Which place is cheaper, Sedona or Saint Croix?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Saint Croix or Sedona?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Saint Croix or Sedona? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city has activities that align with your interests along with knowing which is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the details and the data, which all comes from actual travelers.
Where Should I go: Saint Croix or Sedona?
Saint Croix
Sometimes all you want out of a vacation is the warmth of the sun, the sound of the waves and the taste of a cold drink. No more. No less. That's exactly what you can expect in St. Croix.
The largest of the U.S. Virgin Islands, St. Croix is a place of our leisure and relaxation. It's a bit of an expensive lifestyle for its 50,000 residents and daily visitors, but when you're living on island time, money is never a worry. There are no worries on island time.
This once volcanic island is covered in incredible beaches, stunning mountains, palm tress in the wind and historic colonial towns. While they may be a bit old and rundown, the Danish architecture still stands as a unique part of this island's legacy. Don't expect much window-shopping, though. That was not a feature incorporated in this style of architecture. If you want to know if a store is open, just step on in, but remember, shop hours are also running on island time.
Sedona
Sedona, Arizona is a desert town near Flagstaff. Sedona has many canyons and pine forests, but the most stunningly, beautiful landscape here is the many red rock limestone formations that can be found almost everywhere. The stone formations always have a deep red color, and this color only intensifies in the light of the sun. Sedona has been named one of the most beautiful places in America because of its mesmerizing scenery that changes hourly with the shifting of light. Native Americans have always regarded Sedona as a place of healing and renewal, and that continues to be true as they still value this land as sacred. Sedona is surrounded by 1.8 million acres of national forest land, and no matter where you are in Sedona you are never far from breathtaking scenery.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Adventure Tours to United States of America, and The Best Train & Rail Tours in United States of America.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per daySaint Croix $236Sedona $165
The average daily cost (per person) in Saint Croix is $236, while the average daily cost in Sedona is $165. 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 Saint Croix and Sedona in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personSaint Croix $149Sedona $93
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomSaint Croix $298Sedona $186
Compare Hotels in Saint Croix and Sedona
Looking for a hotel in Saint Croix or Sedona? 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: Saint Croix Hotel Prices and Sedona Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Saint Croix $35Sedona $40
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Saint Croix
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Saint Croix:
- Henry E. Rohlsen Airport (STX) to St.Croix - Round-Trip Transfer: $218
- St Croix Airport to St Croix Hotels Private Round Trip Transfer: $218
- Private Transfer from St. Croix Henry E. Rohlsen Airport (STX) to St. Croix : $164
- St. Croix to Henry E. Rohlsen Airport (STX) - Departure Transfer: $109
- Saint Croix Airport (STX) to Saint Croix Hotels -Arrival Transfer: $109
- Henry E.Rohlsen Airport(STX) to St. Croix island-Arrival Transfer: $109
- Private Transfer from St. Croix Airport to St. Croix Cruise Port : $71
- Private Transfer from St. Croix Cruise Port to St. Croix Airport: $71
- Private Transfer from St.Croix hotels to St. Croix Cruise Port : $49
- Private Transfer from St.Croix Cruise Port to St.Croix hotels: $49
Is it cheaper to fly into Saint Croix or Sedona?
Prices for flights to both Sedona and Saint Croix 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 daySaint Croix $56Sedona $48
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Saint Croix
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Saint Croix.
- A Evening Cultural Experience Through Food Cooking Class St. Croix: $90
- Taste of Twin City Food Tour with VI Food Tours: $129
- C'sted Sip & Savor Mixology Class with VI Food Tours: $129
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Sedona
For Sedona, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- The VIP Experience, Chuck Wagon Dinner and Show Tickets: $119
- Sedona/Flagstaff: Grand Canyon Day Trip with Dinner & Sunset: $241
- Cooking class and candlelit dinner with a view: $251
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Saint Croix $58Sedona $19
Tours and Activities in Saint Croix
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Saint Croix are as follows:
- 1 Hour Private Jetcar Experience in Virgin Islands : $250
- 30 Minute Private Jetcar Experience in Virgin Islands: $150
- Grange Estate History and Heritage Private Tour and Luncheon : $60
- Horseback Riding Experience: $160
- Parasail Experience in St Croix: $132
- Private Sailing Tour of Pirate Waters and Shipwrecks: $75
- St Croix Island Tour: $100
Typical Entertainment Prices in Sedona
For Sedona, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Red Rock Fantasy Light Show (for 2)$10
Tours and Activities in Sedona
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Sedona.
- Self-Guided Driving Tour with GPS Audio Guide App: $8.99
- Sedona & Red Rock State Park: Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour: $15
- Jerome Scavenger Hunt Walking Tour and Game: $25
- Grand Canyon & Self-Guided Driving Tour Bundle: $25
- From Boynton Canyon Trolley Tour: $25
- Jerome Puzzling Adventure: $35
- Out of Africa Wildlife Park Admission Ticket: $43
- Feel the Sedona Vortex Mindfulness Game and Adventure: $45
- Sedona Hi-Points Luxury Van Tour: $46
- The Best Private Vortex and City Tour of Sedona: $50
- Hi-Points Tour in Luxury Van: $50
- The Magic of Sedona Highlights Tour: $63
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one daySaint Croix $27Sedona $13
Sample the Local Flavors in Sedona
Also in Sedona, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Elevated Social Wine Tours of Sedona's Vineyards : $85
- Bliss Sedona’s Most Luxurious Wine Tour with Lunch Included: $115
- All inclusive Sedona Join in Wine Tour 200+ 5 star reviews!: $179
- Tastings Included! EXPRESS PRIVATE ELEVATED WINE TOUR: $199
- Pedal and Paddle Wine Tour in Arizona: $235
- Private Wine Tour in Sedona, Arizona: $295
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Saint Croix and Sedona, we can see that Saint Croix is more expensive. And not only is Sedona much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Saint Croix is in Caribbean Islands and Sedona is in North America, 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 Sedona would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Sedona 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 Saint Croix would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Saint Croix than you might in Sedona.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Saint Croix Expensive? and Is Sedona 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.