However, the presence of tourist targeted scams and both violent though not targeted at tourists and petty crime means one has to be careful here. Note: vast majority of trips are trouble free and there is no need to be paranoid. That said, it always pays to be aware, careful, and prepared. How it works: Version 1: Fraudulent agencies which pass themselves off as being associated with established brands e.
Marriott, United Airlines etc. They target tourists with cold calls claiming thatโฆ. To redeem theโฆ. How it works: Version 1: ticket seller only gives you a receipt, not the ticket. Version 2:โฆ. How it works: Rogue water sports operators will accuse you of damaging the equipment e.
Places toโฆ. How it works: This is a made up currency which vendors use to trick you. You pass him aโฆ. How it works: Situation: there have been some reports of this, depending on luck, you may or may not face it. Opening: at theme parks or nature parks, photos ofโฆ. How it works: Version 1: pump is not zeroed, causing you to get less petrol than desired.
Version 2: pumping from the other side of the pump so you cannotโฆ. How it works: Version 1: advertising low rates then forcing you to purchase additional insurance coverage which you already have. Skip to content. Have a story to share?
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