A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Terre-de-Haut vs. Orlando for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Terre-de-Haut or Orlando?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

Should I visit Terre-de-Haut or Orlando? 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: Terre-de-Haut or Orlando?

Terre-de-Haut

Les Saintes (also known as Iles des Saintes) is a small archipelago of Guadeloupe, a French overseas territory in the Caribbean. The islands here are best known for their tropical beauty, untouched beaches, and bayside villages. Only two of the nine are inhabited.

Terre-de-Haut of Les Saintes is the most popular island to visit. It is known for the Pain de Sucre, a small bay lined with coconut trees and an ideal location for snorkeling, in addition to white sandy beaches like the Plage de Pompierre. There is also a nineteenth-century fort which can be reached on foot for striking views of the surrounding area.

Orlando

Orlando is a haven for tourists from the entire United States and abroad. The most famous sight in Orlando, Walt Disney World, is not actually located in the city at all, but in nearby Lake Buena Vista. The area attracts over 50 million visitors a year and the city's sprawling development has created amenities and entertainment options for tourists of all ages.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in United States of America, and The Best 2-Week Tours in United States of America.


Which place is cheaper, Orlando or Terre-de-Haut?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.

The average daily cost (per person) in Terre-de-Haut is $150, while the average daily cost in Orlando is $321. 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 Terre-de-Haut and Orlando in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Terre-de-Haut $73
    Orlando $154
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Terre-de-Haut $146
    Orlando $308
Compare Hotels in Terre-de-Haut and Orlando

Looking for a hotel in Terre-de-Haut or Orlando? 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.

Hotels in Terre-de-Haut


Hotels in Orlando


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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: Terre-de-Haut Hotel Prices and Orlando Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Terre-de-Haut $47
    Orlando $66

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Terre-de-Haut

Also for Terre-de-Haut, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • Private Transfer from Deshaies or Trois Riviers to Pointe a Pitre Airport by SUV: $92
  • Guadeloupe to Pointe-a-Pitre Airport - Private Departure Transfer: $80

Typical Local Transportation Prices in Orlando

Some typical examples of transportation costs in Orlando are as follows:


  • Parking
    $14
  • Taxi Ride
    $45

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Orlando

Also for Orlando, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • Universal Studios Ticket with MCO Airport Transfer: $371
  • Private Transfer from Orlando-Sanford (SFB) Airport to Melbourne: $293
  • Private Transfer from Four Corners to Port Canaveral: $270
  • Private Transfer from Orlando-Sanford (SFB) Airport to The Villages: $270
  • Private Transfer from The Villages to Orlando-Sanford (SFB) Airport: $270
  • Private Transfer from Orlando (MCO) Airport to Port Canaveral: $262
  • Private Transfer from Lakeland to Orlando (MCO) Airport: $258
  • Private Transfer from Leesburg to Orlando (MCO) Airport: $258
  • Private Transfer from Orlando (MCO) Airport to Lakeland: $258
  • Orlando Airport (MCO) to Miami accommodation - Arrival Private Transfer: $256
  • Private Orlando Hotels to Orlando Airport MCO Transfer Sprinter Van up to 14 PX: $255
  • Private Orlando Airport (MCO) to Hotels Transfer by Sprinter Van up to 14 PX: $255

Is it cheaper to fly into Terre-de-Haut or Orlando?

Prices for flights to both Orlando and Terre-de-Haut 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Terre-de-Haut $48
    Orlando $65

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Terre-de-Haut

For Terre-de-Haut, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:

  • Grilled Lobster and Fish Private Cooking Tour with Lunch Included: $232

Typical Food Prices in Orlando

Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Orlando:


  • Lunch for Two at Epcot
    $29

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Orlando

For Orlando, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:

  • The Outta Control Magic Comedy Dinner Show: $38
  • Tastes of the World Food Tour in Winter Haven : $50
  • Señor Frogs Lunch / Dinner Package: $50
  • Dinner at the Hard Rock Cafe with Live Music: $58
  • Downtown Murder Mystery Walking Dinner Tour: $66
  • Sleuth's Mystery Dinner Show, Orlando: $69
  • Polynesian Fire Luau with Dinner and Live Show: $75
  • Pirates Dinner Adventure - Top Orlando Dinner Attraction: $78
  • Teatro Martini Dinner Show in Orlando: $79
  • Food Tour of Local Orlando's Ivanhoe Village : $89

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Terre-de-Haut $21
    Orlando $204

Tours and Activities in Terre-de-Haut

Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Terre-de-Haut.

  • Private Shooting Tour Around Soufrière: $107
  • Sailing and Snorkeling Day Tour to Les Saintes: $157
  • Small Day Cruise (Ilet caret, mangrove, coral reef: $104

Typical Entertainment Prices in Orlando

For Orlando, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:


  • Universal Studios for Two
    $110

Tours and Activities in Orlando

Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Orlando.

