A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Grand-Bourg vs. Orlando for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Grand-Bourg or Orlando?

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

Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Grand-Bourg and Orlando can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.

Where Should I go: Grand-Bourg or Orlando?

Grand-Bourg

Marie-Galante is an island of the Guadeloupe archipelago, a French overseas territory in the Caribbean. Sometimes called the "Big Pancake" for its circular shape and flat terrain, the island is a prime location for sugar fields which provide the ingredients for Marie Galante's famous cane juice rum. The island is also known for its many windmills, beaches, and historic plantations.

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 Train & Rail Tours in United States of America, and The Best Sightseeing Tours in United States of America.


Which place is cheaper, Orlando or Grand-Bourg?

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 Grand-Bourg is $253, while the average daily cost in Orlando is $368. 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 Grand-Bourg and Orlando in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Grand-Bourg $115
    Orlando $154
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Grand-Bourg $230
    Orlando $308
Compare Hotels in Grand-Bourg and Orlando

Looking for a hotel in Grand-Bourg 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 Grand-Bourg


Hotels in Orlando


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Our Analysis
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Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Grand-Bourg $62
    Orlando $66

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:

  • Private Transfer from Orlando Airport to Cocoa Port Canaveral: $215
  • 14 Pax Van Port Transfer TO or FROM Orlando International Airport: $245
  • Airport Transfer Service in Orlando Hotel to Airport (MCO): $53
  • Canaveral Cruise Port to Orlando Airport (MCO)-Departure Transfer: $94
  • Departure Transfer: Orlando to Orlando Airport MCO by Luxury SUV: $118
  • Hotel near Universal to Sanford Intl. Airport (SFB) - Departure Private Transfer: $86
  • MCO Airport Private Transfer to/from Kennedy Space Center: $221
  • Orlando Airport (MCO) to Lake Buena Vista Area Private Transfer: $73
  • Orlando Airport (MCO) to Orlando - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $146
  • Orlando Airport MCO Round-Trip Private Transfer in SUV: $213
  • Orlando Airport MCO and Hotels Private Transfer to Port Canaveral: $155
  • Orlando Airport MCO and Resort Transfer to Port Canaveral : $170

Is it cheaper to fly into Grand-Bourg or Orlando?

Prices for flights to both Orlando and Grand-Bourg 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
    Grand-Bourg $99
    Orlando $113

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: $39
  • Flavors of ICON Park Food Tour: $40
  • Orlando Polynesian Fire Luau and Dinner Show Experience: $75
  • Sushi Making Cooking Class at a Local Brewery in Orlando: $75
  • Immersive Pasta Making Cooking Class: $75
  • Pirates Adventure Dinner Show with Drinks: $80
  • Speakeasy Murder Mystery Dinner Show in Orlando: $82
  • Titanic: First Class Dinner Gala Tickets in Orlando: $84
  • Ivanhoe Village Food Tour with Tastings: $88
  • Food Tour of Local Orlando's Ivanhoe Village : $89
  • Sleuth's Mystery Dinner Show, Orlando: $90
  • Milk District Eats Walking Food Tour: $90

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Grand-Bourg $31
    Orlando $204

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.

  • Scavenger Hunt Adventure in Orlando by Operation City Quest: $10
  • 7-D Dark Ride Entry Ticket: $12
  • SelfGuided Scavenger Hunt:Feel the Adventure Breeze at WinterPark: $12
  • Orlando Audio Tour Adventure: $15
  • Orlando Art Walk an Interactive Walking Tour: $15
  • Old Town Entertainment District Attraction Tickets: $15
  • Orlando City Pride- National Women's Soccer League Tickets: $18
  • Ripley's Mirror Maze Experience: $18
  • Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf Entry Ticket: $21
  • Factory Adventure Tour in Chocolate Kingdom: $24
  • Chocolate Kingdom Factory Adventure Tour: $24
  • Orlando Ghost Tour: Ominous Otherworld Ghosts & Hauntings: $25

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Grand-Bourg $46
    Orlando $30

Sample the Local Flavors in Orlando

Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Orlando:

  • Winter Park Bar Crawl: $15
  • Orlando Haunts Boos and Booze Haunted Pub Crawl: $27
  • Orlando Haunts Boos and Booze Haunted Pub Crawl: $30
  • Caribbean Moonshine Distillery Tour and Tasting: $40
  • Sanford’s Haunted Brewery Tour: $43
  • A Toast to the Ghost Haunted Pub Crawl in Downtown Orlando: $45
  • Brews and Bites Brewery Walking Tour: $75
  • 2-Hour Sushi Making Class at a Local Brewery: $75
  • Pontoon Pub Crawl, 5 Lakeside Pubs and Restaurants Visit by Boat: $90
  • Chef's Table and Wine Tasting Tour: $300


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Grand-Bourg and Orlando, we can see that Orlando is more expensive. And not only is Grand-Bourg much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Grand-Bourg 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 Grand-Bourg would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Grand-Bourg 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 Grand-Bourg.

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


Which is Bigger, Grand-Bourg or Orlando?

Orlando has a larger population, and is about 40 times larger than the population of Grand-Bourg. When comparing the sizes of Grand-Bourg and Orlando, 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.


When is the best time to visit Grand-Bourg or Orlando?

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

Should I visit Grand-Bourg or Orlando in the Summer?

Both Orlando and Grand-Bourg during the summer are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Grand-Bourg because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Also, many visitors come to Orlando in the summer for the family-friendly experiences.

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

Orlando gets a good bit of rain this time of year. It rains a lot this time of the year in Grand-Bourg. Grand-Bourg usually gets less rain in July than Orlando. Grand-Bourg gets 150 mm (5.9 in) of rain, while Orlando receives 8.3 inches (211 mm) of rain this time of the year.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Grand-Bourg 27°C (81°F) 
    Orlando 82°F (28°C)

Should I visit Grand-Bourg or Orlando in the Autumn?

The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Grand-Bourg and Orlando. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Grand-Bourg year-round. Also, most visitors come to Orlando for the shopping scene during these months.

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

Orlando receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Grand-Bourg gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In October, Grand-Bourg usually receives more rain than Orlando. Grand-Bourg gets 228 mm (9 in) of rain, while Orlando receives 4.1 inches (103 mm) of rain each month for the autumn.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Grand-Bourg 27°C (80°F) 
    Orlando 75°F (24°C)

Should I visit Grand-Bourg or Orlando in the Winter?

The winter brings many poeple to Grand-Bourg as well as Orlando. Grand-Bourg attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Also, the winter months attract visitors to Orlando because of the Christmas ambience, the shopping scene, the theater shows, and the cuisine.

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

Grand-Bourg usually gets more rain in January than Orlando. Grand-Bourg gets 84 mm (3.3 in) of rain, while Orlando receives 2.3 inches (58 mm) of rain this time of the year.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Grand-Bourg 24°C (76°F) 
    Orlando 59°F (15°C)

Should I visit Grand-Bourg or Orlando in the Spring?

Both Orlando and Grand-Bourg are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Grand-Bourg throughout the year.

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

It's quite rainy in Grand-Bourg. In April, Grand-Bourg usually receives more rain than Orlando. Grand-Bourg gets 123 mm (4.8 in) of rain, while Orlando receives 2.7 inches (69 mm) of rain each month for the spring.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Grand-Bourg 26°C (78°F) 
    Orlando 72°F (22°C)

Typical Weather for Orlando and Grand-Bourg

Grand-Bourg 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)