Which place is cheaper, Big Island of Hawaii or Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius)?
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 Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) or Big Island of Hawaii?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) and Big Island of Hawaii. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) or Big Island of Hawaii?
Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius)
An island of the Caribbean Netherlands, St. Eustatius, sometimes called Statia, is a small, relatively unknown destination to the greater tourist areas of the Caribbean. As a result, however, it is its own treasure consisting of a dormant volcano known as the Quill and featuring a lush rainforest, narrow volcanic beaches, many dive sites, and a quaint harbor town.
Big Island of Hawaii
What comes to mind when someone says, "Hawaii"? Probably sandy beaches, coconut drinks and lazy days of tanning. It's a dream destination for those who want to get away, but the island of Hawai'i, or the Big Island as it's most commonly called, has so much more to offer than a place to catch up on your latest novel.
At 93 miles across, and a population of 185 thousand, the Big Island was once a large exporter of sugarcane. After its final plantation closed in 1996, tourism became the backbone of Hawai'i Island's economy. More recently, the Big Island has become the focus for sustainable tourism – visiting a place as a tourist and trying to make only a positive impact on your destination.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Polar Tours & Cruises in United States of America, and The Best Walking Tours in United States of America.
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Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayOranjestad (Sint Eustatius) $225Big Island of Hawaii $327
The average daily cost (per person) in Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) is $225, while the average daily cost in Big Island of Hawaii is $327. 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 Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) and Big Island of Hawaii in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personOranjestad (Sint Eustatius) $92Big Island of Hawaii $112
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomOranjestad (Sint Eustatius) $184Big Island of Hawaii $224
Compare Hotels in Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) and Big Island of Hawaii
Looking for a hotel in Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) or Big Island of Hawaii? 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: Big Island of Hawaii Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) $70Big Island of Hawaii $38
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius)
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius):
- ST Kitts private Luxury Air Port Transfer: $300
- Private Airport Transfer to Belmont Estate Farm, Kititian Hill: $70
- Private transfer from Park Hyatt & water taxi to R.L.B Airport: $45
- St Kitts & Nevis Airport Roundtrip Transfers : $35
- Shared or Private St Kitts Airport Roundtrip Transfer : $32
Is it cheaper to fly into Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) or Big Island of Hawaii?
Prices for flights to both Big Island of Hawaii and Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) 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 dayOranjestad (Sint Eustatius) $89Big Island of Hawaii $183
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) $37Big Island of Hawaii $35
Tours and Activities in Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius)
Here are a few actual costs in Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 3.5hr Private Power Catamaran Snorkel and Beach Experience: $165
- 5hr Private Powered Catamaran Snorkel and Beach Experience with Lunch: $198
- A Scenic, Historical and Guided Rainforest Tour: $80
- ATV Tour of St Kitts: $110
- Basseterre Food and Walking Tour: $77
- Basseterre Half Day Tour: $70
- Basseterre Plantation Half Day Tour: $60
- Best of St. Kitts Highlight Tour and Beach: $280
- Best of St. Kitts Private Half Day Tour: $240
- Capital and Beach Tour of St. Kitts and Nevis: $37
- Catamaran Sunset and Cocktail Cruise: $130
- Exotic Island Tour from Basseterre: $75
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayOranjestad (Sint Eustatius) $26Big Island of Hawaii $32
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) and Big Island of Hawaii, we can see that Big Island of Hawaii is more expensive. And not only is Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) is in Caribbean Islands and Big Island of Hawaii 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 Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) 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 Big Island of Hawaii would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Big Island of Hawaii than you might in Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius).
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Oranjestad (Sint Eustatius) Expensive? and Is Big Island of Hawaii 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.