  • 2 HR Interactive Walking Ghost Tour in Downtown Orlando: $77
  • Everglades Airboat Tour near Orlando Florida: $89
  • 1 Hour Historical Wildlife Tour of The Famous Chain of Lakes: $27
  • 16 mile Heli Tour Over Disney Spring, Epcot, Hollywood Studios: $86
  • 16 miles Private Helicopter Day Tour over Fun Spot: $65
  • 2 Hour Historical Wildlife Tour of the Chain of Lakes: $42
  • 2 Hour Investigative Walking Ghost Tour of Downtown Orlando: $50
  • 23 mile Heli Tour, Epcot, Hollywood Studios, Animal Kingdom &more: $127
  • 23 miles Day Flight Heli Coaster Adventure Ride: $128
  • 3- or 4-Park Magic Ticket at Walt Disney World Resort: $284
  • 8-Hour Automatic Polaris Slingshot SL Adventure Rental: $300
  • Beer Spirits and Ghosts Walking Tour: $170

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Terre-de-Haut $47
    Orlando $30

Sample the Local Flavors in Orlando

Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Orlando:

  • Orlando Virtual Bar Crawl & Scavenger Hunt: $12
  • Orlando Haunts Boos and Booze Haunted Pub Crawl: $35
  • Pontoon Pub Crawl, 5 Lakeside Pubs and Restaurants Visit by Boat: $85
  • Chef's Table and Wine Tasting Tour: $300


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Terre-de-Haut and Orlando, we can see that Orlando is more expensive. And not only is Terre-de-Haut much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Terre-de-Haut is in Caribbean Islands and Orlando 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 Terre-de-Haut would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Terre-de-Haut 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 Orlando would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Orlando than you might in Terre-de-Haut.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Terre-de-Haut Expensive? and Is Orlando Expensive?.



When is the best time to visit Terre-de-Haut or Orlando?

Orlando has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Terre-de-Haut experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.

Should I visit Terre-de-Haut or Orlando in the Summer?

Both Orlando and Terre-de-Haut are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Terre-de-Haut throughout the year. Also, the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Orlando this time of year.

In July, Terre-de-Haut is generally around the same temperature as Orlando. Daily temperatures in Terre-de-Haut average around 27°C (81°F), and Orlando fluctuates around 82°F (28°C).

It rains a lot this time of the year in Orlando. It's quite rainy in Terre-de-Haut. In July, Terre-de-Haut usually receives less rain than Orlando. Terre-de-Haut gets 150 mm (5.9 in) of rain, while Orlando receives 8.3 inches (211 mm) of rain each month for the summer.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Terre-de-Haut 27°C (81°F) 
    Orlando 82°F (28°C)

Should I visit Terre-de-Haut or Orlando in the Autumn?

Both Orlando and Terre-de-Haut during the autumn are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Terre-de-Haut because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Also, many travelers come to Orlando for the shopping scene.

Terre-de-Haut is a little warmer than Orlando in the autumn. The daily temperature in Terre-de-Haut averages around 27°C (80°F) in October, and Orlando fluctuates around 75°F (24°C).

Orlando gets a good bit of rain this time of year. It rains a lot this time of the year in Terre-de-Haut. Terre-de-Haut usually gets more rain in October than Orlando. Terre-de-Haut gets 228 mm (9 in) of rain, while Orlando receives 4.1 inches (103 mm) of rain this time of the year.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Terre-de-Haut 27°C (80°F) 
    Orlando 75°F (24°C)

Should I visit Terre-de-Haut or Orlando in the Winter?

The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Terre-de-Haut and Orlando. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Terre-de-Haut year-round. Also, many visitors come to Orlando in the winter for the Christmas ambience, the shopping scene, the theater shows, and the cuisine.

In the winter, Terre-de-Haut is much warmer than Orlando. Typically, the winter temperatures in Terre-de-Haut in January average around 24°C (76°F), and Orlando averages at about 59°F (15°C).

In January, Terre-de-Haut usually receives more rain than Orlando. Terre-de-Haut gets 84 mm (3.3 in) of rain, while Orlando receives 2.3 inches (58 mm) of rain each month for the winter.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Terre-de-Haut 24°C (76°F) 
    Orlando 59°F (15°C)

Should I visit Terre-de-Haut or Orlando in the Spring?

The spring brings many poeple to Terre-de-Haut as well as Orlando. Terre-de-Haut attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.

In April, Terre-de-Haut is generally a little warmer than Orlando. Daily temperatures in Terre-de-Haut average around 26°C (78°F), and Orlando fluctuates around 72°F (22°C).

Terre-de-Haut receives a lot of rain in the spring. Terre-de-Haut usually gets more rain in April than Orlando. Terre-de-Haut gets 123 mm (4.8 in) of rain, while Orlando receives 2.7 inches (69 mm) of rain this time of the year.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Terre-de-Haut 26°C (78°F) 
    Orlando 72°F (22°C)

Typical Weather for Orlando and Terre-de-Haut

Terre-de-Haut Orlando
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 24°C (76°F) 84 mm (3.3 in) 59°F (15°C) 2.3 inches (58 mm)
Feb 24°C (76°F) 64 mm (2.5 in) 62°F (16°C) 3 inches (75 mm)
Mar 25°C (76°F) 73 mm (2.9 in) 67°F (19°C) 3.5 inches (88 mm)
Apr 26°C (78°F) 123 mm (4.8 in) 72°F (22°C) 2.7 inches (69 mm)
May 27°C (80°F) 148 mm (5.8 in) 77°F (25°C) 3 inches (75 mm)
Jun 28°C (82°F) 118 mm (4.6 in) 81°F (27°C) 7.1 inches (181 mm)
Jul 27°C (81°F) 150 mm (5.9 in) 82°F (28°C) 8.3 inches (211 mm)
Aug 27°C (81°F) 198 mm (7.8 in) 82°F (28°C) 6.7 inches (171 mm)
Sep 27°C (81°F) 236 mm (9.3 in) 81°F (27°C) 7.2 inches (183 mm)
Oct 27°C (80°F) 228 mm (9 in) 75°F (24°C) 4.1 inches (103 mm)
Nov 26°C (79°F) 220 mm (8.7 in) 68°F (20°C) 1.6 inches (40 mm)
Dec 25°C (77°F) 137 mm (5.4 in) 62°F (17°C) 1.9 inches (48 mm)