Which place is cheaper, Kamloops 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 Kamloops?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Grande-Terre or Kamloops? 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 Kamloops?
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.
Kamloops
In British Columbia, Canada, Kamloops is perhaps most famous for the large number of tournaments it hosts, everything from the Strauss Canada Cup of Curling, to the World Fly Fishing Championships. It also hosts Skate Canada, Tim Horton's Olympic Qualifying Bike Race, and the World Junior Hockey Championships among others. The city is in the south central part of the province and it sits near the confluence of the two branches of the Thompson River near Kamloops Lake. The city has a population of about 85,000 and it's the largest community in the Thompson-Nicola Regional District.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Train & Rail Tours in Canada, and The Best Sightseeing Tours in Canada.
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Grande-Terre Prices
Guadeloupe PricesKamloops Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayGrande-Terre €179Kamloops €84
The average daily cost (per person) in Grande-Terre is €179, while the average daily cost in Kamloops is €84. 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 Kamloops in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personGrande-Terre €82Kamloops €37
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomGrande-Terre €164Kamloops €74
Compare Hotels in Grande-Terre and Kamloops
Looking for a hotel in Grande-Terre or Kamloops? 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 Kamloops Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Grande-Terre €9.00Kamloops €17
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
Is it cheaper to fly into Grande-Terre or Kamloops?
Prices for flights to both Kamloops 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 €82Kamloops €35
Typical Food Prices in Kamloops
For Kamloops, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Pastries€4.94
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Lunch for Two€22
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Coffee and Gelato€9.88
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Grande-Terre €45Kamloops €11
Tours and Activities in Kamloops
For Kamloops, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Smartphone Audio Driving Tour between Kamloops & Revelstoke: $8.08
- Smartphone Audio Driving Tour between Kamloops and Vancouver: $8.08
- Scenic Kamloops Self Guided Audio Driving Tour to Lake Louise : $12
- BC Wildlife Park Entry Ticket: $14
- Skip the Line: Kamloops BC Wildlife Park Admission Ticket: $15
- Unique Scavenger Hunt Experience in Kamloops by Zombie Scavengers: $21
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayGrande-Terre €12Kamloops €5.76
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Grande-Terre and Kamloops, we can see that Grande-Terre is more expensive. And not only is Kamloops much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Grande-Terre is in Caribbean Islands and Kamloops 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 Kamloops would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Kamloops 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 Grande-Terre would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Grande-Terre than you might in Kamloops.
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 Kamloops Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Grande-Terre or Kamloops?
Kamloops 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 Kamloops in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Grande-Terre as well as Kamloops. Grande-Terre attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Also, most visitors come to Kamloops for the hiking and the family-friendly experiences during these months.
Grande-Terre is a little warmer than Kamloops in the summer. The daily temperature in Grande-Terre averages around 27°C (81°F) in July, and Kamloops fluctuates around 23°C (73°F).
Grande-Terre receives a lot of rain in the summer. Grande-Terre usually gets more rain in July than Kamloops. Grande-Terre gets 150 mm (5.9 in) of rain, while Kamloops receives 28 mm (1.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyGrande-Terre 27°C (81°F)Kamloops 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Grande-Terre or Kamloops in the Autumn?
Both Kamloops 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, the autumn months attract visitors to Kamloops because of the hiking trails and the shopping scene.
In the autumn, Grande-Terre is much warmer than Kamloops. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Grande-Terre in October average around 27°C (80°F), and Kamloops averages at about 11°C (51°F).
It's quite rainy in Grande-Terre. In October, Grande-Terre usually receives more rain than Kamloops. Grande-Terre gets 228 mm (9 in) of rain, while Kamloops receives 14 mm (0.6 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberGrande-Terre 27°C (80°F)Kamloops 11°C (51°F)
Should I visit Grande-Terre or Kamloops in the Winter?
Both Kamloops 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. Furthermore, the skiing, the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Kamloops this time of year.
It's quite cold in Kamloops in the winter. In January, Grande-Terre is generally much warmer than Kamloops. Daily temperatures in Grande-Terre average around 24°C (76°F), and Kamloops fluctuates around -3°C (27°F).
Grande-Terre usually gets more rain in January than Kamloops. Grande-Terre gets 84 mm (3.3 in) of rain, while Kamloops receives 26 mm (1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryGrande-Terre 24°C (76°F)Kamloops -3°C (27°F)
Should I visit Grande-Terre or Kamloops in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Grande-Terre and Kamloops. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Grande-Terre year-round.
Grande-Terre is much warmer than Kamloops in the spring. The daily temperature in Grande-Terre averages around 26°C (78°F) in April, and Kamloops fluctuates around 12°C (53°F).
Grande-Terre gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In April, Grande-Terre usually receives more rain than Kamloops. Grande-Terre gets 123 mm (4.8 in) of rain, while Kamloops receives 15 mm (0.6 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilGrande-Terre 26°C (78°F)Kamloops 12°C (53°F)
Typical Weather for Kamloops 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) | -3°C (27°F) | 26 mm (1 in) |
| Feb | 24°C (76°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) | 2°C (35°F) | 14 mm (0.6 in) |
| Mar | 25°C (76°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) | 7°C (44°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Apr | 26°C (78°F) | 123 mm (4.8 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) |
| May | 27°C (80°F) | 148 mm (5.8 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 22 mm (0.9 in) |
| Jun | 28°C (82°F) | 118 mm (4.6 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 150 mm (5.9 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 28 mm (1.1 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 198 mm (7.8 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 236 mm (9.3 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 28 mm (1.1 in) |
| Oct | 27°C (80°F) | 228 mm (9 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 14 mm (0.6 in) |
| Nov | 26°C (79°F) | 220 mm (8.7 in) | 4°C (39°F) | 22 mm (0.9 in) |
| Dec | 25°C (77°F) | 137 mm (5.4 in) | -1°C (30°F) | 33 mm (1.3 in) |
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.