Common Travel Rip-offs & Scams And How To Avoid Them
To help you stay ahead of the game, here are a few common travel rip-offs and scams!
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Going to someplace, you've never been before is an ideal way to spend quality time with your loved ones. But don't let travel excitement cloud your judgement. And being oblivious to things happening around you in a new country may cost you.
Being aware of the things happening around you will help you have a safe and fun time in an unknown country. Also, don't accept torn or worn-out notes, it would be hard to exchange them.
Fake notes and denominations
You are new to a place, and wandering around a bus terminal. You hear someone offering a bus ticket for a discounted price. You can avoid such scams by buying tickets from an official booth or window.
Ticket Scams
It is just one of the thieving skills they use, but crooks have many tricks in their hat to divert your attention. It can be through kids, women, or a simple fall over act.
Attention-seeking Conmen
Do your research, check online reviews and ask your friends for recommendations. And always book accommodations in advance. A simple hack that will help you save a lot of money and time.
Fake Tours
Whatever extortionate fares they ask for, we are obliged to pay for and travel. These things happen to locals in the city. Imagine someone travelling from a different country!
Taxi Or Auto Scams
Try to spend some time with the shop keepers. Ask them questions! These questions will surely help you know how to shop for souvenirs sustainably and ethically.
Souvenirs Scam
Not all localities are conmen, but it doesn't harm if you think that way. Always be cautious of your valuables and drinks you are having. And never let a stranger make your drink.