Which place is cheaper, Wollongong or Yangshuo?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Yangshuo and Wollongong can help you decide which place is right for you.
A county of the city, Guilin, Yangshuo is located in a region famous for its karst topography. Surrounded by jagged mountain peaks and bordered on one side by the Li River, Yangshuo has become a popular home base for tourists looking to explore the region's natural wonders. Backpackers and tourists, both foreign and domestic, come to Yangshuo every year making it a city of many cultures. Most locals are even able to speak English, which is fairly uncommon for Chinese cities.
Wollongong is south of Sydney in New South Wales. It is also the third largest city in the state. Wollongong has a unique geography in that it is only six kilometers wide at its widest point and is forty kilometers long. It is squeezed in between the mountains and the ocean and in the process of growth, has swallowed several coastal towns between Dapto and Port Kembla. Wollongong is home to the University of Wollongong and has a diverse population that includes people of Serbian, Croatian, Italian, and Turkish descent among other nationalities. The influence of these cultures is obvious in the city's restaurant and entertainment options. Throughout the city you'll find some wonderful beaches with few crowds and some decent surfing opportunities.
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These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
The average daily cost (per person) in Yangshuo is $86, while the average daily cost in Wollongong is $144. 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 Yangshuo and Wollongong in more detail.
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Also for Yangshuo, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
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For Yangshuo, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Wollongong:
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Yangshuo.
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Wollongong.
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Yangshuo and Wollongong, we can see that Wollongong is more expensive. And not only is Yangshuo much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Yangshuo is in Asia and Wollongong is in Pacific, 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 Yangshuo would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Yangshuo 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 Wollongong would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Wollongong than you might in Yangshuo.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Yangshuo Expensive? and Is Wollongong Expensive?.
Yangshuo has a larger population, and is about 15% larger than the population of Wollongong. When comparing the sizes of Yangshuo and Wollongong, 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.
Even though both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, they experience these seasons at different times of the year. Wollongong is in the southern hemisphere and summer is in January and winter is in July, but Yangshuo has summer in [NORTHERNSUMMERMONTH] and winter in [NORTHERNWINTERMONTH].
Both Wollongong and Yangshuo are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Also, the summer months attract visitors to Wollongong because of the beaches, the hiking, the city activities, and the family-friendly experiences.
In the summer, Yangshuo is a little warmer than Wollongong. Typically, the summer temperatures in Yangshuo in July average around 30°C (86°F), and Wollongong averages at about 23°C (74°F)in January.
It's quite rainy in Yangshuo. In July, Yangshuo usually receives more rain than Wollongongin January. Yangshuo gets 206 mm (8.1 in) of rain, while Wollongong receives 97 mm (3.8 in) of rain each month for the summer.
Both Wollongong and Yangshuo during the autumn are popular places to visit. Also, the hiking trails, the city's sights and attractions, and the shopping scene are the main draw to Wollongong this time of year.
In October, Yangshuo is generally a little warmer than Wollongongin April. Daily temperatures in Yangshuo average around 23°C (73°F), and Wollongong fluctuates around 18°C (64°F).
Yangshuo usually gets more rain in October than Wollongongin April. Yangshuo gets 93 mm (3.7 in) of rain, while Wollongong receives 73 mm (2.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Yangshuo and Wollongong. Also, many travelers come to Wollongong for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Yangshuo is around the same temperature as Wollongong in the winter. The daily temperature in Yangshuo averages around 10°C (49°F) in January, and Wollongong fluctuates around 10°C (50°F)in July.
In January, Yangshuo usually receives more rain than Wollongongin July. Yangshuo gets 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Wollongong receives 47 mm (1.8 in) of rain each month for the winter.
The spring brings many poeple to Yangshuo as well as Wollongong. Also, many visitors come to Wollongong in the spring for the beaches and the activities around the city.
In the spring, Yangshuo is a little warmer than Wollongong. Typically, the spring temperatures in Yangshuo in April average around 20°C (68°F), and Wollongong averages at about 17°C (63°F)in October.
Yangshuo receives a lot of rain in the spring. Yangshuo usually gets more rain in April than Wollongongin October. Yangshuo gets 263 mm (10.3 in) of rain, while Wollongong receives 76 mm (3 in) of rain this time of the year.
Yangshuo | Wollongong | |||
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Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
Jan | 10°C (49°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 23°C (74°F) | 97 mm (3.8 in) |
Feb | 11°C (51°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 103 mm (4.1 in) |
Mar | 15°C (59°F) | 129 mm (5.1 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 139 mm (5.5 in) |
Apr | 20°C (68°F) | 263 mm (10.3 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) |
May | 25°C (77°F) | 334 mm (13.2 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) |
Jun | 28°C (82°F) | 320 mm (12.6 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 142 mm (5.6 in) |
Jul | 30°C (86°F) | 206 mm (8.1 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 47 mm (1.8 in) |
Aug | 30°C (86°F) | 168 mm (6.6 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
Oct | 23°C (73°F) | 93 mm (3.7 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 76 mm (3 in) |
Nov | 17°C (63°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 85 mm (3.3 in) |
Dec | 12°C (53°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) |