I Went to Costco in France and This is What It Was Like

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IS IT WORTH IT?

Is it worth it? Though I personally had to carve out half a day to go, I'd still say it was worth the trip. If you're visiting Paris on a long holiday, it will save you from daily trips to local French supermarkets, and considering price/quantity ratios will save you money, too.

For those looking for American products at a reasonable price, it's definitely the place to go, but even the prices of French items are low enough to give you pause. Prices were similar to the ones found in the US, even when you remember you're paying in euros, not dollars. For those with enough space to host a dinner party in Paris, it should be their first stop; I found 4.5 lbs of good quality meat for less than $14, and plenty of fresh vegetables in bulk.

Time will tell if the French will catch on to the magic of Costco. 

Want more? Check out Everything You Need to Know About Buying in Bulk.