A dishonest scheme; a fraud; swindle
Tourists are targets
Especially if you don't speak the language or are unfamiliar with the culture
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Have you ever been scammed while traveling abroad?
COMMON SCAMS
Taxi
Vehicle hire / rental
Wrong charge/overcharge
Pickpocket
Dating/relationships
THEFT
Passport, money, valuables
Keep locked up
Copies and hidden
VIOLENCE
Be aware of your surroundings
Speak to locals
Only items, can be replaced
NATURAL CATASTROPHES/DISASTERS
Earthquakes, typhoons, hurricanes
Be aware of the seasons
Know emergency phone numbers
WAR / POLITICAL UNREST
Check the news
Read your country's warnings
Speak to locals
TIPS
1. Do your research
2. Blend in with your surroundings
3. Don't flash your wealth
4. Stay safe in transport
5. Keep your belongings safe
6. Get travel insurance
7. Have emergency info at hand
8. Manage your money
9. Keep track of your health
10. Know how to communicate
SPECIAL SITUATIONS
Solo Female
With Children
Adventure Travel
What makes a country dangerous?
Political violence (terrorism, insurgency, politically moitvated unrest and war)
Social unrest (inc. ethnic violence)
Violent & Petty Crime
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What is the most dangerous country you have been to? What made it so?
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