Re:The Death of the Full Moon Party
by lmm on Monday October 12, 2020 @03:08AM
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The rationale I've seen is that you're contributing less (risk-adjusted) to the country's economy than either a tourist (who would be spending more) or someone on a work visa (who would have a stable job and be paying local taxes) would.
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Re:The Death of the Full Moon Party
by Mediterraneo10 on Monday October 12, 2020 @05:09AM
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The belief that DNs necessarily pay less than tourists is largely based on stereotypes. In order to be able to focus on work, DNs tend to look for full apartment rentals, often in relatively upscale places where fast and reliable internet is guaranteed. In many countries that means they are already paying less than ordinary backpackers who are staying in hostel accommodation.