Which place is cheaper, Saint Croix or Vientiane?
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 Vientiane or Saint Croix?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Vientiane or Saint Croix, 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: Vientiane or Saint Croix?
Vientiane
You wouldn't expect the capital city to have such a relaxing environment, but in Vientiane, Laos you can sit back and take in the beautiful scenery without feeling pressure to see every little thing. With Vientiane, what you see is what you get.
While picturesque temples and markets line the streets, the city is still experiencing a successful building boom. Even the Presidential Palace has undergone some hefty renovations.
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.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Bicycle Tours in Laos, and Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Laos.
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Vientiane Prices
Laos PricesSaint Croix Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayVientiane $24Saint Croix $277
The average daily cost (per person) in Vientiane is $24, while the average daily cost in Saint Croix is $277. 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 Vientiane and Saint Croix in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personVientiane $8.45Saint Croix $149
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomVientiane $17Saint Croix $298
Compare Hotels in Vientiane and Saint Croix
Looking for a hotel in Vientiane or Saint Croix? 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: Vientiane Hotel Prices and Saint Croix Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Vientiane $2.01Saint Croix $35
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Vientiane
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Vientiane are as follows:
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Tuk Tuk Ride$4.15
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Vientiane
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Vientiane:
- Vientiane Private Transfer: Wattay Airport -Hotel-Railway Station: $9.90
- Vientian Private Airport Transfer - Wattay Airport: $15
- Wattay Airport (VTE): Private Transfer to/from Vientiane: $20
- Vientiane - Hanoi Sleeping Bus Transfer : $63
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Saint Croix
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Saint Croix:
- St. Croix to Henry E. Rohlsen Airport (STX) - Departure Transfer: $84
- Private Transfer from St. Croix Airport to St. Croix Cruise Port : $87
- Private Transfer from St. Croix Port to St. Croix Airport (STX): $87
- St. Croix to St. Croix Airport (STX) - Departure Private Transfer: $91
- St.Croix Airport (STX) to St.Croix - Arrival Private Transfer: $91
- Henry E. Rohlsen Airport (STX) to St.Croix - Round-Trip Transfer: $167
- Private Transfer from St.Croix hotels to St. Croix Cruise Port : $175
- Private Transfer from St.Croix Cruise Port to St.Croix hotels: $175
- Private Transfer from St. Croix Henry E. Rohlsen Airport (STX) to St. Croix : $180
Is it cheaper to fly into Vientiane or Saint Croix?
Prices for flights to both Saint Croix and Vientiane 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 dayVientiane $12Saint Croix $97
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Vientiane
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Vientiane.
- Vientiane classic Food tour ( Included Food ): $78
- Night Market, Dinner, and Nightclub: $90
- Vientiane Private Lao Cooking Class with Market Tour and Lunch: $95
- Vientiane Private Lao Cooking Class with Market Tour: $122
- Cooking Class Garden House: $335
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
- A Morning Cultural Experience Through Food Cooking Class St. Croix: $90
- C'sted Sip & Savor Mixology Class with VI Food Tours: $131
- Taste of Twin City Food Tour with VI Food Tours: $145
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Vientiane $3.80Saint Croix $58
Tours and Activities in Vientiane
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Vientiane are as follows:
- Laos Railway Tickets Easily: Avoid Long Queues & Wasted Time: $30
- Laos Railway Tickets Online: Skip Long Queues, Avoid Missing: $30
- Art, Culture, & Inspiration Guided Half-Day Tour: $52
- Half-Day City Tour with Patuxai and Buddha Park: $52
- Vientiane Sky Luge and Roller Zipline Experience: $55
- Vientiane Landmarks and Cultural Immersion Tour: $56
- Cultural Tour with Buddha Park and Patuxay: $58
- Vientiane IG tour & Patuxay monument: $59
- Half-Day City Tour - Morning or Afternoon: $65
- Vientiane Half Day City Tour: $80
- Vientiane : Private Custom Tour with a Local Guide: $88
- Vientiane Half-Day City Tour: $89
Tours and Activities in Saint Croix
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Saint Croix are as follows:
- Christiansted's Artisan Shopping Tour: $33
- St. Croix Ghost Tour of Historic Christiansted: $45
- Frederiksted Moke Tour: $75
- The Frederiksted St. Croix Sea Turtles Snorkeling Tour: $89
- Guided Kayak Tour of Salt River Bay Ecology and History: $115
- St Croix Island Tour: $118
- Parasail Experience in St Croix: $132
- Horseback Riding Experience: $160
- Private Sailing Tour of Pirate Waters and Shipwrecks: $175
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayVientiane $2.12Saint Croix $27
Sample the Local Flavors in Saint Croix
Also in Saint Croix, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Farm to Bottle Tour at Prosperity Farm Distillery: $35
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Vientiane and Saint Croix, we can see that Saint Croix is more expensive. And not only is Vientiane much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Vientiane is in Asia and Saint Croix 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 Vientiane would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Vientiane 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 Vientiane.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Vientiane Expensive? and Is Saint Croix Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Vientiane or Saint Croix?
