A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Boca Raton vs. Saint John for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Boca Raton or Saint John?

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

Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Boca Raton and Saint John. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.

Where Should I go: Boca Raton or Saint John?

Boca Raton

An affluent city with a reputation for catering to the well-to-do, Boca Raton is a beautiful city in Southern Florida with plenty to offer for all tastes and budgets. Boca's warm weather climate has visitors flocking to its many beaches and parks each day, while others take advantage of the golf courses, spas, annual events, festivals, live shows, museums, shopping, dining, and more.

Saint John

With the popularity of the Caribbean rising, many islands have become touristy and expensive – but not St. John in the U.S. Virgin Islands.

At only nine miles long and five miles wide, St. John is the smallest of the Virgin Islands, and, many argue, the prettiest. It's the kind of place that has maintained it's cultural identity, but still welcomes visitors from all over the world. With a population of just 5,000, the residents of St. John know everyone and everything happening on the island.

This island is perfect for people who want an undisturbed island getaway at any price. Between resorts and campgrounds there is a spot for everyone on St. John.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Wildlife Tours to United States of America, and The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in United States of America.

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

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Boca Raton Expensive? and Is Saint John Expensive?.

When is the best time to visit Boca Raton or Saint John?

Boca Raton has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Saint John experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.

Should I visit Boca Raton or Saint John in the Summer?

The summer brings many poeple to Boca Raton as well as Saint John. The summer months attract visitors to Boca Raton because of the beaches, snorkeling, the hiking, and the family-friendly experiences. The warm climate attracts visitors to Saint John throughout the year.

In the summer, Boca Raton is around the same temperature as Saint John. Typically, the summer temperatures in Boca Raton in July average around 82°F (28°C), and Saint John averages at about 29°C (83°F).

Boca Raton receives a lot of rain in the summer. Boca Raton usually gets more rain in July than Saint John. Boca Raton gets 6.5 inches (166 mm) of rain, while Saint John receives 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain this time of the year.

Should I visit Boca Raton or Saint John in the Autumn?

Both Saint John and Boca Raton are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The hiking trails and the shopping scene are the main draw to Boca Raton this time of year. Plenty of visitors come to Saint John because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.

In October, Boca Raton is generally around the same temperature as Saint John. Daily temperatures in Boca Raton average around 78°F (25°C), and Saint John fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).

It rains a lot this time of the year in Saint John. It's quite rainy in Boca Raton. In October, Boca Raton usually receives more rain than Saint John. Boca Raton gets 8.7 inches (222 mm) of rain, while Saint John receives 146 mm (5.7 in) of rain each month for the autumn. June to November is the hurricane season in Boca Raton.

Should I visit Boca Raton or Saint John in the Winter?

Both Saint John and Boca Raton during the winter are popular places to visit. Many travelers come to Boca Raton for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Saint John year-round.

Boca Raton is cooler than Saint John in the winter. The daily temperature in Boca Raton averages around 65°F (19°C) in January, and Saint John fluctuates around 26°C (78°F).

Boca Raton usually gets more rain in January than Saint John. Boca Raton gets 2.6 inches (66 mm) of rain, while Saint John receives 43 mm (1.7 in) of rain this time of the year.

Should I visit Boca Raton or Saint John in the Spring?

The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Boca Raton and Saint John. Many visitors come to Boca Raton in the spring for the beaches. Saint John attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.

In the spring, Boca Raton is cooler than Saint John. Typically, the spring temperatures in Boca Raton in April average around 74°F (23°C), and Saint John averages at about 27°C (80°F).

In April, Boca Raton usually receives more rain than Saint John. Boca Raton gets 3.5 inches (89 mm) of rain, while Saint John receives 72 mm (2.8 in) of rain each month for the spring. June to November in Boca Raton is the hurricane season.

Typical Weather for Saint John and Boca Raton