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Travel Myths - European Destinations

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Duty Free Stores Offer the Best Shopping Bargains
Travel Myths - European Destinations Mark Kahler, licensed to About.com

"Duty" refers to a variety of taxes placed on products.

Airport terminals, cruise liners at sea and aircraft flying overseas are considered "duty free" zones because they don't fall under the jurisdiction of a single government. Sometimes, these businesses offer tremendous bargains for shoppers. Never assume that is the case with every product in every location. There are times when products bought outside the duty free zone are cheaper.

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