Travel guide
Common travel scams and a guide to staying calm
Most scams are not complex; It rushes you, distracts you from the official channel, or diverts your attention from the object.
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Although tourist scams look different from city to city, they have common signs: rushing you, distracting you from the official sales channel, leaving the payment amount unclear, or distracting you from the bag.
It is not necessary to see every stranger as a threat. A few simple verification habits reduce risk without turning travel into anxiety.
Common scenarios
| Scenario | red flag |
|---|---|
| Taxi | Taximeter/fare uncertain, in-terminal offer |
| Ticket | 'Last ticket' printing outside the official box office |
| ATM | Foreigner offering help, exchange rate pressure |
| Accommodation message | Urgent payment request in new connection |
distraction
In case of a spill on yourself, an autograph/donation request, or sudden jostling in a crowd, check your bag first. If assistance is required, head to a fixed point such as a store, police or uniformed personnel.
Ticket and reservation
- Open it by typing the official domain name yourself.
- Do not directly press the payment link in the message.
- Check the reservation from within the app.
- Do not share the barcode and reservation code on social media.
If you have problems
- Move to a safe and crowded place.
- Close the card temporarily and call the bank.
- Obtain a police/provider report.
- Change passwords from trusted device.
- Keep documentation for insurance.
set a limit
You do not owe an explanation in a pushy sale. Say a brief 'no' and keep moving. If there is physical contact or stalking, instead of getting into an argument, go to a staffed area and call local emergency support.
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Frequently asked questions
What should I do if I receive an additional payment message from the accommodation?
Open the booking app yourself, without using the link in the message, and verify with the registered support channel.
How to detect an unauthorized taxi?
Check the official stop, license, taximeter/fixed fare information and receipt layout. Do not accept upcoming offers directly within the terminal.
