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DON'T FALL FOR THESE CRUISE PORT SCAMS: How to Avoid Them

Fat’s & Tre
Fat’s & Tre
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👁️ 99 views📅 3 years ago⏱️ 3:34
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Creator's Key Takeaways

they will tell you where to go what shoppings to do they'll give you a map check your boarding time

sometimes you might go on a person might say hey I got a free bracelets I got a free bracelet

try to avoid using your credit card debit cards are better

bargain when you bargain with them on this ports make sure that you want to buy the items

Creator's Tips & Advice

✓Take the shopping class for guidance and maps
✓Check your boarding time on the port board
✓Bring an excursion bag for beach essentials
✓Avoid using credit cards; use cash or debit cards
✓Bargain only if you intend to buy the item
✓Research the cruise port before going

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Getting scammed with free bracelet offers — Avoid people offering free bracelets; they will tie them on and demand money
Credit card holds after port purchases — Use debit cards or cash instead of credit cards to avoid holds
Being hassled by vendors during bargaining — Only bargain if you are sure you want to buy the item

Questions This Creator Answers

QHow to avoid common cruise port scams
QWhat to do before going out on the ports
QHow to handle free bracelet offers from scammers
QWhat payment methods are safer at ports

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In this video, we're going to teach you how to avoid the most common cruise port scams. scams that target tourists and make them feel like they're being taken advantage of. If you're planning a trip to a port soon, be sure to watch this video for tips on how to avoid scams and stay safe while you're on your voyage. We'll cover topics like cruise ship safety, fake ports and more. By learning about these scams, you'll be able to make a smart decision about where to go and what to do when you arrive at your port of call!