Which place is cheaper, Fairbanks or Grande-Terre?
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 Grande-Terre or Fairbanks?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Grande-Terre or Fairbanks? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city has activities that align with your interests along with knowing which is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the details and the data, which all comes from actual travelers.
Where Should I go: Grande-Terre or Fairbanks?
Grande-Terre
Grande Terre is an island that makes up the eastern half of the Guadeloupe 'mainland.' It is divided from the other half of the main Guadeloupe island, Basse Terre, by a narrow channel called Rivière Salee (or the Salt River). The island itself is characterized by rolling hills, white sand beaches, and cliffs, and its indented coastline is surrounded by coral reefs. It is home to most of Guadeloupe's farmlands and tourist resorts.
Fairbanks
Fairbanks is the only 'city' in the interior region of Alaska, and the largest settlement for hundreds of miles, but it has many characteristics of a small town where everyone seems to know everyone. Because the city sits at the nexus of some truly epic routes - north to the Arctic, east to Canada and south to Denali - you'll almost inevitably end up spending time here, and that time is rarely boring. The residential streets of compact downtown are pretty as a picture, and during winter, this is ground zero for viewing the aurora borealis.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Las Vegas, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Anchorage.
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Grande-Terre Prices
Guadeloupe PricesFairbanks Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayGrande-Terre $210Fairbanks $318
The average daily cost (per person) in Grande-Terre is $210, while the average daily cost in Fairbanks is $318. 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 Grande-Terre and Fairbanks in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personGrande-Terre $96Fairbanks $154
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomGrande-Terre $192Fairbanks $308
Compare Hotels in Grande-Terre and Fairbanks
Looking for a hotel in Grande-Terre or Fairbanks? 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: Grande-Terre Hotel Prices and Fairbanks Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Grande-Terre $11Fairbanks $66
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Grande-Terre
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Grande-Terre:
- Transfer Guadeloupe Airport to Cruise Port: $38
- PrivateTransfer from Pointe-à-Pitre Cruise Port to Airport (PTP) : $76
- PrivateTransfer from Pointe-à-Pitre Airport (PTP) to Cruise Port : $76
- Private Transfer from Pointe-à-Pitre to Pointe-à-Pitre Port: $76
- Private Transfer from Pointe-à-Pitre Port to Pointe-à-Pitre: $76
- Private Transfer from Pointe a Pitre Airport to Deshaies or Trois Riviers by SUV: $91
- Pointe-a-Pitre Airport (PTP) to Pointe-a-Pitre Arrival Transfer: $47
- Pointe-a-Pitre Airport (PTP) to Pointe-a-Pitre - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $94
- Pointe-a-Pitre Airport (PTP) to Guadeloupe island hotel-Arrival Private Transfer: $71
- Pointe-a-Pitre Airport (PTP) to Guadeloupe island - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $142
- Arrival Private Transfer from Pointe a Pitre Airport PTP to Le Gosier by SUV: $50
- Arrival Private Transfer Pointe a Pitre Airport PTP to Pointe a Pitre by SUV: $41
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Fairbanks
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Fairbanks:
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Full Tank of Gas$90
Is it cheaper to fly into Grande-Terre or Fairbanks?
Prices for flights to both Fairbanks and Grande-Terre 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 dayGrande-Terre $96Fairbanks $109
Typical Food Prices in Fairbanks
For Fairbanks, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Lunch for Two at Pike's Landing$63
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Totem Inn Breakfast for Two$46
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Fairbanks
For Fairbanks, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Aurora Viewing and Dinner : $120
- Late Night Yurt Dinner and Northern Lights: $210
- "Aurora Ice" - Ice Fishing & Salmon Dinner Tour: $239
- Best Northern Lights Aurora Adventure FREE Portraits & Hot Pizza : $270
- Northern Lights Adventure with Photos & HOT PIZZA: $300
- Moonlight Dog Sled, Dinner & Northern Lights: $320
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Grande-Terre $52Fairbanks $65
Typical Entertainment Prices in Fairbanks
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Fairbanks's activities, tours, and tickets:
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The Riverboat Discovery Trip$55
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1 Day Mountain Bike Rental$27
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Canoe Rental with Pickup$56
Tours and Activities in Fairbanks
For Fairbanks, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Axe Throwing Experience with Ninja Stars: $45
- Siberian Husky Kennel Tour: $49
- 1.5-Hour Beer and Puppies Guided Experience in Fairbanks: $58
- Extreme Cold Clothing Pkg - (Parka Snowpant Bibs Boots) No Tour: $65
- Walking with Reindeer Experience: $85
- Sledding and Homesteading Adventure: $95
- Husky Hiking Tour: $99
- Dog Sledding and Mushing Experience: $105
- Dog Sledding and Mushing Experience in North Pole: $105
- Fairbanks Snowmobile Adventure from North Pole: $113
- 3-Hour Small Group 9-Hole Self-Guided Fairbanks Golf Experience: $114
- First or Last Call Aurora Tour: $115
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayGrande-Terre $14Fairbanks $27
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Grande-Terre and Fairbanks, we can see that Fairbanks is more expensive. And not only is Grande-Terre much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Grande-Terre is in Caribbean Islands and Fairbanks 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 Grande-Terre would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Grande-Terre 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 Fairbanks would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Fairbanks than you might in Grande-Terre.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Grande-Terre Expensive? and Is Fairbanks Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Grande-Terre or Fairbanks?