Both destinations experience a warmer climate with nice weather most of the year. Instead of summer and winter seasons, they usually have a rainy season and a dry season.
Should I visit Vientiane or Saint Croix in the Summer?
Both Saint Croix and Vientiane are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Vientiane throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Saint Croix because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
It's quite rainy in Vientiane. In July, Vientiane usually receives more rain than Saint Croix. Vientiane gets 266 mm (10.5 in) of rain, while Saint Croix receives 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain each month for the summer.
In the summer, Vientiane is around the same temperature as Saint Croix. Typically, the summer temperatures in Vientiane in July average around 30°C (85°F), and Saint Croix averages at about 29°C (83°F).
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyVientiane 30°C (85°F)Saint Croix 29°C (83°F)
Should I visit Vientiane or Saint Croix in the Autumn?
Both Saint Croix and Vientiane during the autumn are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Vientiane because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Saint Croix year-round.
Saint Croix gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Vientiane usually gets less rain in October than Saint Croix. Vientiane gets 87 mm (3.4 in) of rain, while Saint Croix receives 146 mm (5.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
In October, Vientiane is generally around the same temperature as Saint Croix. Daily temperatures in Vientiane average around 28°C (83°F), and Saint Croix fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberVientiane 28°C (83°F)Saint Croix 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Vientiane or Saint Croix in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Vientiane and Saint Croix. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Vientiane year-round. Saint Croix attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In January, Vientiane usually receives less rain than Saint Croix. Vientiane gets 6 mm (0.2 in) of rain, while Saint Croix receives 43 mm (1.7 in) of rain each month for the winter.
Vientiane is around the same temperature as Saint Croix in the winter. The daily temperature in Vientiane averages around 24°C (75°F) in January, and Saint Croix fluctuates around 26°C (78°F).
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryVientiane 24°C (75°F)Saint Croix 26°C (78°F)
Should I visit Vientiane or Saint Croix in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Vientiane as well as Saint Croix. Vientiane attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Saint Croix throughout the year.
Vientiane usually gets more rain in April than Saint Croix. Vientiane gets 85 mm (3.3 in) of rain, while Saint Croix receives 72 mm (2.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
The heat can be very extreme in Vientiane. In the spring, Vientiane is a little warmer than Saint Croix. Typically, the spring temperatures in Vientiane in April average around 31°C (88°F), and Saint Croix averages at about 27°C (80°F).
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilVientiane 31°C (88°F)Saint Croix 27°C (80°F)
Typical Weather for Saint Croix and Vientiane
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 24°C (75°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) |
| Feb | 26°C (79°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |
| Mar | 29°C (85°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Apr | 31°C (88°F) | 85 mm (3.3 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) |
| May | 30°C (87°F) | 255 mm (10 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) |
| Jun | 30°C (86°F) | 273 mm (10.7 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) |
| Jul | 30°C (85°F) | 266 mm (10.5 in) | 29°C (83°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) |
| Aug | 29°C (85°F) | 323 mm (12.7 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 101 mm (4 in) |
| Sep | 29°C (84°F) | 295 mm (11.6 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 127 mm (5 in) |
| Oct | 28°C (83°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 146 mm (5.7 in) |
| Nov | 26°C (79°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 126 mm (4.9 in) |
| Dec | 24°C (74°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 26°C (80°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
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.