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Originally Posted by RummyBoy
Not exactly true. Something like McDonalds will be basically in line with prices in other countries depending on where the goods are sourced, ie probably outside. Although, im only going on what my friend said but here's anecdotal evidence of cheap prices:
'Paradise for $20': hardy tourists enjoy Venezuela cash bonanza | Reuters
from above:
"People should come. It's so cheap, it's ridiculous. Even with our devalued currency in Argentina, it still works out such good value," he added, saying meals out in Caracas were a quarter of the cost in Buenos Aires.
"You pay $1 and you get a really nice meal. If you shell out $20, you're paragliding in the morning and kayaking in the afternoon!" said Hatton, who recounted his Venezuela experiences at thebrokebackpacker.com.
Backpacking in Venezuela - Cheap Backpacker Adventures
from above:
"Venezuela is officially the cheapest country I have ever been to. At the time of writing, it is possible to get around 230 Bs per USD on the black market (UPDATE: As of 20th May 2016, it is now possible to get close to 1000 BS per USD)." |
Did you miss the part where I said My GF. Just got back? she was there. She took her daughter to Mc Donalds and the happy meal was almost 20$. nothing left over for a hooker.
In mexico the prices are NOT inline with anything else but the markets in mexico same with VZ and every other country.