Skip to main content

Blog

TruePrice Blog

Fair prices, travel tips, and how not to get overcharged abroad.

Travel tips

How much to tip in Europe: The ultimate guide to local norms

Stop overpaying on your European vacation. Learn the real tipping rules for restaurants, taxis, cafes, and hotels across Europe.

7 min read
Read article
Price guide

How much is a taxi in Istanbul? Avoid the tourist traps

Learn how the Istanbul taxi meter works, typical fares from the airport, common scams to avoid, and the best ride apps to use.

6 min read
Read article
Travel tips

Best travel budget apps to keep your vacation spending on track

Discover the best travel budget apps to track your expenses, split bills, and avoid getting ripped off while traveling abroad.

6 min read
Read article
Price guide

How much is a pint in Dublin? The local price versus the Temple Bar trap

Discover the real cost of a pint of Guinness in Dublin. Learn how to avoid tourist-trap prices, find local pubs, and drink like a Dubliner.

6 min read
Read article
Travel tips

Is Portugal cheap? The reality behind its budget reputation

Is Portugal still a cheap destination? Discover the true costs of food, transport, and lodging, plus how to avoid the growing tourist traps.

6 min read
Read article
Travel tips

Is Amsterdam expensive? A realistic 2026 budget for what you will actually spend

The real cost of Amsterdam in 2026: everyday prices, a daily budget by travel style, the tourist traps that quietly overcharge you, and how to see the city for less.

5 min read
Read article
Price guide

How much is a taxi in barcelona? Rates, airport fees, and avoiding scams

Planning a trip to Barcelona? Learn how much a taxi costs, how to calculate official rates, avoid airport scams, and find better alternatives.

6 min read
Read article
Travel tips

The cheapest countries to travel for a genuinely low budget

Discover the cheapest countries to travel with realistic daily costs, budget breakdowns, and practical tips to avoid getting ripped off.

5 min read
Read article
Price guide

How much is a meal in Paris? The honest price guide for hungry travelers

Stop overpaying in Paris. Learn the real cost of a meal, from casual bistros to prix-fixe lunch deals, and how to spot tourist traps.

5 min read
Read article
Travel tips

Is London expensive? A realistic budget breakdown for travelers

Planning a trip to London? Here is an honest, realistic breakdown of what accommodation, food, pints, and transport actually cost.

7 min read
Read article
Price guide

How much is a beer in Prague? The local price vs the tourist trap

Wondering how much is a beer in Prague? Learn the fair local price for a Pilsner, how to spot overpriced tourist traps, and where locals actually drink.

7 min read
Read article
Travel tips

Is Iceland expensive? A realistic budget guide for your trip

Is Iceland expensive? Get the real costs of food, fuel, and tours in Iceland, plus practical money-saving tips to keep your budget on track.

5 min read
Read article
Price guide

The real Paris airport taxi price: How to avoid getting ripped off at CDG and Orly

Know the official flat-rate Paris airport taxi prices from CDG and Orly. Learn how to spot official cabs, avoid scams, and save money.

6 min read
Read article
Travel tips

Why tipping in Japan is actually a bad idea (and how to show thanks instead)

Learn why tipping in Japan is not customary, when it might cause offense, and how to show your appreciation the polite way.

5 min read
Read article
Price guide

How much does a taxi cost in New York? The honest yellow cab guide

Demystify NYC taxi fares. Learn how yellow cab meters work, flat rates for JFK and Newark, extra surcharges, and when cabs are cheaper than Uber.

6 min read
Read article
Travel tips

Is Japan expensive? The truth about what you will actually spend

Planning a trip to Japan? Learn what accommodation, food, and transport actually cost, plus how to budget for bullet trains and sushi.

7 min read
Read article
Price guide

How much is a gondola ride in Venice? The official rates and how to avoid getting ripped off

Discover the official Venice gondola rates, how to avoid common tourist scams, and how to ride a gondola for just two Euros.

6 min read
Read article
Travel tips

Is Switzerland expensive? The real 2026 costs and how to survive them

Wondering if Switzerland is actually as expensive as they say? Here is the real cost of food, transport, and hotels in 2026, plus how to save.

5 min read
Read article
Price guide

How much should a taxi from Rome airport cost?

The official fixed taxi fares from Fiumicino and Ciampino to central Rome, the scams to watch for, and the cheaper alternatives that get you to Termini.

6 min read
Read article