Fairbanks has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Grande-Terre experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Grande-Terre or Fairbanks in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Grande-Terre as well as Fairbanks. Grande-Terre attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Additionally, the hiking and the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Fairbanks this time of year.
In the summer, Grande-Terre is much warmer than Fairbanks. Typically, the summer temperatures in Grande-Terre in July average around 27°C (81°F), and Fairbanks averages at about 64°F (18°C).
Grande-Terre receives a lot of rain in the summer. Grande-Terre usually gets more rain in July than Fairbanks. Grande-Terre gets 150 mm (5.9 in) of rain, while Fairbanks receives 2 inches (51 mm) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyGrande-Terre 27°C (81°F)Fairbanks 64°F (18°C)
Should I visit Grande-Terre or Fairbanks in the Autumn?
Both Fairbanks and Grande-Terre are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Grande-Terre throughout the year. Also, many travelers come to Fairbanks for the hiking trails, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Fairbanks. In October, Grande-Terre is generally much warmer than Fairbanks. Daily temperatures in Grande-Terre average around 27°C (80°F), and Fairbanks fluctuates around 27°F (-3°C).
It's quite rainy in Grande-Terre. In October, Grande-Terre usually receives more rain than Fairbanks. Grande-Terre gets 228 mm (9 in) of rain, while Fairbanks receives 0.9 inches (22 mm) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberGrande-Terre 27°C (80°F)Fairbanks 27°F (-3°C)
Should I visit Grande-Terre or Fairbanks in the Winter?
Both Fairbanks and Grande-Terre during the winter are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Grande-Terre because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Also, many visitors come to Fairbanks in the winter for the skiing, the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Fairbanks can get quite cold in the winter. Grande-Terre is much warmer than Fairbanks in the winter. The daily temperature in Grande-Terre averages around 24°C (76°F) in January, and Fairbanks fluctuates around -9°F (-23°C).
Grande-Terre usually gets more rain in January than Fairbanks. Grande-Terre gets 84 mm (3.3 in) of rain, while Fairbanks receives 0.5 inches (13 mm) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryGrande-Terre 24°C (76°F)Fairbanks -9°F (-23°C)
Should I visit Grande-Terre or Fairbanks in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Grande-Terre and Fairbanks. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Grande-Terre year-round. Also, most visitors come to Fairbanks for the natural beauty during these months.
Fairbanks can be very cold during spring. In the spring, Grande-Terre is much warmer than Fairbanks. Typically, the spring temperatures in Grande-Terre in April average around 26°C (78°F), and Fairbanks averages at about 32°F (0°C).
Grande-Terre gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In April, Grande-Terre usually receives more rain than Fairbanks. Grande-Terre gets 123 mm (4.8 in) of rain, while Fairbanks receives 0.4 inches (9 mm) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilGrande-Terre 26°C (78°F)Fairbanks 32°F (0°C)
Typical Weather for Fairbanks and Grande-Terre
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 24°C (76°F) | 84 mm (3.3 in) | -9°F (-23°C) | 0.5 inches (13 mm) |
| Feb | 24°C (76°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) | -2°F (-19°C) | 0.4 inches (11 mm) |
| Mar | 25°C (76°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) | 13°F (-11°C) | 0.5 inches (12 mm) |
| Apr | 26°C (78°F) | 123 mm (4.8 in) | 32°F (0°C) | 0.4 inches (9 mm) |
| May | 27°C (80°F) | 148 mm (5.8 in) | 50°F (10°C) | 0.6 inches (16 mm) |
| Jun | 28°C (82°F) | 118 mm (4.6 in) | 62°F (16°C) | 1.4 inches (36 mm) |
| Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 150 mm (5.9 in) | 64°F (18°C) | 2 inches (51 mm) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 198 mm (7.8 in) | 58°F (15°C) | 2.2 inches (57 mm) |
| Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 236 mm (9.3 in) | 47°F (8°C) | 0.9 inches (24 mm) |
| Oct | 27°C (80°F) | 228 mm (9 in) | 27°F (-3°C) | 0.9 inches (22 mm) |
| Nov | 26°C (79°F) | 220 mm (8.7 in) | 4°F (-15°C) | 0.9 inches (22 mm) |
| Dec | 25°C (77°F) | 137 mm (5.4 in) | -5°F (-21°C) | 0.9 inches (23 mm) |
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.