Which place is cheaper, Grand-Bourg or Montevideo?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Montevideo and Grand-Bourg 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.
As the morning sun tinges the calm waters of the Rio de la Plata with a golden hue, the Rambla and its city awakens to life with new adventures for those near and far. From tanning on the luxurious beaches to peering into Uruguayan history at local museums, one can be far from bored while staying in Montevideo. Combining the quaintness of the countryside with the excitement of urban life, this city holds a unique trait that cannot easily be replicated.
Marie-Galante is an island of the Guadeloupe archipelago, a French overseas territory in the Caribbean. Sometimes called the "Big Pancake" for its circular shape and flat terrain, the island is a prime location for sugar fields which provide the ingredients for Marie Galante's famous cane juice rum. The island is also known for its many windmills, beaches, and historic plantations.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Cultural Tours in Uruguay, and The Best Adventure Tours to Uruguay.
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Montevideo is $63, while the average daily cost in Grand-Bourg is $195. 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 Montevideo and Grand-Bourg in more detail.
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Also for Montevideo, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
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For Montevideo, 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 Montevideo.
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Montevideo:
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Montevideo and Grand-Bourg, we can see that Grand-Bourg is more expensive. And not only is Montevideo much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Montevideo is in South America and Grand-Bourg 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 Montevideo would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Montevideo 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 Grand-Bourg would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Grand-Bourg than you might in Montevideo.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Montevideo Expensive? and Is Grand-Bourg Expensive?.
Montevideo has a larger population, and is about 220 times larger than the population of Grand-Bourg. When comparing the sizes of Montevideo and Grand-Bourg, 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.
Montevideo has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Grand-Bourg experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
The summer brings many poeple to Montevideo as well as Grand-Bourg. The warm climate attracts visitors to Grand-Bourg throughout the year.
In January, Montevideo is generally cooler than Grand-Bourgin July. Daily temperatures in Montevideo average around 24°C (75°F), and Grand-Bourg fluctuates around 27°C (81°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Grand-Bourg. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Montevideo this time of the year. In the summer, Montevideo often gets more sunshine than Grand-Bourgin July. Montevideo gets 296 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Grand-Bourg receives 245 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Grand-Bourg. Montevideo usually gets less rain in January than Grand-Bourgin July. Montevideo gets 90 mm (3.5 in) of rain, while Grand-Bourg receives 150 mm (5.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
Both Grand-Bourg and Montevideo are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. Plenty of visitors come to Grand-Bourg because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
Montevideo is much colder than Grand-Bourg in the autumn. The daily temperature in Montevideo averages around 17°C (63°F) in April, and Grand-Bourg fluctuates around 27°C (80°F)in October.
It's quite sunny in Grand-Bourg. Montevideo usually receives less sunshine than Grand-Bourg during autumn. Montevideo gets 171 hours of sunny skies, while Grand-Bourg receives 217 hours of full sun in the autumn.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Grand-Bourg. It's quite rainy in Montevideo. In April, Montevideo usually receives less rain than Grand-Bourgin October. Montevideo gets 100 mm (3.9 in) of rain, while Grand-Bourg receives 228 mm (9 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
Both Grand-Bourg and Montevideo during the winter are popular places to visit. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Grand-Bourg year-round.
In the winter, Montevideo is much colder than Grand-Bourg. Typically, the winter temperatures in Montevideo in July average around 11°C (52°F), and Grand-Bourg averages at about 24°C (76°F)in January.
In Grand-Bourg, it's very sunny this time of the year. In the winter, Montevideo often gets less sunshine than Grand-Bourgin January. Montevideo gets 135 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Grand-Bourg receives 236 hours of full sun.
Montevideo usually gets less rain in July than Grand-Bourgin January. Montevideo gets 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Grand-Bourg receives 84 mm (3.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Montevideo and Grand-Bourg. Grand-Bourg attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In October, Montevideo is generally cooler than Grand-Bourgin April. Daily temperatures in Montevideo average around 17°C (63°F), and Grand-Bourg fluctuates around 26°C (78°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Grand-Bourg this time of the year. In Montevideo, it's very sunny this time of the year. Montevideo usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Grand-Bourg during spring. Montevideo gets 248 hours of sunny skies, while Grand-Bourg receives 240 hours of full sun in the spring.
Grand-Bourg receives a lot of rain in the spring. Montevideo gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In October, Montevideo usually receives less rain than Grand-Bourgin April. Montevideo gets 100 mm (3.9 in) of rain, while Grand-Bourg receives 123 mm (4.8 in) of rain each month for the spring.
Montevideo | Grand-Bourg | |||
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Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
Jan | 24°C (75°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 24°C (76°F) | 84 mm (3.3 in) |
Feb | 23°C (73°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 24°C (76°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) |
Mar | 21°C (70°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 25°C (76°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) |
Apr | 17°C (63°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 123 mm (4.8 in) |
May | 14°C (57°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 148 mm (5.8 in) |
Jun | 11°C (52°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 118 mm (4.6 in) |
Jul | 11°C (52°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 150 mm (5.9 in) |
Aug | 12°C (54°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 198 mm (7.8 in) |
Sep | 14°C (57°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 236 mm (9.3 in) |
Oct | 17°C (63°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 228 mm (9 in) |
Nov | 19°C (66°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 220 mm (8.7 in) |
Dec | 22°C (72°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 137 mm (5.4 in) |