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Creator's Key Takeaways

if you're going on a cruise you do not want to be a target for scammers these are the tourist scams and watch outs that all cruisers need to know about

the free bracelet scam now this is a scam that's been a little bit common in europe for a few years and in particular in some of the bigger cities

if you see there are three or four stops and one of them is the rug making demonstration or one of them is the perfume factory tour that is going to be one massive one hour long sales pitch

the traffic infraction scam so what happens and it seems to me a little bit i don't want to say common but it happens sometimes in mexico

Creator's Tips & Advice

Do not accept free items from strangers, especially bracelets, to avoid donation coercion.
Avoid excursions that include perfume factory tours or rug-making demonstrations due to long sales pitches.
Keep luggage close and never accept help from strangers with your luggage.
Walk a few blocks away from main tourist streets for better restaurant prices and service.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Being targeted by scammers in tourist areasBe vigilant, say no to free items, and research excursions and taxis in advance.
Getting stuck in sales-heavy excursionsAvoid tours with perfume factory or rug-making stops, or book private excursions with deposit options.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat are the worst tourist scams targeting cruise passengers?
QHow can cruisers avoid being scammed in popular destinations?
QWhat should you watch out for during excursions and in taxis?

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Rome3 Sad Bacon
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