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[quote=Anonymous]I follow tons of country and city specific travel groups, and I’m noticing a trend: once-popular destinations that had a good reputation are suddenly being criticized for overpriced and subpar restaurants, food/drinks, groceries, accommodations, etc.

I’m wondering if one of the culprits is AirBnBs where many/most opt to eat in instead of going out?

All the chatter I’m seeing in multiple groups is how strange it is that destinations are still drawing tourists but the restaurants are quiet/empty (with staff begging people to come inside). The comments point to the same thing: dramatic increases in cost (based on comparison to cost during prior trips) and subpar food and service.

Greece, Croatia, Montenegro, Malta, Italy, etc. are all popping up. Local restaurants are chiming in to lash out.

Anyone noticing this?

Relatedly, the French media recently documented how cafes price gouge Americans and other tourists by charging them more, adding fees, etc. They tested in multiple places in Paris (and highlighted the exceptionally rude service). [/quote]

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