A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Terre-de-Haut vs. Boulder for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Terre-de-Haut or Boulder?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

Should I visit Terre-de-Haut or Boulder? 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: Terre-de-Haut or Boulder?

Terre-de-Haut

Les Saintes (also known as Iles des Saintes) is a small archipelago of Guadeloupe, a French overseas territory in the Caribbean. The islands here are best known for their tropical beauty, untouched beaches, and bayside villages. Only two of the nine are inhabited.

Terre-de-Haut of Les Saintes is the most popular island to visit. It is known for the Pain de Sucre, a small bay lined with coconut trees and an ideal location for snorkeling, in addition to white sandy beaches like the Plage de Pompierre. There is also a nineteenth-century fort which can be reached on foot for striking views of the surrounding area.

Boulder

Boulder is located on the edge of the Rocky Mountains in the state of Colorado. As home to the University of Colorado at Boulder, it's a college town with a liberal vibe and progressive values. In recent years, Boulder's economy has received a boost from the tech industry, which has grown rapidly in the area.

Boulder is also a great city to visit. It's surrounded by a beautiful mountain setting and there are countless outdoor sporting activities that you can enjoy. One unique aspect of Boulder is its role as home to many serious athletes who come here to train in the area's top facilities and programs.

Boulder's climate is similar to most of Colorado. It's a dry city with plenty of sunshine. Winters can vary dramatically from mild to incredibly cold and snowfall averages 44 inches a season. Summers are warm and dry with temperatures climbing above 90 degrees Fahrenheit during the warmest months.

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Which place is cheaper, Boulder or Terre-de-Haut?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.

  • Terre-de-Haut Prices
    Guadeloupe Prices
    Boulder Prices
    USA Prices
  • Average Daily Cost Per person, per day
    Terre-de-Haut $203
    Boulder $231

The average daily cost (per person) in Terre-de-Haut is $203, while the average daily cost in Boulder is $231. 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 Terre-de-Haut and Boulder in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Terre-de-Haut $80
    Boulder $102
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Terre-de-Haut $160
    Boulder $204
Compare Hotels in Terre-de-Haut and Boulder

Looking for a hotel in Terre-de-Haut or Boulder? 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.

Hotels in Terre-de-Haut


Hotels in Boulder


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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: Terre-de-Haut Hotel Prices and Boulder Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Terre-de-Haut $52
    Boulder $51

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Terre-de-Haut

Also for Terre-de-Haut, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • Private Transfer from Deshaies or Trois Riviers to Pointe a Pitre Airport by SUV: $96

Is it cheaper to fly into Terre-de-Haut or Boulder?

Prices for flights to both Boulder and Terre-de-Haut 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Terre-de-Haut $91
    Boulder $94

Typical Food Prices in Boulder

Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Boulder:


  • 2 Coffees
    $8.75
  • Nice Dinner for Two
    $71

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Terre-de-Haut $23
    Boulder $33

Tours and Activities in Terre-de-Haut

Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Terre-de-Haut.

  • Boat Tour with Lunch in the Water in Guadeloupe Lagoon : $149
  • Guadeloupe Bus Tour: $72
  • Guided Kayaking Tour of the Mitan Pond and its Mangrove: $42
  • Private French Caribbean Rum Tour with Tastings: $188
  • Private Shooting Tour Around Soufrière: $131
  • Small Day Cruise (Ilet caret, mangrove, coral reef: $118

Tours and Activities in Boulder

Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Boulder.

  • E-Bike Guided Tour in Boulder, Colorado: $100
  • "Boulder Peaks & Wilderness Tours: Mallory Cave Trail": $300
  • Best Family Small-Group E-Bike Guided Tour in Boulder, Colorado: $105
  • Best of Boulder E-Bike Tour: $104
  • Bones, Burials, & Ballads: Boulder Ghost Tours: $24
  • Boulder Art and Nature E-Bike Tour: $95
  • Boulder Backroads: E-Bike Dirt Road Tour: $250
  • Boulder City: Hemenway Park Guided Tour: $150
  • Boulder Flatirons Private Photo Adventure: $85
  • Boulder Ghost Tour: $35
  • Boulder Joyride Guided eBike Tour: $95
  • Boulder Puzzling Adventure: $35

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Terre-de-Haut $52
    Boulder $27

Sample the Local Flavors in Terre-de-Haut

Also in Terre-de-Haut, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:

  • Guided tour with tasting of the Distillery Bonne Mère : $11


When comparing the travel costs between Terre-de-Haut and Boulder, we can see that Boulder is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Even though Terre-de-Haut is in Caribbean Islands and Boulder is in North America, both of these destinations have relatively similar prices of travel. Generally, the levels of luxury and expenses are the same for these cities even though they are geographically far apart.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Terre-de-Haut Expensive? and Is Boulder Expensive?.