Rip off Britain is it any wonder people go aboard for their holidays+2A classic "99" ice cream cone with a Flake has sparked public outrage after some tourist-spot vendors and mobile operators began charging up to £7 for a single cone, far exceeding the national average price of around £2.65. [1, 2]Why the Price is HighHigh-demand locations: Major tourist spots like central London landmarks and busy seaside areas see the highest markups.Rising overheads: Vendors point to increased wholesale costs for ingredients like milk, fuel, and electricity.The "99" Name Myth: A "99" ice cream was never named because it cost 99p. The term dates back to the 1920s in County Durham, where Italian ice cream makers used "99" to describe something first-class, inspired by the Italian King's royal guard of 99 men. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]If you would like, I ca Beloud