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]]>Around the world, one of the most common ways that scammers take advantage of tourists is through taxis. Drivers have been known to rig their meters, insist they don’t have change, and take longer-than-necessary routes, just to name a few. To avoid scams like these, firmly agree on a price with your driver upfront, and keep small denominations of local currency on hand to prevent receiving counterfeit money in change.
Pickpockets operate in a number of ways, typically targeting tourists in busy places. Some pickpockets will simply scan the crowd for opportunities and strike when they see an open bag, while others purposely create distractions intended to divert your attention. When walking around crowded areas, be sure to stay alert and keep an eye on your belongings. Should a stranger approach you, don’t engage, even if it’s a child.
Some scammers will attach skimming devices to local ATMs in order to steal the card information of those who use them. The best way to keep your information safe is to stick with reputable banks when you need to withdraw cash. Additionally, check your bank statement regularly for any suspicious activity.
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]]>A friendly local will find a reason to approach you and start talking with you. They will act like they want to get to know you better and invite you to have a drink at the nearby bar. If you accept, you’ll be taken to their friend’s bar, where you’ll end up having to pay inflated prices for drinks.
A scammer will approach you while you’re trying to withdraw money from an ATM. They will offer to help you avoid fees or navigate through a confusing menu. However, what they truly want is to memorize your pin, planning to pickpocket you later. They also might just take your money after you withdraw it and run.
A stranger might approach you on the street or in public transportation to warn you that someone has just been pickpocketed. They hope you’ll check your valuables at that moment, revealing their location and making it easier for them or their accomplices to pickpocket you.
A friendly stranger or a couple will ask you to take a photo of them with their camera. After you snap a photo and go on to return the camera, they will drop it and act like it’s your fault. They will then try to make you pay a ridiculous fee for “repair.”
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]]>This is the one that you can encounter all over the world. If they notice you are a tourist, some taxi drivers will try to overcharge you for a ride. Make sure they have the taxi meter running before the start of the ride. Also, you should ask for a ballpark price before getting in to see if it’s acceptable.
Be wary if you find an overnight bus ticket for cheap. Besides not being comfortable, drivers or their accomplices have been known to go through the passengers’ luggage and steal valuables from them.
Even if you get a rental car, you still might become a victim of a scam. Scammers will purposely puncture your tire and then offer you help to change it. They may later ask you to pay for their services or even use the commotion to steal your stuff from inside the car.
You might be surprised to hear that ticket scams are still a thing. A person might approach you and offer you a cheap ticket for a train or a bus, saying that they can’t make the trip. You should know that the ticket is either fake or has already been used.
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]]>Continue reading to find out some of the most common hotel scams you should be aware of when traveling.
This scam will see the scammer calling your hotel room and saying that they have some issues with your credit card. They will then ask you to confirm the credit card details via phone and later use them to make large purchases. They usually do this in the middle of the night when you are likely to just give them the info they are looking so you can go back to sleep.
You might get a visit from hotel room inspectors, but know that these are mostly scammers who want to steal your stuff. They will tell you they need to do a routine inspection, and one of them will try to keep you engaged in a conversation while others go through your things and steal anything of value.
You might see a food delivery menu that was slipped underneath your hotel room door and be tempted to order something. Don’t. This menu was likely distributed by scammers who will try to get your credit card information without any intention to deliver you food. Usually, the hotel’s menu will be digital or already sitting in the room when you check in.
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]]>The post How to Avoid Common Tourist Scams appeared first on Traveler Master.
]]>Around the world, one of the most common ways that scammers take advantage of tourists is through taxis. Drivers have been known to rig their meters, insist they don’t have change, and take longer-than-necessary routes, just to name a few. To avoid scams like these, firmly agree on a price with your driver upfront, and keep small denominations of local currency on hand to prevent receiving counterfeit money in change.
Pickpockets operate in a number of ways, typically targeting tourists in busy places. Some pickpockets will simply scan the crowd for opportunities and strike when they see an open bag, while others purposely create distractions intended to divert your attention. When walking around crowded areas, be sure to stay alert and keep an eye on your belongings. Should a stranger approach you, don’t engage, even if it’s a child.
Some scammers will attach skimming devices to local ATMs in order to steal the card information of those who use them. The best way to keep your information safe is to stick with reputable banks when you need to withdraw cash. Additionally, check your bank statement regularly for any suspicious activity.
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]]>The post Most Common “Friendly Stranger” Scams You Should Be Aware of When Traveling appeared first on Traveler Master.
]]>A friendly local will find a reason to approach you and start talking with you. They will act like they want to get to know you better and invite you to have a drink at the nearby bar. If you accept, you’ll be taken to their friend’s bar, where you’ll end up having to pay inflated prices for drinks.
A scammer will approach you while you’re trying to withdraw money from an ATM. They will offer to help you avoid fees or navigate through a confusing menu. However, what they truly want is to memorize your pin, planning to pickpocket you later. They also might just take your money after you withdraw it and run.
A stranger might approach you on the street or in public transportation to warn you that someone has just been pickpocketed. They hope you’ll check your valuables at that moment, revealing their location and making it easier for them or their accomplices to pickpocket you.
A friendly stranger or a couple will ask you to take a photo of them with their camera. After you snap a photo and go on to return the camera, they will drop it and act like it’s your fault. They will then try to make you pay a ridiculous fee for “repair.”
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]]>The post Most Common Transportation Scams You Should Be Aware of When Traveling appeared first on Traveler Master.
]]>This is the one that you can encounter all over the world. If they notice you are a tourist, some taxi drivers will try to overcharge you for a ride. Make sure they have the taxi meter running before the start of the ride. Also, you should ask for a ballpark price before getting in to see if it’s acceptable.
Be wary if you find an overnight bus ticket for cheap. Besides not being comfortable, drivers or their accomplices have been known to go through the passengers’ luggage and steal valuables from them.
Even if you get a rental car, you still might become a victim of a scam. Scammers will purposely puncture your tire and then offer you help to change it. They may later ask you to pay for their services or even use the commotion to steal your stuff from inside the car.
You might be surprised to hear that ticket scams are still a thing. A person might approach you and offer you a cheap ticket for a train or a bus, saying that they can’t make the trip. You should know that the ticket is either fake or has already been used.
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]]>The post Most Common Hotel Scams You Should Be Aware of When Traveling appeared first on Traveler Master.
]]>Continue reading to find out some of the most common hotel scams you should be aware of when traveling.
This scam will see the scammer calling your hotel room and saying that they have some issues with your credit card. They will then ask you to confirm the credit card details via phone and later use them to make large purchases. They usually do this in the middle of the night when you are likely to just give them the info they are looking so you can go back to sleep.
You might get a visit from hotel room inspectors, but know that these are mostly scammers who want to steal your stuff. They will tell you they need to do a routine inspection, and one of them will try to keep you engaged in a conversation while others go through your things and steal anything of value.
You might see a food delivery menu that was slipped underneath your hotel room door and be tempted to order something. Don’t. This menu was likely distributed by scammers who will try to get your credit card information without any intention to deliver you food. Usually, the hotel’s menu will be digital or already sitting in the room when you check in.
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