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Though travelling in Corsica may not be cheap, neither is it prohibitively expensive. As a general rule, you can expect to pay at least €70 to €200 for a decent double room in high season (often more in August). You will have to pay the same minimum rates if you are on your own, as there are very few single rooms. Camping, sleeping in off-the-beaten track chambres d’hôtes or renting a gîte rural for a week can be good-value accommodation options. Sites charge an average of €6/3/3 per person/tent/car. If you’re solo, staying at gîtes d’étape can be another well-priced option (about €13 per night); most people think they are geared only to hikers, but all travellers are welcome. The interior of the island is also significantly cheaper than the coast. While Bonifacio and Porto-Vecchio rank as the most expensive cities in Corsica, the Alta Rocca, about 30km to the north, is much more affordable and can be used as a convenient base. Another key factor to consider is the wild difference in costs between the high season (July and August) and the rest of the year. During these peak months room prices on the coast can be jacked up by 100% in many cases. The good news though is that even the most popular tourist places, such as Porto-Vecchio and Bonifacio, drop their prices dramatically out of season. You’ll find excellent deals, and fewer people, in the shoulder seasons either side of summer: in April, May, June, September and October, which can result in some real bargains in accommodation and transport. Not all tourist facilities are open, but you can easily get by.The cost of eating out is variable, depending on the location. Most res-taurants offer tourist menus for about €15. However, it is often better to choose a good restaurant and have one good course rather than a mediocre complete meal.