Which place is cheaper, Yosemite National Park or Vieques Island?
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 Vieques Island or Yosemite National Park?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Vieques Island and Yosemite National Park can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.
Where Should I go: Vieques Island or Yosemite National Park?
Vieques Island
Amidst the melodious chorus of coqui frogs and gentle whispers of palm trees blowing in an evening breeze, you will find that the waters around you glow just as brightly as the stars above. This tropical paradise is none other than Vieques, Puerto Rico. Tropical forests, bioluminescent bays, coral reefs--this island attracts visitors from all around the world who seek to see the wonders and beauties of the tropics. This island suits those from all walks of life, from history buffs seeking to learn about its unique past to nature-lovers wanting to admire its untouched wilderness. Vieques is the place for a perfect vacation!
Yosemite National Park
Yosemite National Park is located in east-central California in the Sierra Nevada mountains. It's one of the most famous and popular parks in the country and is known for its breathtaking granite cliffs, dramatic waterfalls, clear streams, and giant sequoia groves. The park covers 750,000 acres, or 1,200 square miles, and includes thousands of lakes and ponds and an impressive range of biodiversity. There are 800 miles of hiking trails within the park as well. Yosemite National Park is the third most visited park within the United States with an average annual visitation of almost 4 million people.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Tours Under $1000 in United States of America, and The Best Luxury Tours to United States of America.
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Vieques Island Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayVieques Island $210Yosemite National Park $158
The average daily cost (per person) in Vieques Island is $210, while the average daily cost in Yosemite National Park is $158. 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 Vieques Island and Yosemite National Park in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personVieques Island $92Yosemite National Park $64
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomVieques Island $184Yosemite National Park $128
Compare Hotels in Vieques Island and Yosemite National Park
Looking for a hotel in Vieques Island or Yosemite 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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Our Analysis
We've analyzed the average and typical hotel prices based on guest reviews, star ratings, and hotel amenities here: Yosemite National Park Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Vieques Island $30Yosemite National Park $41
Is it cheaper to fly into Vieques Island or Yosemite National Park?
Prices for flights to both Yosemite National Park and Vieques Island 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 dayVieques Island $94Yosemite National Park $69
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Vieques Island $34Yosemite National Park $19
Tours and Activities in Vieques Island
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Vieques Island.
- Vieques Biobay Kayaking Tour: $60
- Unforgettable One Day Bioluminescent Kayak Adventure in Vieques: $60
- El Yunque Rainforest Tour: Natural Waterslides Adventure : $65
- Bio Bay Tour Vieques – Full Clear Canoes Experience: $65
- Biobay Vieques Tour Kayak Night Tour: $65
- Overnight Bio Bay Kayak Tour in Vieques Island: $66
- CLEAR BOTTOM KAYAKS Tour in Bioluminescent, Mosquito Bay: $67
- Isla de Vieques Beach Hopper Sightseeing Tour: $90
- 1-Hour Bioluminescent Boat Tour in Mosquito Bay, Vieques : $100
- Full Clear Kayak Bioluminescent Experience Vieques, Puerto Rico: $110
- Vieques Island Rich History Tour : $125
Tours and Activities in Yosemite National Park
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Yosemite National Park are as follows:
- Big Trees Hike & Riverside Cookout Adventure: $180
- Private Yosemite Valley Tour & Roosevelt Cookout: $270
- Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Yosemite: $20
- Semi Private Yosemite Tour with Ahwahnee Lunch and Hotel Pickup: $250
- The Evolution of Yosemite 3 Hour Hiking Tour: $140
- The Evolution of Yosemite 3 Hour Walking Tour: $140
- Yosemite Family Explorers - Customizable Private Tour: $299
- Yosemite Family Explorers: Customizable Private Tour: $399
- Yosemite Highlights Small Group Tour: $210
- Yosemite National Park Self-Guided Audio Tour: $17
- Yosemite Team Building Adventure Hike: $293
- Yosemite Valley & Glacier Point Adaptive Tour: $180
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayVieques Island $30Yosemite National Park $11
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Vieques Island and Yosemite National Park, we can see that Vieques Island is more expensive. And not only is Yosemite National Park much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Vieques Island is in Caribbean Islands and Yosemite 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 Yosemite National Park would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Yosemite National Park 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 Vieques Island would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Vieques Island than you might in Yosemite National Park.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Vieques Island Expensive? and Is Yosemite 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.