Which place is cheaper, Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) or Salvador?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit Salvador or Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius)?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Salvador or Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius), 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: Salvador or Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius)?
Salvador
Salvador de Bahia was the first capital of Brazil, founded by the Portuguese in 1549. Also known as "Brazil's capital of happiness," Salvador is famous for its plentiful and spirited street festivals. The third most populous city in Brazil, Salvador is also well-known for its Afro-Brazilian culture and Portuguese colonial architecture.
Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius)
An island of the Caribbean Netherlands, St. Eustatius, sometimes called Statia, is a small, relatively unknown destination to the greater tourist areas of the Caribbean. As a result, however, it is its own treasure consisting of a dormant volcano known as the Quill and featuring a lush rainforest, narrow volcanic beaches, many dive sites, and a quaint harbor town.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Eco Tours in Brazil, and The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Brazil.
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Salvador Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per daySalvador $53Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) $225
The average daily cost (per person) in Salvador is $53, while the average daily cost in Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) is $225. 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 Salvador and Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personSalvador $24Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) $92
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomSalvador $48Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) $184
Compare Hotels in Salvador and Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius)
Looking for a hotel in Salvador or Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius)? 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: Salvador Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Salvador $5.99Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) $70
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Salvador
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Salvador:
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Bus from Airport$1.17
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Salvador
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Salvador:
- Airport Transfer x Salvador Hotel - Sedan 1 to 4 people: $45
- Airport Transfer-Grand Palladium Imbassai 1 to 4 people by Salvador Receptivo: $95
- Airport Transfer-Grand Palladium Imbassai 5 to 10 people by Salvador Receptivo: $145
- Arrival or Departure Shared Transfer from Airport to hotels in Salvador: $17
- Hotel Vila Galé Mares - Transfers In / Out: $79
- Iberostar Selection Praia do Forte, In/Out Transfers: $103
- Iberostar Waves Bahia, Transfers Go and Go: $103
- One-Way Private Transfer to Boipeba Island: $170
- Praia do Forte Private Transfer From Salvador: $62
- Praia do Forte Private Transfer by 12-Seat Minivan: $230
- Praia do Forte to Salvador Airport SSA-Departure Private Transfer: $55
- Private Airport Transfer to Salvador: $80
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius)
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius):
- One Way Transfer to Frigate Bay Beach: $40
- One Way Transfer to Reggae and Cockleshell Beaches: $70
- Private transfer from Park Hyatt & water taxi to R.L.B Airport: $45
- Shared or Private St Kitts Airport Roundtrip Transfer: $42
- St Kitts & Nevis Airport Roundtrip Transfers: $42
- St Kitts and Nevis Private Airport Transfer: $20
- St. Kitts Beach Transfers Round trip: $67
Is it cheaper to fly into Salvador or Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius)?
Prices for flights to both Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) and Salvador 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 daySalvador $22Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) $89
Typical Food Prices in Salvador
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Salvador:
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Dinner for 2$1.36
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Salvador
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Salvador.
- Eat and drink before you fly: Cooking class near Salvador airport: $50
- Enjoy before flying: Cooking class near Salvador airport: $50
- 4h Cooking Class in Salvador with 9 Recipes & Bottomless Drinks: $65
- Cooking class in Salvador, fun hands on experience with caips: $65
- 4h Cooking Class in 9 Recipes & Bottomless Drinks: $68
- Traditional Moqueca Cooking Class: $75
- Savour Salvador Food Tour with 12+ Tastings: $75
- Bahia Bites Salvador Food Tour with 12+ Tastings: $79
- Bahia Bites Food Tour with 12+ Tastings: $80
- Brazilian Cooking Class with Unlimited Caipirinhas: $89
- Folk Show - Bahia Night (Dinner Included) by Salvador Receptivo: $105
- Salvador by Night: Cultural Show and Dinner: $124
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius)
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius).
- St.Kitts Downtown Basseterre Walking Food Tour: $75
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Salvador $5.65Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) $37
Tours and Activities in Salvador
Here are a few actual costs in Salvador for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Salvador Self-Guided City Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt: $4.97
- City Tour in Salvador - Half Day: $20
- Historic City Tour - Half Day in Salvador: $20
- Authentic Bars Tour in Santo Antônio Beyond the Carmo!: $20
- City Tour Salvador Historica: $20
- Beyond a Night Tour: An Autentic Bar Experience in Salvador: $22
- Walking tour historic Pelourinho: $24
- Historic City Tour in Salvador: $24
- Bahia 500 Years Historic Tour, Salvador, Bahia, Brazil: $25
- Salvador Historical City Center Tour: $25
- Panoramic City Tour in Salvador: $25
- Panoramic Tour, Salvador, Bahia, Brazil: $25
Tours and Activities in Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius)
Here are a few actual costs in Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- St. Kitts Rum and Sights Tour with Beach Time: $26
- Panoramic Sightseeing Tour of St Kitts: $40
- St Kitts Top Sights Open Air Safari Tour with Beach Time: $45
- Ken's Panoramic Tour: $50
- City Tour and Beach Escape: $50
- St Kitts 2 Hour Heritage and Coastal Tour with Drinks: $50
- City Tour, Timothy Hill Lookout and South Friars Beach: $55
- Rainforest Tours in St. Kitts: $62
- St. Kitts Sea Glass Adventure and Volcanic Black Sand Beach Day: $65
- Basseterre Plantation Half Day Tour: $66
- St Kitts Rainforest Tour: $67
- Full Island Panoramic Tour of St Kitts: $68
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one daySalvador $5.36Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) $26
Typical Alcohol Prices in Salvador
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Salvador:
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Beers for 2$1.36
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Drinks$2.72
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Salvador and Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius), we can see that Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) is more expensive. And not only is Salvador much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Salvador is in South America and Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) 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 Salvador would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Salvador 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 Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) than you might in Salvador.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Salvador Expensive? and Is Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Salvador or Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius)?
Salvador has a larger population, and is about 2470 times larger than the population of Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius). When comparing the sizes of Salvador and Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius), 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.