Which place is cheaper, Palm Springs 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 Palm Springs?
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 Palm Springs. 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 Palm Springs?
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.
Palm Springs
Palm Springs is a desert resort town located about two hours east of Los Angeles, most famously known as Hollywood's playground, where stars and starlets could escape for rest and relaxation but still be close enough to return for impromptu work.
It's no wonder that Palm Springs is increasingly popular as a weekend getaway for special occasions, and even for bachelor and bachelorette parties. Closer than the typical Las Vegas weekend for Southern California residents, Palm Springs provides a desert getaway with endless possibilities of activities, whether visitors want to gamble, shop, hike, or wander through an art gallery.
Climate in the high-desert is generally warm with highs in the 100s during the hot and dry summers, and lows in the mid 40s in the winter months, with sparse rainfall. However, if you're visiting during winter, be sure to pack versatile attire and layers as the days may be warm, but the nights in the low desert can get chilly enough to convince you to change into long pants.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Sightseeing Tours in United States of America, and The Best Cruise Tours and Packages in United States of America.
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Port-au-Prince Prices
Haiti PricesPalm Springs Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayPort-au-Prince $31Palm Springs $244
The average daily cost (per person) in Port-au-Prince is $31, while the average daily cost in Palm Springs is $244. 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 Palm Springs in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personPort-au-Prince $22Palm Springs $120
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomPort-au-Prince $44Palm Springs $240
Compare Hotels in Port-au-Prince and Palm Springs
Looking for a hotel in Port-au-Prince or Palm Springs? 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: Palm Springs Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Port-au-Prince $4.77Palm Springs $52
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Palm Springs
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Palm Springs:
- Desert Hot Springs to Palm Springs Airport PSP Departure Transfer: $201
- Palm Springs Airport (PSP) to Desert Hot Springs Arrival Transfer: $201
- Private Airport Transfer in Palm Springs: $214
- Private Transfer from Palm Springs Municipal Airport to Ontario: $287
Is it cheaper to fly into Port-au-Prince or Palm Springs?
Prices for flights to both Palm Springs 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 $6.45Palm Springs $92
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Palm Springs
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Palm Springs.
- Private Palm Springs Cooking Class with a Fun Local Chef Stephen: $199
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Port-au-Prince $0.76Palm Springs $29
Tours and Activities in Palm Springs
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Palm Springs are as follows:
- Joshua Tree's Hidden Valley Self-Guided Walking Tour: $8.49
- Journey into Joshua Tree Audio Tour and Locals Guide: $15
- Joshua Tree National Park Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour: $15
- Death Valley National Park Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour: $15
- Joshua Tree National Park Self-Guided Audio Tour: $16
- Palm Springs Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour: $17
- Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour in Joshua Tree National Park: $20
- Palm Springs and Joshua Tree Self-Guided Driving Audio Tours: $22
- Self-Driving Windmill Tour: $30
- Palm Springs Aerial Tramway Admission Ticket: $33
- Aerial Tramway Round-Trip Ticket: $35
- 10+ Self-Guided Driving Tours from Las Vegas: $45
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayPort-au-Prince $0.20Palm Springs $13
Sample the Local Flavors in Palm Springs
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Palm Springs:
- Palm Springs Bar Crawl: $15
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Port-au-Prince and Palm Springs, we can see that Palm Springs 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 Palm Springs 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 Palm Springs would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Palm Springs 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 Palm Springs Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Port-au-Prince or Palm Springs?
Port-au-Prince has a larger population, and is about 30 times larger than the population of Palm Springs. When comparing the sizes of Port-au-Prince and Palm Springs, keep in mind that a larger population does not always imply the destination has more attractions or better activities. So, always research the type of place that you want to visit along with the activities and attractions that interest you.
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.