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Daily Mail
an hour ago
- Daily Mail
Tourist outraged as notorious bar charges €1000 for three meals - including €350 for one fish
A tourist visiting the sun-soaked holiday hotspot of Mykonos has spoken out after being hit with a staggering €1,000 bill at a controversial beachside restaurant - including an eye-watering €350 charge for a single piece of fish. Located on the scenic Platis Gialos beach on the Greek island is DK Oyster, which markets itself as a 'high-end destination' catering to those 'seeking special moments of relaxing seclusion '. But in recent years, countless customers have left a string of negative reviews online, claiming their experience had left a massive dent in their wallets. One traveller, known only as Jessica L on TripAdvisor, shared her experience online, calling her visit to DK Oyster 'the worst experience in Mykonos'. In a scathing one-star review, she described how she and her fellow diners were charged over €1,000 (£861) for just three dishes. She wrote: 'The place is an abuse of price. For a whole fish we paid 350 euros and for three dishes 1000 euros. 'The worst experience in Mykonos, because not even at Scorpions, which is one of the best places, did we pay that amount for a dinner for 5 people with a starter, main course, and dessert.' While the restaurant lists prices such as €24.80 (£21.36) per 100g of sea bream, customers allege they are often not informed of the full cost until the final bill arrives - with some claiming they are charged for fish by the gram without prior knowledge. Other TripAdvisor users echoed Jessica's frustration, with several branding the restaurant a 'complete scam.' Describing the venue as a 'shocking scam', one former customer, who goes by Sue, wrote: 'A staff member brought over an additional drink - unrequested - as a "gift" for our group of four. It seemed like a friendly gesture... until it appeared on the bill.' Sue also alleged she had been charged €400 for a 'handful' of alcoholic and soft drinks - including €35 for a Coca-Cola. Another visitor, Amrita, who dined at the restaurant in June 2024, claimed she was 'lured in' with free sunbeds and handed a menu, to which she decided to order the the fish. She added: 'They never explained that the fish is charged by the weight of the full fish. We became aware when they brought a bill for €400. The actual fish served was greater than 1kg.' A third guest, Gabriela, accused DK Oyster of 'theft,' writing: 'They convince you to order a beer that costs 35 euros each. And quickly come with the bill for you to already pay and leave.' Finally, another customer urged future visitors to 'avoid at all costs', adding: 'Lunch and sunbeds for €35. But when we added two bottles of water and a Diet Coke, they added on €51. They then added €5 for use of ketchup and €18 for small fries.' DK Oyster has maintained a controversial reputation over the years, frequently hitting headlines for allegedly misleading pricing tactics. The restaurant, which has plush sunbeds and seaside views, appears to cater to luxury travellers - but many reviewers suggest the concept is overshadowed by extortionate billing The restaurant, which boasts plush sunbeds and dramatic seaside views, appears to cater to luxury travellers - but many reviewers suggest the concept is overshadowed by extortionate billing and aggressive sales tactics. MailOnline Travel has reached out to DK Oyster for comment. It comes as MailOnline revealed in 2024 the owner of the restaurant flaunts his jet-setting lifestyle on social media. Dimitrios Kalamaras, whose initials give the DK Oyster restaurant its name, apparently earns colossal amounts from hapless tourists who order food or drinks without checking the prices. DK Oyster hit the headlines in July 2024 for charging €121 for three scrawny crab legs to a team of undercover MailOnline journalists. Kalamaras was believed to have been the man seen on video arguing with our reporter over his astronomical bill.
