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20 of the BIGGEST TOURIST SCAMS in the World

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👁️ 22K views📅 3 years ago⏱️ 1:04:49
What This Creator Said
Creator Had Mixed FeelingsTips & AdviceCasual Creator

Source: Our analysis of the creator's lived experience, based on what they said in this video.

Creator's Key Takeaways

Never give your credit card information over the phone to anybody from your room.

If you want to get food delivered to your room, definitely order it from one of the apps that are legitimate.

You look at the reviews. You look to make sure that this unit actually has some reviews.

Avoid the dynamic currency conversion and instead withdraw it in local currency.

Creator's Tips & Advice

Never give credit card information over the phone to hotel staff.
Check reviews and host credibility before booking an Airbnb.
Avoid dynamic currency conversion; withdraw in local currency.
Avoid people on the street offering free photos or items.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat are common tourist scams around the world?
QHow can travelers avoid being scammed?
QWhat should you do if a hotel calls asking for credit card information?

Port Highlights

San Diego1 Happy Bacon
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YouTube Video Description

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