Which place is cheaper, Martha's Vineyard or Havana?
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 Havana or Martha's Vineyard?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Havana and Martha's Vineyard can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Havana or Martha's Vineyard?
Havana
The city of Havana is at the top of most peoples' bucket list - mostly because of the allure of a forbidden land. Before the Communist revolution, Cuba was a popular tourist destination. Since it has reopened in the 1990s, it has drawn tourists from all over the world (except the US).
This capital city is a land trapped in the past. With 50 years of neglect, when you step off the plane, prepare to step back in time. A trip to Havana is meant for those with truly open minds - and when they arrive they'll be swept away.
Martha's Vineyard
Martha's Vineyard is a famous destination for CEO's, celebrities, and executives. It's an island that's just 8 miles from the Cape Cod peninsula and it is a popular place to "summer" for many recognizable people. Martha's Vineyard has become so popular among the stars, that it's no longer surprising to see a celebrity hanging around.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours in United States of America, and The Best 3-Week Tours in United States of America.
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Havana Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayHavana $74Martha's Vineyard $285
The average daily cost (per person) in Havana is $74, while the average daily cost in Martha's Vineyard is $285. 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 Havana and Martha's Vineyard in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personHavana $42Martha's Vineyard $132
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomHavana $84Martha's Vineyard $264
Compare Hotels in Havana and Martha's Vineyard
Looking for a hotel in Havana or Martha's Vineyard? 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: Martha's Vineyard Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Havana $19Martha's Vineyard $83
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Havana
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Havana:
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Short Taxi Ride$0.68
Is it cheaper to fly into Havana or Martha's Vineyard?
Prices for flights to both Martha's Vineyard and Havana 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 dayHavana $18Martha's Vineyard $104
Typical Food Prices in Havana
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Havana:
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Pizza$0.03
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Havana $11Martha's Vineyard $30
Tours and Activities in Havana
Here are a few actual costs in Havana for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Private: City Tour with Lunch, Rum, and Chocolate: $2,000
Tours and Activities in Martha's Vineyard
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Martha's Vineyard.
- Edgartown Martha’s Vineyard Self-Guided (GPS) Audio Walking Tour: $9.75
- Discovering Oak Bluffs: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $12
- Oak Bluffs, Martha's Vineyard Audio Tour: $13
- Martha’s Vineyard Self-Guided Driving & Walking Audio Tour: $15
- Martha Vineyard Bus Tour: $60
- Best 3-Hour Martha's Vineyard shared Island Tour from Oak Bluffs: $65
- Best of Martha's Vineyard 3 hour Full-Island Tour: $65
- Down Island Tour with One Hour in Edgartown: $65
- Martha's Vineyard: All Island Tour: $70
- All Island Bus Tour: $75
- 4 hours Hop-on Hop-off Jawsome Jaws Tour: $120
- All New Shared Jaws tour Budget Friendly: $130
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayHavana $5.76Martha's Vineyard $22
Typical Alcohol Prices in Havana
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Havana:
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Mojito$0.15
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Havana and Martha's Vineyard, we can see that Martha's Vineyard is more expensive. And not only is Havana much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Havana is in Caribbean Islands and Martha's Vineyard 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 Havana would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Havana 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 Martha's Vineyard would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Martha's Vineyard than you might in Havana.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Havana Expensive? and Is Martha's Vineyard Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Havana or Martha's Vineyard?
Martha's Vineyard has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Havana experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Havana or Martha's Vineyard in the Summer?
Both Martha's Vineyard and Havana during the summer are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Havana because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Also, most visitors come to Martha's Vineyard for the beaches, the hiking, the small town charm, and the family-friendly experiences during these months.
Havana is a little warmer than Martha's Vineyard in the summer. The daily temperature in Havana averages around 27°C (81°F) in July, and Martha's Vineyard fluctuates around 73°F (23°C).
Havana usually gets less rain in July than Martha's Vineyard. Havana gets 50 mm (2 in) of rain, while Martha's Vineyard receives 2.8 inches (72 mm) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyHavana 27°C (81°F)Martha's Vineyard 73°F (23°C)
Should I visit Havana or Martha's Vineyard in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Havana and Martha's Vineyard. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Havana year-round. Also, the autumn months attract visitors to Martha's Vineyard because of the hiking trails, the shopping scene, the small town atmosphere, and the natural beauty of the area.
In the autumn, Havana is much warmer than Martha's Vineyard. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Havana in October average around 25°C (77°F), and Martha's Vineyard averages at about 53°F (12°C).
In October, Havana usually receives around the same amount of rain as Martha's Vineyard. Havana gets 80 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Martha's Vineyard receives 3.3 inches (83 mm) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberHavana 25°C (77°F)Martha's Vineyard 53°F (12°C)
Should I visit Havana or Martha's Vineyard in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Havana as well as Martha's Vineyard. Havana attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Also, the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Martha's Vineyard this time of year.
It's quite cold in Martha's Vineyard in the winter. In January, Havana is generally much warmer than Martha's Vineyard. Daily temperatures in Havana average around 21°C (70°F), and Martha's Vineyard fluctuates around 28°F (-2°C).
Havana usually gets less rain in January than Martha's Vineyard. Havana gets 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain, while Martha's Vineyard receives 3.5 inches (89 mm) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryHavana 21°C (70°F)Martha's Vineyard 28°F (-2°C)
Should I visit Havana or Martha's Vineyard in the Spring?
Both Martha's Vineyard and Havana are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Havana throughout the year. Also, many travelers come to Martha's Vineyard for the beaches, the small town charm, and the natural beauty.
Havana is much warmer than Martha's Vineyard in the spring. The daily temperature in Havana averages around 24°C (75°F) in April, and Martha's Vineyard fluctuates around 48°F (9°C).
In April, Havana usually receives less rain than Martha's Vineyard. Havana gets 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Martha's Vineyard receives 3.7 inches (94 mm) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilHavana 24°C (75°F)Martha's Vineyard 48°F (9°C)
Typical Weather for Martha's Vineyard and Havana
| Havana | Martha's Vineyard | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 21°C (70°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 28°F (-2°C) | 3.5 inches (89 mm) |
| Feb | 22°C (72°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 30°F (-1°C) | 3.5 inches (88 mm) |
| Mar | 23°C (73°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 38°F (3°C) | 4 inches (101 mm) |
| Apr | 24°C (75°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 48°F (9°C) | 3.7 inches (94 mm) |
| May | 26°C (79°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 58°F (15°C) | 3.5 inches (89 mm) |
| Jun | 27°C (81°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 67°F (20°C) | 2.6 inches (67 mm) |
| Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 73°F (23°C) | 2.8 inches (72 mm) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 72°F (22°C) | 3.9 inches (99 mm) |
| Sep | 26°C (79°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 64°F (18°C) | 3.3 inches (83 mm) |
| Oct | 25°C (77°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 53°F (12°C) | 3.3 inches (83 mm) |
| Nov | 23°C (73°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 44°F (7°C) | 4.5 inches (115 mm) |
| Dec | 22°C (72°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 33°F (0°C) | 4.1 inches (105 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.