Fuming holidaymaker labels Greek island a 'rip off' and says 'never again'

Mykonos Town and harbour
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Travellers have been alerted to a "rip off" destination in Greece as a travel blogger expresses her outrage over the "insane" prices. Christina Ford said she felt pressured to pay additional tips on top of exorbitant costs.

The 63-year-old TikTok user, known as @insearchofmrdarcy, has sworn off returning to the island after her recent visit. According to the Mirror, she vented her frustration, saying: "This is insane. Mykonos, I don't know what the hell's going on with you," upset about being asked for extra tips despite already steep charges.

Christina, who documents her solo travels around the globe, recounted receiving a hotel bill that included not only the room charge but also multiple taxes, food, pool use, and an initial tip. It was at this point, she claims, that staff pressed her for more money.

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She elaborated on the experience: "I'm putting down my credit card, but they leave a little spot and they're waiting for me. Two people standing over me. I go, 'What's this? ' They say, 'Oh, to leave a tip'. This tipping service, this culture is getting crazy. Has anyone ever been asked to leave a tip on your room cost and tips you've already left? Mykonos, you're out of your mind." Find out about the latest events in Wales by signing up to our What's On newsletter here

MailOnline reports that Christina spent three nights at a luxury hotel, costing £593 per night. Despite enjoying the establishment, she was taken aback by an unexpected tip request and chose not to pay it, reports Birmingham Live.

She expressed her astonishment: "In all my years of travel, I had never seen anything like this. I also believe that if I were Greek and not Canadian - often mistaken for American - I wouldn't have been asked."

Christina's stay on Mykonos wasn't entirely pleasant, leading her to strike the destination off her list. In a separate video, she recounts several disappointing encounters at local bars.

One establishment, she alleges, demanded a minimum spend of £84 - 100€ - to gain entry, even though it was only "third full". Another bar, she says, queried her lack of company and reservation, despite being "completely empty".