The Sun
9 hours ago
- The Sun
Stunning Scottish beach that's like a ‘tropical untouched paradise' named among best in the world
A SCOTTISH beach has been crowned as one of the best in the world, new research reveals. West Beach, in the Outer Hebrides, makes the top 25, alongside breathtaking locations including Australia's The Pass and Ao Maya in Thailand. 7 7 7 Situated off the northwest coast of Scotland, the seaside spot sits on the longest archipelago in the British Isles. Award-winning travel publisher Lonely Planet, which compiled the league table, hailed West Beach as an "untouched paradise". The stunning shoreline stretches for three miles and is a hit with locals and tourists alike. One visitor gushed: "It feels like a tropical paradise and shows that there are gorgeous getaways right on your doorstep. "The sand is white and the waters are blue, it's the perfect spot to catch a tan on a sunny day." And to cool off from the rays, brave swimmers can take a dip in the chilly waters, which rarely get above 13C. For visitors who don't like sand between their toes, the seaside spot boasts grassy dunes perfect for bird-watchers or hikers who are keen to take in the jaw-dropping views. The beach is stunning all year round, however, it's been suggested that spring is the best time to visit due to the "burst of colour" from the abundance of wildflowers. The beauty spot has good transport links to the mainland with a regular ferry service running from Oban. There are also flights from Edinburgh, Inverness, Glasgow and Southampton to Stornoway Airport in Lewis. WORLD'S BEST BEACHES Source: Lonely Planet The Pass, Byron Bay, New South Wales, Australia Ipanema Beach, Rio De Janeiro, Brazil Ao Maya, Ko Phi-Phi, Krabi, Thailand Mnemba Island, Zanzibar, Tanzania Sarakiniko, Milos, Greece Chesterman Beach, Tofino, Vancouver Island, British Columbia, Canada Cabo San Juan del Guía, Parque Nacional Natural Tayrona, Colombia Anse Source d'Argent, La Digue, Seychelles Playa Balandra, La Paz BCS, Mexico Punta Paloma, Tarifa, Cádiz, Spain Punta Rata Beach, Brela, Makarska Riviera, Croatia West Beach, Berneray, Outer Hebrides, Scotland Rauðasandur, Westfjords, Iceland Pink Beach, Padar Island, Komodo National Park, Indonesia Dueodde, Nexø, Bornholm, Denmark Keem Bay Beach, Keel, County Mayo, Ireland Ruby Beach, Olympic National Park, Washington, USA Stanhope Beach, Prince Edward Island National Park, PEI, Canada Radhanagar, Swaraj Dweep, Andaman Islands, India Pacifico Beach, Siargao, Surigao Del Norte, Philippines Plage de Ta'ahiamanu, Mo'orea, French Polynesia Plage de Palombaggia, Corsica, France Gardner Bay, Galápagos Islands, Ecuador Playa Manuel Antonio, Parque Nacional Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica Playa Bahía de las Águilas, Parque Nacional Jaragua, Dominican Republic It's advisable to rent a car to fully explore the island and the ferry should be booked in advance. West Beach bagged 12th place on the Lonely Planet chart, The Pass, Australia, Ipanema Beach, Brazil and Ao Maya, Thailand, respectively scooped first, second and third spots. 7 7 7
Daily Mail
12 hours ago
- Daily Mail
Las Vegas sees fall in tourists - prices could be to blame
By Las Vegas's high prices could be putting off potential tourists, according to new visitor figures. Tourist numbers have fallen every month this year with 6.5 percent fewer visitors than in 2024, according to the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority. International arrivals at Harry Reid Airport were 8.7 percent lower in May than the same month in 2024. It is thought that Sin City's soaring prices could be to blame for its falling visitor numbers. A visitor recently shared her shock after she was charged $26/£19.11 for a bottle of Fiji water from the minibar in her room at the Aria Resort & Casino. And a British magician was also left outraged after he was billed $74.31/£54.63 for two drinks at Sphere in Las Vegas. Anthony Curtis, publisher of the Las Vegas Advisor website, told The Times : 'On the Strip, people get taken for a ride. 'Once they get here they're like, "I've had enough of this crap, I'm tired of being treated like this. I'm tired of having to pay these ridiculous prices".' The Vegas expert explained that many casinos have 'turned their back on the middle market' in order to focus on more affluent tourists. A 2024 study found that the average income of Las Vegas holidaymakers is now $93,000/£68,365, with many budget travelers priced out of the gambling capital. In a Reddit post, a person who recently visited Vegas describes the city as 'amazing' but 'absurdly priced'. The user writes: 'Walking around the different themed casinos was like a fever dream. Sadly I felt like a spectator instead of a participant. I have honestly never been to a place that was more absurdly priced.' They claim they had to spend $30/£22 on a glass of house wine and were charged $50/£36 for two bottles of water from the minibar. On another Reddit thread, a user says Las Vegas is 'extortionately expensive'. They wrote: 'I live in a very high cost of living area. 'Vegas is extortionately expensive. Shows. Restaurants. Everything is far more expensive in Vegas than here.' Meanwhile, another commenter says: 'I used to love going Vegas, but the last few times I had sticker shock on everything. 'You can have an amazing time in Vegas on any budget, but if your budget is on the lower end, then you may have to forego some experiences and types of restaurants.' And another user writes: 'Yes Vegas is expensive, but it's a high end destination in a tourist area and you're getting some of the best food and service in the world.'
