Which place is cheaper, Vail or Round Pond?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Round Pond or Vail?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Round Pond or Vail, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Where Should I go: Round Pond or Vail?
Round Pond
Round Pond is a little village located in the town of Bristol, formerly known as Pemaquid. The area draws visitors for a closer to nature experience along Maine's rugged coastline. Bristol also houses the villages of New Harbor, Pemaquid, Bristol Mills, and Chamberlain, which all make up this popular fishing and resort area.
Vail
Vail is one of the premier ski resort areas in the United States. Located in central Colorado, Vail is not far from Denver and situated in the heart of the Rockies. Here you'll find a quaint mountain town designed around tourism, especially for the winter, although plenty of visitors come in the warmer months, too.
High-end hotels, condos, and other accommodation options are surrounded by shops and restaurants that are all somewhat expensive compared to other costs in the United States. Because of this, Vail is definitely not considered an "affordable" travel option for many. However, good deals can be found if you look around and do some research.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in United States of America, The Best Historical Tours in United States of America, The Best 10-Day Tours in United States of America, and The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in United States of America.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayRound Pond $145Vail $291
The average daily cost (per person) in Round Pond is $145, while the average daily cost in Vail is $291. 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 Round Pond and Vail in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personRound Pond $70Vail $174
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomRound Pond $140Vail $348
Compare Hotels in Round Pond and Vail
Looking for a hotel in Round Pond or Vail? 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: Vail Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Round Pond $60Vail $19
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Vail
Also for Vail, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Eagle County Airport(EGE) to Steamboat - Arrival Private Transfer: $76
- Eagle Airport (EGE) to Glenwood Springs Resorts Arrival Transfer: $76
- Eagle County Airport to Breckenridge Keystone: Arrival Transfer: $93
- Vail/Beaver Creek/Avon to Eagle County Airport-Departure Transfer: $114
- Eagle County Airport to Vail/Beaver Creek/Avon-Arrival Transfer: $115
- Eagle County Regional (EGE) to Steamboat Springs-Arrival Transfer: $120
- Eagle County Airport to Steamboat Springs-Round-Trip Transfer: $120
- Private Departure Transfer to Vail Airport EGE: $128
- Eagle Airport (EGE) to Glenwood Resorts Round-Trip Transfer: $153
- Eagle County Airport to Steamboat - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $153
- Private Arrival Transfer from Vail Airport EGE: $156
- Vail/Beaver Creek/Avon to Denver Airport DEN - Departure Transfer: $218
Is it cheaper to fly into Round Pond or Vail?
Prices for flights to both Vail and Round Pond 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 dayRound Pond $40Vail $74
Typical Food Prices in Round Pond
Some typical examples of dining costs in Round Pond are as follows:
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Lunch for Two$28
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Round Pond $20Vail $133
Tours and Activities in Vail
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Vail.
- Smartphone Driving Tour between Denver & Vail / Breckenridge: $7.99
- Save the Mountain Escape Room Adventure: $45
- Vail Segway Tour from Vail Village: $89
- Stand Up Paddle Board Colorado River Adventure: Guided Half Day : $98
- Inflatable Kayak Adventure Colorado River: Half Day Guided Tour : $109
- Bike Tour or Mountain Bike down Vail Mountain: $120
- Dillon Marina & Shopping Tour: $267
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayRound Pond $12Vail $9.79
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Round Pond and Vail, we can see that Vail is more expensive. And not only is Round Pond much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Round Pond would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Round Pond 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 Vail would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Vail than you might in Round Pond.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Round Pond Expensive? and Is Vail Expensive?.
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.