Fifty Pesos for Taho? The Real Economics of the City of Pines

Baguio City’s high prices aren't a widespread scam against foreigners or tourists. Sky-high real estate, steep mountain logistics, and massive tourism demand drive up everyday costs. While accommodation scams exist, that 50-peso strawberry taho is simply the reality of tourist-driven inflation in a wealthy mountain city.

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Fifty Pesos for Taho? The Real Economics of the City of Pines

Baguio City’s high prices aren’t a widespread scam against foreigners or tourists. Sky-high real estate, steep mountain logistics, and massive tourism demand drive up everyday costs. While ac…

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