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Top travel scams in Asia
Tailor scam in Thailand
7 3How it works: Opening: you are usually brought to a tailor shop as a result of the tuk-tuk scam (in short, you are told by a tout that an attraction…
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Massage scams in Philippines
7 1How it works: Opening: at a red light distract, a ladyboy/woman offers you a massage at cheap prices. Version 1: the massage is given, but during the massage, your unattended…
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Taxi scams in India
7 12How it works: The following is a long list of potential tricks, but there is no need to be overly concerned as only some engage in such tricks and it…
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Roppongi/Shinjuku bar scams in Japan
7 0How it works: Version 1: kyakuhiki (customer pullers) employed by shady bars tell you of offers at established bars and offer to bring you there. On the way however, he…
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Fake travel agents in Malaysia
7 0How it works: Situation 1: with the rise of digital media, the Malaysian Association of Tour and Travel Agents (MATTA) has found an increasing number of fake/unofficial travel agents in…
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Bedouin romance scam in Jordan
7 0How it works: Situation: This is the most infamous scam in Jordan and has been around for more than a decade. The authorities are aware, but such cases are difficult…
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Home gambling scam in Philippines
7 2How it works: Opening: a stranger asks where you are from, then claims to have a relative going there. He invites you to his place for a meal, hoping you can…
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Snatch thefts in Philippines
6 6How it works: Bike/moped: riding past with a pillion rider doing the snatch. Jeepney/car/taxi/bus: snatching valuables through a window at traffic lights/crowded traffic. Driving: throwing eggs/liquid/some substance onto your windscreen….
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Tonle Sap floating village scams in Cambodia
6 2How it works: Situation: there are 3 floating villages here. Most are brought to the Chong Khneas floating village as it is closest to Siem Reap but you may fall…
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Forbidden City scams in China
6 1How it works: Opening: Many scammers wait outside the compound at the North side (the exit). Set-up: Scam 1: tea ceremony scam. Scam 2: art gallery/school scam. Scam 3: fake…
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