Which place is cheaper, Lugo or Rabat?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Rabat and Lugo 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.
While not high on the tourist destination list, Rabat is a quiet gem of a city with stunning colonial architecture and palm-lined streets. This political capital is a laid-back, pleasant alternative to the more cosmopolitan Casablanca.
Located on the coast of the Atlantic Ocean at the mouth of the river Bou Regreg, Rabat plus the city of Temera are home to a combined metropolitan population of 2.6 million.
Located in northwestern Spain, Lugo is a city of the Galicia region best known for its old city, completely surrounded by Roman walls. Within these walls are some of Lugo's most impressive sights including a striking city hall, elaborate cathedral, and many beautiful city squares and plazas. The city is also known for its festivals and is the capital of a province of the same name.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours in Morocco, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Morocco, The Best Sightseeing Tours in Spain, and The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Spain.
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Rabat is $44, while the average daily cost in Lugo is $105. 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 Rabat and Lugo in more detail.
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Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Rabat:
Also for Rabat, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
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For Rabat, 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 Rabat.
Here are a few actual costs in Lugo for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Rabat and Lugo, we can see that Lugo is more expensive. And not only is Rabat much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Rabat is in Africa and Lugo 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 Rabat would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Rabat 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 Lugo would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Lugo than you might in Rabat.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Rabat Expensive? and Is Lugo Expensive?.
Rabat has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Lugo. When comparing the sizes of Rabat and Lugo, 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.
Lugo has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Rabat experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
The summer brings many poeple to Rabat as well as Lugo. Rabat attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Rabat is a little warmer than Lugo in the summer. The daily temperature in Rabat averages around 23°C (73°F) in July, and Lugo fluctuates around 19°C (66°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Lugo. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Rabat this time of the year. In the summer, Rabat often gets more sunshine than Lugo. Rabat gets 315 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Lugo receives 248 hours of full sun.
Rabat usually gets less rain in July than Lugo. Rabat gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Lugo receives 25 mm (1 in) of rain this time of the year.
Both Lugo and Rabat are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Rabat throughout the year.
In the autumn, Rabat is a little warmer than Lugo. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Rabat in October average around 20°C (67°F), and Lugo averages at about 16°C (61°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Rabat. Rabat usually receives more sunshine than Lugo during autumn. Rabat gets 234 hours of sunny skies, while Lugo receives 155 hours of full sun in the autumn.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Lugo. In October, Rabat usually receives less rain than Lugo. Rabat gets 44 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Lugo receives 104 mm (4.1 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
Both Lugo and Rabat during the winter are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Rabat because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In January, Rabat is generally a little warmer than Lugo. Daily temperatures in Rabat average around 13°C (56°F), and Lugo fluctuates around 11°C (51°F).
In the winter, Rabat often gets more sunshine than Lugo. Rabat gets 182 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Lugo receives 103 hours of full sun.
Lugo gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Rabat usually gets less rain in January than Lugo. Rabat gets 81 mm (3.2 in) of rain, while Lugo receives 131 mm (5.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Rabat and Lugo. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Rabat year-round.
Rabat is a little warmer than Lugo in the spring. The daily temperature in Rabat averages around 16°C (60°F) in April, and Lugo fluctuates around 13°C (55°F).
In Rabat, it's very sunny this time of the year. Rabat usually receives more sunshine than Lugo during spring. Rabat gets 255 hours of sunny skies, while Lugo receives 167 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Rabat usually receives less rain than Lugo. Rabat gets 62 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Lugo receives 83 mm (3.3 in) of rain each month for the spring.
Rabat | Lugo | |||
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Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
Jan | 13°C (56°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 131 mm (5.2 in) |
Feb | 14°C (57°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 104 mm (4.1 in) |
Mar | 15°C (59°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 86 mm (3.4 in) |
Apr | 16°C (60°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) |
May | 18°C (64°F) | 25 mm (1 in) | 15°C (58°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) |
Jun | 20°C (69°F) | 7 mm (0.3 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
Jul | 23°C (73°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 25 mm (1 in) |
Aug | 23°C (73°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 19°C (67°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) |
Sep | 22°C (72°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) | 19°C (65°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
Oct | 20°C (67°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 104 mm (4.1 in) |
Nov | 16°C (62°F) | 97 mm (3.8 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 116 mm (4.6 in) |
Dec | 14°C (57°F) | 102 mm (4 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 128 mm (5 in) |