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Guides against tourist scams

Destination by destination. The most common tourist traps, with real sources and clear tips.

Egypt

Hurghada harbour with fishing boats and the El Mina Mosque under a clear blue sky

Hurghada

Hurghada Scams 2026: The 5 Biggest Tourist Traps

Taxis without a fixed fare, hotel doctor bills, fake visa helpers, cheap boat trips and coral souvenirs: the 5 most common Hurghada scams and how to spot them.

Thailand

Wat Phra Kaew at the Grand Palace in Bangkok with orange temple roofs and golden spires

Bangkok

Bangkok Scams 2026: The 5 Biggest Tourist Traps

Tuk-tuk gem tours, “palace closed” tricks, taxis without a meter, short change and tampered ATMs: the 5 most common Bangkok scams and how to spot them.

Turkey

View over Istanbul's old town with the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia and the Bosphorus at golden hour

Istanbul

Istanbul Scams 2026: The 5 Biggest Tourist Traps

Taxis without a meter, bar bills, the shoe shine trick, carpet shop detours and card currency traps: the 5 most common Istanbul scams and how to spot them.