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Avoiding scams in Common scams
Avoiding scams in Common scams
Several bits of common sense may help you stay out of trouble without your needing to know exactly what scams are practiced in what areas:
if you have travelling companions, keep each other informed of the general outlines of your plans for the day;
don't answer simple questions from strangers about what hotel you are staying at, where you are from, or what your business is (these may give clues to scamming you);
don't carry unnecessary amounts of cash or expensive toys around with you so that it is impossible for someone to scam you into handing it over;
remember that astounding deals and amazing winnings are as unlikely as they seem and likely to be part of a scam;
be wary of any stranger who seems to be singling you out for extended special attention, especially if they are trying to persuade you to leave your friends or accompany them to an unknown area;
don't have your name printed on the outside of your bags in case someone approach you using your name pretending to know you (use an opaque luggage tag if you must);
you are not required to be polite or friendly to anyone who refuses to leave you alone when you request it;
alcohol and other drugs affect your judgement and should be indulged in only among people you have good reason to trust;
being in situations where you are among a group of strangers who all know one another but not you gives them a great deal of power over you.
always agree any prices before you accept any products, services or accommodation, and always have some proof of payment.
Research into your destination, its general layout, and the usual price ranges are helpful in avoiding many scams.
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