British holidaymaker in Tenerife orders English breakfast and is stunned by the price
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Tenerife, a favourite among Britons for its sunny getaways by the ocean, has seen concerns rise over price escalation on this beloved island. With British visitors representing a significant proportion of international tourism last year, fears about increased costs are mounting.
Responding to worries about over-tourism and environmental preservation, Tenerife has announced an 'eco tax' effective from next year, charging nature enthusiasts who climb Mount Teide, Spain's tallest peak situated on the island.
As costs continue to climb, a British expat working in the travel industry and posting TikTok updates, noted the grumbles of holidaymakers facing more expensive food and beverages due to rising living expenses.
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However, this local travel aficionado points out his own contrasting experiences, especially mentioning an outstanding deal for a classic English breakfast at Los Cristianos' LA TASCA 7. At only €4.60 [£3.90], he enjoyed a generous serving featuring bacon, sausages, toast, a tomato, and eggs – willingly skipping the baked beans.
He relished his hearty meal served on a "big plate" with HP sauce by the seaside, branding it an exceptional bargain. His reaction: "That's the price of one pint in the UK and I've got a full English breakfast, in the sun, for [the same price].", reports the Mirror.
Intrigued by the economics, he pondered in his update: "How do they even make money selling it this cheap?".
Enthusiastic commenters have been quick to share their own experiences of Tenerife's budget-friendly dining options. One retorted: "Prices are good in Tenerife. I can't see how people say it's dear... You can find a pint for €1.50 [£1.26] and a breakfast for €3 [£2.52]... and we absolutely love it."
Another offered recollections of their delightful time: "We went there after the markets and it was so nice! Nice spot to people watch, enjoy the view, and was super cheap compared to most other places."
A further contributor added their two pence: "Not bad the price, over here you can't get it for under 8 euros and it's not even that decent."
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Be warned, the video below is sprinkled with some strong language.
However, not everyone shared this rosy view. A sceptic remarked: "It used to be cheap for Brits. Not anymore," whilst another commented: "It's not like that in all of Spain, in Tenerife the taxes are way lower than the rest of Spain, don't expect those prices everywhere."
Discussion also turned towards the choice of an English breakfast while abroad, prompting lighthearted jibes from some users. One jestingly inquired: "You in Tenerife and eating English breakfast? You okay?", while another seemed amused by such culinary choices: "It always baffles me why people go to an exotic country to order an English breakfast."
Attention was also drawn to the noticeable absence of beans on the man's plate. "Can't trust no one that don't like beans that's diabolical," a commenter mock lamented.
Another user simply posed the question: "How can anybody not like beans".
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