Scammers and thieves are everywhere - in every country - no exception. Watch out while you're travelling.
There are many scams at your destination, so don't let your guard down. Here are some of their tricks that should be avoided.
Free trip
Don't fall for the 'free trip' scam and avoid too-good-to-be-true offers.
Spot the fakes
When it comes to petty crime, tourists are easy target because they're not familiar with the surroundings and not aware of culture and tradition. It's easy to lure an unsuspecting tourist who can't tell what is fake and what is not.
Fake cops
You're in a foreign country and an official-looking person asks to see your documentation, your currency, credit cards and other valuables. As soon as you dig them out, the thief grabs them and runs. Fake cops have also been known to pull over cars for a "search".
There are many scams at your destination, so don't let your guard down. Here are some of their tricks that should be avoided.
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Free trip
Don't fall for the 'free trip' scam and avoid too-good-to-be-true offers.
Spot the fakes
When it comes to petty crime, tourists are easy target because they're not familiar with the surroundings and not aware of culture and tradition. It's easy to lure an unsuspecting tourist who can't tell what is fake and what is not.
Fake cops
You're in a foreign country and an official-looking person asks to see your documentation, your currency, credit cards and other valuables. As soon as you dig them out, the thief grabs them and runs. Fake cops have also been known to pull over cars for a "search".
