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I MADE A BIG MISTAKE ON MY CRUISE

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Don's Family Vacations
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πŸ‘οΈ 51K viewsπŸ“… 4 years ago⏱️ 7:04

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Editorial Summary

The creator recounts a personal experience in Cartagena where he encountered an overwhelming number of street vendors. While visiting the city, he sought to purchase a Panama hat as a souvenir. During the interaction, he mistakenly pulled out his entire wallet to pay for the item, which resulted in being swarmed by a large group of vendors. He reflects on the mistake and advises travelers to carry only small bills in their pockets rather than using a wallet in crowded areas to avoid attracting unwanted attention. The video also covers a folklore dance performance and a walking tour of the old city. The creator notes that the vendor presence in Cartagena was significantly more aggressive than in other locations like Mexico. He concludes by emphasizing the importance of being prepared for constant vendor interaction and suggests negotiating prices while maintaining personal security by keeping valuables in zippered pockets.

Written by TripBacon from this video's transcript.

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

Creator's Key Takeaways

i made a big rookie mistake

i was swarmed by at least 10 to 15 vendors all just converged on me all pushing things in my face

never do what i did don't do what donnie don't did does

be prepared for that in some of these places if you think mexico you know he is aggressive mexico has nothing nothing on cartagena

Creator's Tips & Advice

βœ“Keep single bills in pockets, not your wallet
βœ“Keep your wallet in a safe location
βœ“Negotiate with vendors

πŸ†•New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Being overwhelmed by aggressive vendors β€” Keep small bills in pockets, avoid showing your wallet, and be prepared for vendor pressure

Questions This Creator Answers

QHow to handle vendor harassment on a cruise excursion
QWhat to do if you want to buy a souvenir in a crowded tourist area

Topics Covered

Excursions3Β½ Sad BaconPort Destination2Β½ Sad Bacon

Port Highlights

Cartagena2Β½ Sad Bacon
Top: Folklore Dance
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