Greek Dessert or Tourist Rip-Off?
If you’ve ever vacationed in Greece and enjoyed the famous baklava, you might have wondered why the same sweet treat costs differently depending on where you buy it. You’re not alone! Tourists from Serbia and the region flock to enjoy gyros, souvlaki, tzatziki, but also baklava – the sweet symbol of Greece. However, the price of a kilogram of baklava in Nea Peramos, a town 18 kilometers before Kavala on the way to Thessaloniki, ranges from 10 to 13 euros. A 3-euro difference might seem small, but if you’re buying in bulk for yourself or as gifts for relatives, that’s a serious hit to your wallet.
Location Dictates Price, Not Quality!
Here’s the shocking truth: the price of baklava doesn’t depend on quality but solely on the location of the pastry shop. In main streets and promenades, a kilogram of baklava costs 13 euros, while in side streets you can find the same treat for 10 euros. The same goes for ice cream – in central parts of town, a scoop in a cone or cup costs 2 to 2.50 euros, but in side streets, you pay only 1.50 euros. So, if you want to save money, don’t be lazy to take a few extra steps away from the main tourist zones.
Tourist Paradise or Pocket Pickers?
This practice is not only unfair but also irritating for tourists who expect to get the same value for their money. Is it possible that in the 21st century, there’s still a “tourist tax” in the form of inflated prices? Apparently, yes. While you enjoy the sun and sea, be careful where you buy your favorite Greek sweets – because a 3-euro difference per kilogram of baklava can make a big difference at the end of your vacation.
Conclusion: Use Your Head and Take a Step Further!
Next time you’re in Greece, remember this little trick – if you want to enjoy baklava and ice cream but don’t want to waste money, move away from the main streets. Don’t let location fool you into paying more than you should. And of course, if you have a funny or annoying story about prices on vacation, share it in the comments – maybe together we’ll uncover more tourist secrets!
So, what’s your experience with tourist prices? Ever paid a ridiculous amount just because of location? Drop your stories below and let’s have a laugh or a rant together!
