Which place is cheaper, Grand Turk or Skopje?
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 Skopje or Grand Turk?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Skopje or Grand Turk? 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: Skopje or Grand Turk?
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Adventure Tours to Macedonia, and The Best Budget Tours to Macedonia.
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Skopje Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per daySkopje $76Grand Turk $0.00
The average daily cost (per person) in Skopje is $76, while the average daily cost in Grand Turk is $0.00. 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 Skopje and Grand Turk in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personSkopje $55Grand Turk -
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomSkopje $110Grand Turk $0.00
Compare Hotels in Skopje and Grand Turk
Looking for a hotel in Skopje or Grand Turk? 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: Skopje Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Skopje $5.46Grand Turk -
Is it cheaper to fly into Skopje or Grand Turk?
Prices for flights to both Grand Turk and Skopje 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 daySkopje $12Grand Turk -
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Skopje -Grand Turk -
Tours and Activities in Skopje
Here are a few actual costs in Skopje for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Skopje Classic one-day tour from Sofia: $135
- Skopje Day Trip from Sofia – Small Group Tour: $141
- 2 days tour from Sofia to North Macedonia: $304
- From Sofia: Kosovo and North Macedonia 2-Day Tour: $393
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one daySkopje -Grand Turk -
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Skopje and Grand Turk, we can see that Skopje is more expensive. And not only is Grand Turk much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Skopje is in Europe and Grand Turk 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 Grand Turk would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Grand Turk 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 Skopje would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Skopje than you might in Grand Turk.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Skopje Expensive? and Is Grand Turk Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Skopje or Grand Turk?
Skopje has a larger population, and is about 130 times larger than the population of Grand Turk. When comparing the sizes of Skopje and Grand Turk, 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.