Which place is cheaper, Mt. Lassen Volcanic National Park or Port-au-Prince?
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 Port-au-Prince or Mt. Lassen Volcanic National Park?
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 Port-au-Prince and Mt. Lassen Volcanic National Park. 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: Port-au-Prince or Mt. Lassen Volcanic National Park?
Port-au-Prince
Port-au-Prince is the capital city and most-populous city of Haiti. The metropolitan area is divided into several districts with access to a number of landmarks and museums, as well as a lively cultural scene.
Mt. Lassen Volcanic National Park
Located in northeastern California, Lassen Volcanic National Park is one of those places you don't hear too much about, yet it is a one-of-a-kind park boasting all 4 volcano types, hydrothermal areas, and over 150 miles of trails. Lassen Peak is the most popular attraction, a cinder cone volcano, which is open for visitors who wish to hike to the top. From here you can see sweeping views of the surrounding valley, clear mountain lakes, flower spotted meadows, and even other volcanoes in the Cascade Range like Mount Shasta.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Walking Tours in United States of America, and The Best Northern Lights Tours in Alaska.
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Port-au-Prince Prices
Haiti PricesMt. Lassen Volcanic National Park Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayPort-au-Prince $31Mt. Lassen Volcanic National Park $148
The average daily cost (per person) in Port-au-Prince is $31, while the average daily cost in Mt. Lassen Volcanic National Park is $148. 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 Port-au-Prince and Mt. Lassen Volcanic National Park in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personPort-au-Prince $22Mt. Lassen Volcanic National Park $62
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomPort-au-Prince $44Mt. Lassen Volcanic National Park $124
Compare Hotels in Port-au-Prince and Mt. Lassen Volcanic National Park
Looking for a hotel in Port-au-Prince or Mt. Lassen Volcanic National Park? 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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Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Port-au-Prince $4.77Mt. Lassen Volcanic National Park $56
Is it cheaper to fly into Port-au-Prince or Mt. Lassen Volcanic National Park?
Prices for flights to both Mt. Lassen Volcanic National Park and Port-au-Prince 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 dayPort-au-Prince $6.45Mt. Lassen Volcanic National Park $52
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Port-au-Prince $0.76Mt. Lassen Volcanic National Park $21
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayPort-au-Prince $0.20Mt. Lassen Volcanic National Park $19
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Port-au-Prince and Mt. Lassen Volcanic National Park, we can see that Mt. Lassen Volcanic National Park is more expensive. And not only is Port-au-Prince much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Port-au-Prince is in Caribbean Islands and Mt. Lassen Volcanic National Park 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 Port-au-Prince would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Port-au-Prince 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 Mt. Lassen Volcanic National Park would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Mt. Lassen Volcanic National Park than you might in Port-au-Prince.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Port-au-Prince Expensive? and Is Mt. Lassen Volcanic National Park 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.