Which place is cheaper, Detroit or Eagle Beach?
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 Eagle Beach or Detroit?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Eagle Beach or Detroit, 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: Eagle Beach or Detroit?
Eagle Beach
Aruba, only fifteen miles north of Venezuela, is a top Caribbean tourist destination. It's a small island, only 20 miles long and 6 miles wide, and is an autonomous dependency of the Kingdom of the Netherlands. One of the most popular and beautiful beaches on the island is Eagle Beach. It's a popular beach with the locals, and a common destination for many who are looking for a party. The beach is particularly crowded on Easter weekend. The sand is a sugary white and the waters are a stunning crystal blue color. The beach itself is quite flat and the ocean is so calm it's like swimming in a pool. There are a handful of palm trees if you're seeking shade, but otherwise it's the ideal place to soak up some rays. You'll find some shaded picnic areas as well if you're hoping to enjoy a casual lunch.
Detroit
Detroit is the largest city in the Midwestern state of Michigan. Near Downtown, the neoclassical Detroit Institute of Arts is famed for the Detroit Industry Murals painted by Diego Rivera, and inspired by the city's ties to the auto industry, giving it the nickname "Motor City." Detroit is also the birthplace of Motown Records, whose chart-topping history is on display at their original headquarters, Hitsville U.S.A.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayEagle Beach $500Detroit $165
The average daily cost (per person) in Eagle Beach is $500, while the average daily cost in Detroit is $165. 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 Eagle Beach and Detroit in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personEagle Beach $290Detroit $64
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomEagle Beach $580Detroit $128
Compare Hotels in Eagle Beach and Detroit
Looking for a hotel in Eagle Beach or Detroit? 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: Detroit Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Eagle Beach $42Detroit $37
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Eagle Beach
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Eagle Beach:
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Round-trip Bus Ticket$2.84
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One Day Scooter Rental$51
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Eagle Beach
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Eagle Beach:
- VIP luxury limousine airport transfer one way!: $190
- VIP Luxury Sedan Airport Transfer: $105
- Transfers & Pickups: $67
- Transfer in Private Vehicle from Aruba Reina Beatrix Airport (AUA)- Aruba: $25
- Roundtrip Transfer Private Vehicle Aruba Airport (AUA) - Aruba: $55
- Round-Trip Aruba Airport Transfer: $23
- Round-Trip Aruba Airport Express Transfer: $45
- Round Trip Private Airport Transfer: $120
- Private roundtrip Airport Transfers in Aruba: $60
- Private Transfer from Oranjestad Port to Oranjestad Airport (AUA): $55
- Private Transfer from Oranjestad Cruise Port to Oranjestad city: $55
- Private Transfer from Oranjestad City to Oranjestad Cruise Port: $55
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Detroit
Also for Detroit, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Departure Private Transfer: Detroit to Detroit Airport DTW in Business Car: $108
- Departure Private Transfer: Detroit to Detroit Airport DTW in Luxury SUV: $142
- Detroit Airport (DTW) to Detroit City - Arrival Private Transfer: $92
- Detroit Airport (DTW) to Detroit City - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $183
- Detroit City to Detroit Airport (DTW) - Departure Private Transfer: $92
- Private Departure Transfer - to Detroit Airport (DTW) by SUV: $90
- Private Departure Transfer to Detroit Airport DTW: $61
- Private Transfer from Detroit (DTW) Airport to Detroit City: $155
- Private Transfer from Detroit City to Detroit (DTW) Airport: $155
Is it cheaper to fly into Eagle Beach or Detroit?
Prices for flights to both Detroit and Eagle Beach 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 dayEagle Beach $150Detroit $76
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Eagle Beach
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Eagle Beach.
- Aruba Dinner and Nightlife Tour: $86
- Noord, Aruba: Exclusive Private Dinner aboard the Aqua Donut: $90
- Aruba Caribbean Dinner Sail Experience: $92
- Sunset Sail Cruise to Boca Catalina with BBQ Dinner: $110
- Sunset Sail: Aruba Dinner Cruise with Open Bar by Catamaran: $119
- Tropical Sailing Experience with BBQ Lunch or BBQ Dinner in Aruba: $135
- Caribbean Cooking Class in Aruba: $160
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Detroit
For Detroit, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Secret Food Tour with Tastings: $80
- Detroit Downtown Food Tour: 6+ Iconic Tastings in Motor City: $95
- Detroit Flavors Food Tour: $150
- Delicious in Detroit Food Tour: $159
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Eagle Beach $155Detroit $21
Typical Entertainment Prices in Eagle Beach
Here are a few typical costs in Eagle Beach for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Full Day Bike Rental$32
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Kayak & Snorkeling Tour$126
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Horseback Riding Tour$89
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4 Hr Snorkel Trip$95
Tours and Activities in Eagle Beach
Here are a few actual costs in Eagle Beach for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Aruba Private Tour Mini Bus with SeaFood/Caribbean Food Included: $175
- Aruba Semi-Submarine Cruise from Oranjestad: $60
- Discover Snorkeling Tour Mangel Halto & Baby Beach: $115
- Explore Aruba Coastline with Kayaking Tour: $104
- 2-Hour Horseback Riding Tour to Little Natural Bridge in Aruba: $93
- 2-Seater UTV Island Tour in Aruba: $99
- Action-Packed Half Day Aruba UTV Tour and Cave Pool: $210
- Adventure Kayak & Snorkeling at Reef Island Aruba: $115
- Adventurous Clear Kayak And Snorkeling Tour At Mangel Halto: $105
- Alto Vista Chapel and Arashi Beach Adventure: $77
- Antilla Shipwreck Seabob Tour: $120
- Art, Facts & Baby Beach UTV Adventure by Fofoti: $235
Tours and Activities in Detroit
For Detroit, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Self Guided Detroit's Spirit and History Solo Walking Tour: $9.75
- Scavenger Hunt Adventure in Ann Arbor by Wacky Walks: $10
- Scavenger Hunt Adventure in Windsor by Wacky Walks: $10
- Detroit Red Wings Ice Hockey Game Ticket at Little Caesars Arena: $11
- Self-Guided Ann Arbor Scavenger Hunt: Ann Arbor Adventure: $12
- Murder Mystery Detective Experience in Ann Arbor MI: $15
- SEA LIFE Michigan Aquarium Admission Ticket: $20
- Experience the season with a scavenger hunt in Ann Arbor with Holly Jolly Hunt: $20
- French History Tour of Detroit A Self-Guided Audio Tour App: $20
- LEGOLAND® Discovery Center Michigan Admission Ticket: $22
- Detroit Pistons Basketball Game Ticket at Little Caesars Arena: $23
- Macabre, Murder, & Mayhem in Motor City: Detroit Ghost Tour: $24
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayEagle Beach $40Detroit $20
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Eagle Beach and Detroit, we can see that Eagle Beach is more expensive. And not only is Detroit much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Eagle Beach is in Caribbean Islands and Detroit 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 Detroit would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Detroit 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 Eagle Beach would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Eagle Beach than you might in Detroit.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Eagle Beach Expensive? and Is Detroit Expensive?.
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.