Which place is cheaper, Casablanca or Paros?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Paros or Casablanca?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Paros and Casablanca. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Paros or Casablanca?
Paros
A popular vacation destination for visitors to the Greek islands, Paros is the second largest island of the Cyclades group. It is characterized by beautiful Mediterranean beaches and charming seaside villages.
Casablanca
Casablanca is so much more than a classic Bogart movie with killer one-liners. It is also the largest, most cosmopolitan city in the country of Morocco. Sitting at the economic and industrial heart of this region, Casablanca has a population of approximately four million. Brush up on your high school French before visiting this lively city as it's the main language spoken by the locals. While this is the most liberal and progressive city in Morocco, remember to be cautious in this region of the world with your western views.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Cruise Tours and Packages in Greece, The Best Sightseeing Tours in Greece, The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Morocco, and The Best 10-Day Tours in Morocco.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayParos €122Casablanca €67
The average daily cost (per person) in Paros is €122, while the average daily cost in Casablanca is €67. 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 Paros and Casablanca in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personParos €53Casablanca €40
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomParos €106Casablanca €80
Compare Hotels in Paros and Casablanca
Looking for a hotel in Paros or Casablanca? 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: Paros Hotel Prices and Casablanca Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Paros €37Casablanca €10
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Paros
Also for Paros, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer From Naxos Port-Airport To All Destinations: $60
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Casablanca
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Casablanca:
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Train from Airport (for 2)€6.54
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Taxi Ride€7.47
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Casablanca
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Casablanca:
- transfers from Casablanca Airport or city to Fez (Door to Door): $148
- transfer from casablanca airport to casablanca city & hotels: $27
- Your Private Casablanca Transfer: $21
- Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer service Casablanca APT-HTL (CMN): $42
- Transfert Arrival - Casablanca Airport to Marrakech City: $298
- Transfers from Casablanca, Mohamed V Airport to Marrkech: $163
- Transfer from your hotel Casablanca to Mohammed V Airport: $20
- Transfer from Mohammed V Airport to your hotel Casablanca: $20
- Transfer from Fes to Casablanca: $140
- Transfer from Casablanca city or Casablanca airport to Marrakech: $150
- Transfer from Casablanca city or Casablanca Airport to Marrakech: $150
- Transfer from Casablanca Airport to Marrakech: $152
Is it cheaper to fly into Paros or Casablanca?
Prices for flights to both Casablanca and Paros 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 dayParos €45Casablanca €18
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Paros
For Paros, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Two and half-hours Traditional Greek Cooking Class in Amorgos: $59
- Naxos Town Food Tour : $92
- Cretan Cooking Class and Dinner: Evening in a Rethymno Home : $96
- 4 Hour Traditional Cooking Class for Small Group: $96
- Naxos Perivoli Farm Experience & Wood-fire Cooking Class: $104
- Naxos:Half-day cooking class at Basiliko : $106
- Greek Cooking Class with Full Meal: $113
- Food Tasting and Cooking Class on Naxos with Local Market Visit: $115
- Paros Cooking Class: $116
- Naxos Old Town Private Food Tour with Dinner and Pickup: $153
- Naxos Villages Food Tour : $161
- Cooking Class with 6-Course Menu and Drinks: $642
Typical Food Prices in Casablanca
Some typical examples of dining costs in Casablanca are as follows:
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Breakfast€2.80
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Lunch€8.41
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Dinner at Rick's Cafe (for Two)€30
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Casablanca
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Casablanca.
- Couscous Cooking with a Local Family: $50
- Street Food Tour by Night: $60
- Casablanca City Night Tour and Traditional Moroccan Dinner: $64
- Street private Guided Food Tour with Tastings: $67
- Food Tour with Tastings and Lunch: $71
- Experience Casablanca Night Tour & Authentic Moroccan Dinner: $73
- Casablanca City Night Tour and Traditional Moroccan Dinner: $74
- Central Market Food Tour with Tastings and Lunch: $96
- Casablanca Food Tour - Marché Central & Seafood Lunch: $140
- Private Moroccan Cooking Class in Casablanca with a Local Expert: $146
- Casablanca Food Tour: $150
- Market Tour & Moroccan Cooking Class in Casablanca with Transfers: $190
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Paros €22Casablanca €8.34
Tours and Activities in Paros
For Paros, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Naxos Highlights Bus Tour with Free Time for Lunch at Apeiranthos: $33
- Naxos Half Day History and Culture Guided Tour: $33
- Naxos Town & Portara Sunset Walking Tour: $33
- Essence of Naxos Tour: $33
- Naxos: Highlights of Naxos Day Tour: $33
- Naxos Sunset Walking Tour : $40
- Hiking tour on Kythnos: $49
- Cruises to Delos-Mykonos, Santorini and Koufonisi by Alexander : $49
- Full Day Bus Tour in Paros and Antiparos Islands from Paros : $61
- One Day Cruise to Koufonissi from Paros Island: $61
- Naxos Boat Trip Tour to Delos and Mykonos: $65
- Sunset Experience in Paros: $71
Tours and Activities in Casablanca
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Casablanca are as follows:
- 2-Days Private Tour of Chefchaouen and Fez, from Casablanca: $275
- "Fes to Casablanca Tour: Discover the Fascinating Journey": $309
- 10 Day Private Tour in Morocco Imperial Ceties+Sahara Desert: $2,421
- 2 Days Tour And Excursion From Casablanca To Chefchaouen: $204
- 2-Hour Casablanca Walking Tour : $38
- 20 Km Bike Tour in Exploring the Vibrant City: $59
- 3-Hour Private Casablanca Authentic Home Dining Experience: $100
- 4-Day Desert Tour From Casablanca To Marrakech Via Fes: $3,090
- 6 Days of Desert Wonders: A Tour from Casablanca's Gateway: $1,288
- 7 Days, 6 Nights - Imperial Cities, Blue City & Sahara Tour: $2,266
- A True Evening Hookah (Shisha) Lounging Experience in Casablanca: $46
- An Evening Hookah (Shisha) Lounging Experience in Casablanca: $45
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayParos €25Casablanca -
Sample the Local Flavors in Paros
Also in Paros, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Wine Tasting and Tour in Saint Anna Winery in Naxos: $60
- Citron Tasting and Distillery 1-Hour Guided Tour in Naxos: $65
- 3 Hour Tour in Paros Wine Tasting: $164
- Paros wine tour and tasting: $166
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Paros and Casablanca, we can see that Paros is more expensive. And not only is Casablanca much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Paros is in Europe and Casablanca is in Africa, 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 Casablanca would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Casablanca 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 Paros would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Paros than you might in Casablanca.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Paros Expensive? and Is Casablanca Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Paros or Casablanca?
Casablanca has a larger population, and is about 590 times larger than the population of Paros. When comparing the sizes of Paros and Casablanca, 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.
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.