Last Updated on January 7, 2021
Private Taxis
If you are in a foreign country or just in a different city, then try to book a transfer with a trusted company in advance. If it is unreachable, then use public transportation like trams, metro, and buses. If all these options are not available, then book a taxi from a large company that can already tell you the fees before you start the trip.
Private cabs are not to be trusted because once they see a stranger, they try to manipulate him by taking him on the longest route in order to overcharge them.
Fares
You should keep an eye on all forms of public and private transports because the driver could give you change from a different local currency and it will be worthless comparing to the Euros or dollars that you paid with.
Dishonest Seller
These tricks could happen in street tents or small shops that sell souvenirs. You could spot a dishonest seller easily: he would be bargaining with 3 customers, talking on the phone, taking money, giving change and even writing down your credit card information if you used it.
He could also give you less change hoping that you are distracted enough to not notice.
Unofficial ticket sale
When you buy tickets to a concert, museum, theatre or anything else from street vendors, then you might be purchasing a fake ticket. It may look very real, and you may pay a lot of money for it, but you would still get fooled. To make sure everything is right, buy the tickets at the official ticket offices or from the company’s websites.
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