Which place is cheaper, Costa de Prata or Meknes?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Meknes and Costa de Prata can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.
So you love a bustling nightlife with fine restaurants and meaningful historical buildings, but you hate all the tourists. Well, it maybe time to visit Meknes, Morocco. Since most travelers head straight to Fez, that leaves Meknes relatively untouched and remains free of the usual hassles that plague other major destinations.
Costa de Prata is a region located on the Silver Coast of Portugal, an hour north of Lisbon. The area is known for its beautiful beaches, ancient architecture, and relaxed, welcoming, atmosphere. The area experiences gorgeous weather nearly all year round, with temperatures in the high 70's and 80's Fahrenheit from May-September. June-August sees the warmest ocean temperatures, making these the best months for swimming. Even during their winter, temperatures rarely dip below 60°F, although ocean temperatures drop, making swimming a bit colder.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Adventure Tours to Morocco, The Best Cultural Tours in Morocco, The Best 10-Day Tours in Portugal, and The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Portugal.
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Meknes is $46, while the average daily cost in Costa de Prata is $162. 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 Meknes and Costa de Prata in more detail.
Looking for a hotel in Meknes or Costa de Prata? 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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Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Meknes:
For Meknes, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Meknes.
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Meknes:
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Meknes and Costa de Prata, we can see that Costa de Prata is more expensive. And not only is Meknes much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Meknes is in Africa and Costa de Prata is in Europe, 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 Meknes would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Meknes 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 Costa de Prata would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Costa de Prata than you might in Meknes.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Meknes Expensive? and Is Costa de Prata Expensive?.
Costa de Prata has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Meknes experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Meknes and Costa de Prata. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Meknes year-round.
In July, Meknes is generally around the same temperature as Costa de Prata. Daily temperatures in Meknes average around 23°C (73°F), and Costa de Prata fluctuates around 23°C (73°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Costa de Prata this time of the year. In Meknes, it's very sunny this time of the year. Meknes usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Costa de Prata during summer. Meknes gets 330 hours of sunny skies, while Costa de Prata receives 308 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Meknes usually receives less rain than Costa de Prata. Meknes gets 0 mm (0 in) of rain, while Costa de Prata receives 14 mm (0.6 in) of rain each month for the summer.
The autumn brings many poeple to Meknes as well as Costa de Prata. Meknes attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Meknes is around the same temperature as Costa de Prata in the autumn. The daily temperature in Meknes averages around 19°C (67°F) in October, and Costa de Prata fluctuates around 18°C (65°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Meknes this time of the year. In the autumn, Meknes often gets more sunshine than Costa de Prata. Meknes gets 227 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Costa de Prata receives 184 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Costa de Prata. Meknes usually gets less rain in October than Costa de Prata. Meknes gets 48 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Costa de Prata receives 101 mm (4 in) of rain this time of the year.
Both Costa de Prata and Meknes are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Meknes throughout the year.
In the winter, Meknes is a little warmer than Costa de Prata. Typically, the winter temperatures in Meknes in January average around 12°C (54°F), and Costa de Prata averages at about 11°C (51°F).
Meknes usually receives more sunshine than Costa de Prata during winter. Meknes gets 165 hours of sunny skies, while Costa de Prata receives 124 hours of full sun in the winter.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Costa de Prata. In January, Meknes usually receives less rain than Costa de Prata. Meknes gets 84 mm (3.3 in) of rain, while Costa de Prata receives 139 mm (5.5 in) of rain each month for the winter.
Both Costa de Prata and Meknes during the spring are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Meknes because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In April, Meknes is generally around the same temperature as Costa de Prata. Daily temperatures in Meknes average around 16°C (60°F), and Costa de Prata fluctuates around 15°C (59°F).
In Costa de Prata, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Meknes. In the spring, Meknes often gets more sunshine than Costa de Prata. Meknes gets 256 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Costa de Prata receives 217 hours of full sun.
Meknes usually gets less rain in April than Costa de Prata. Meknes gets 54 mm (2.1 in) of rain, while Costa de Prata receives 92 mm (3.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
Meknes | Costa de Prata | |||
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Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
Jan | 12°C (54°F) | 84 mm (3.3 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 139 mm (5.5 in) |
Feb | 13°C (56°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 140 mm (5.5 in) |
Mar | 14°C (58°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 86 mm (3.4 in) |
Apr | 16°C (60°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) |
May | 18°C (65°F) | 28 mm (1.1 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 77 mm (3 in) |
Jun | 21°C (69°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
Jul | 23°C (73°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 14 mm (0.6 in) |
Aug | 23°C (74°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 13 mm (0.5 in) |
Sep | 22°C (72°F) | 9 mm (0.3 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) |
Oct | 19°C (67°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 101 mm (4 in) |
Nov | 16°C (61°F) | 109 mm (4.3 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 128 mm (5 in) |
Dec | 13°C (55°F) | 109 mm (4.3 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) |