Originally Posted by
RolfD
The duty free in Europe is a big scam. Prices tend to be higher that at the local main street store. and yes you can buy alcohol and cigarettes but you should remember that the taxes are already included in the price
It's not always a scam in that you can find relative bargains if traveling to an EU country with higher taxes and you are HBO. Otherwise just buy from a supermarket in the origin country and pack it in your suitcase.