to La Plata:
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Ice Cream$0.01
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
- Taste of Twin City Food Tour with VI Food Tours: $129
- C'sted Sip & Savor Mixology Class with VI Food Tours: $129
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.La Plata $2.16Saint Croix $58
Typical Entertainment Prices in La Plata
For La Plata, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Sciencias Naturales Museum Entrance Fee$0.01
Tours and Activities in Saint Croix
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Saint Croix are as follows:
- 1 Hour Private Jetcar Experience in Virgin Islands : $250
- 30 Minute Private Jetcar Experience in Virgin Islands: $150
- Grange Estate History and Heritage Private Tour and Luncheon : $60
- Horseback Riding Experience: $160
- Parasail Experience in St Croix: $132
- Private Sailing Tour of Pirate Waters and Shipwrecks: $75
- St Croix Island Tour: $100
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayLa Plata $1.20Saint Croix $27
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between La Plata and Saint Croix, we can see that Saint Croix is more expensive. And not only is La Plata much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since La Plata is in South 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 La Plata would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in La Plata 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 La Plata.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is La Plata Expensive? and Is Saint Croix Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit La Plata or Saint Croix?
La Plata 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 La Plata or Saint Croix in the Summer?
Both Saint Croix and La Plata during the summer are popular places to visit. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Saint Croix year-round.
La Plata is cooler than Saint Croix in the summer. The daily temperature in La Plata averages around 25°C (77°F) in January, and Saint Croix fluctuates around 29°C (83°F)in July.
La Plata usually gets more rain in January than Saint Croixin July. La Plata gets 86 mm (3.4 in) of rain, while Saint Croix receives 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures January and JulyLa Plata 25°C (77°F)Saint Croix 29°C (83°F)
Should I visit La Plata or Saint Croix in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both La Plata and Saint Croix. Saint Croix attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In the autumn, La Plata is much colder than Saint Croix. Typically, the autumn temperatures in La Plata in April average around 18°C (65°F), and Saint Croix averages at about 28°C (82°F)in October.
Saint Croix receives a lot of rain in the autumn. In April, La Plata usually receives less rain than Saint Croixin October. La Plata gets 85 mm (3.3 in) of rain, while Saint Croix receives 146 mm (5.7 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures April and OctoberLa Plata 18°C (65°F)Saint Croix 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit La Plata or Saint Croix in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to La Plata as well as Saint Croix. The warm climate attracts visitors to Saint Croix throughout the year.
In July, La Plata is generally much colder than Saint Croixin January. Daily temperatures in La Plata average around 12°C (53°F), and Saint Croix fluctuates around 26°C (78°F).
La Plata usually gets more rain in July than Saint Croixin January. La Plata gets 57 mm (2.2 in) of rain, while Saint Croix receives 43 mm (1.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures July and JanuaryLa Plata 12°C (53°F)Saint Croix 26°C (78°F)
Should I visit La Plata or Saint Croix in the Spring?
Both Saint Croix and La Plata are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Plenty of visitors come to Saint Croix because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
La Plata is much colder than Saint Croix in the spring. The daily temperature in La Plata averages around 18°C (64°F) in October, and Saint Croix fluctuates around 27°C (80°F)in April.
It's quite rainy in La Plata. In October, La Plata usually receives more rain than Saint Croixin April. La Plata gets 100 mm (3.9 in) of rain, while Saint Croix receives 72 mm (2.8 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures October and AprilLa Plata 18°C (64°F)Saint Croix 27°C (80°F)
Typical Weather for Saint Croix and La Plata
| La Plata | Saint Croix | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 25°C (77°F) | 86 mm (3.4 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) |
| Feb | 24°C (75°F) | 101 mm (4 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |
| Mar | 22°C (71°F) | 108 mm (4.3 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Apr | 18°C (65°F) | 85 mm (3.3 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) |
| May | 15°C (59°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) |
| Jun | 12°C (53°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) |
| Jul | 12°C (53°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) | 29°C (83°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) |
| Aug | 13°C (55°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 101 mm (4 in) |
| Sep | 15°C (59°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 127 mm (5 in) |
| Oct | 18°C (64°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 146 mm (5.7 in) |
| Nov | 21°C (69°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 126 mm (4.9 in) |
| Dec | 23°C (74°F) | 96 mm (3.8 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.