How this man bought laptop with Rs 36000 discount? that too Apple's MacBook! also did foreign trip only in Rs 48000 to…
A little research before buying any product is done by all on Google or Youtube. But this managed to purchase a MacBook cheaper than in India and enjoyed an 11-day international trip along with it. How Man Saved Rs 36000 On MacBook?
On social media platform Reddit, a user shared how he boarded a flight just to get a better deal on a laptop. He traveled to Hanoi, Vietnam, and bought a MacBook and saved Rs 36,500 in the process. He narrated his whole experience on Reddit and explained how the savings from the laptop covered an 11-day trip to Hanoi. What Made This Deal Possible?
The price of the MacBook was lower in Vietnam compared to India. He benefited from a tax refund and favorable exchange rates. As a bonus, he also enjoyed a vacation. His story has inspired others to consider if they can do something similar.
Why Are Apple Products Cheaper in Vietnam?
One major reason Apple products are more expensive in India is the high import duties, along with GST. These taxes increase the cost of devices like the iPhone and MacBook. Whereas Vietnam has lower import duties on electronics. Also, the government allows tourists to claim back VAT (Value Added Tax) so it becomes an ideal destination for tech-savvy travelers who want to shop and explore. How He Saved Thousands?
The Reddit user explained that the MacBook model was priced at Rs 1.85 lakh in India, In Vietnam it cost only Rs 1.48 lakh. Even with credit card offers in India, the price was high. He chose a store in Vietnam that could provide documents for VAT refunds.
Before boarding his return flight, he completed the VAT refund process at the airport, which was showing the laptop and submitting paperwork. Once the refund was processed, the effective price of the MacBook went down even further. How He Did Trip To Vietnam For Rs 48000?
The total cost of his trip came to Rs 2.08 lakh, which included flight tickets, accommodation, food, local transport, and the MacBook. After receiving the VAT refund, his overall expense declined to Rs 1.97 lakh.
Deducting the MacBook cost (Rs 1.48 lakh), his vacation expenses came to just Rs 48,000 for which he spent 11 days in Hanoi. He managed to work and explore the city during this time. He Worked Remotely. The Reddit user also mentioned that he worked remotely during his trip, allowing him to continue earning while enjoying his vacation.
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