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TRAVEL SCAM
Marrakech, Morocco
“You’re Going the Wrong Way” Scam
Locals mislead tourists by claiming they are heading in the wrong direction to gain control and offer paid guidance.
High Risk
COMMON LOCATIONS
Medina, narrow alleys, tourist routes
HOW IT HAPPENS
HOW THE SCAM WORKS
1. Tourist follows map or route;
2. A local says the direction is wrong;
3. Offers to guide to correct place;
4. Demands money or leads to shops for commission.
WATCH FOR THIS
WARNING SIGNS
- Claims your direction is wrong;
- Offers unsolicited guidance;
- Leads you through longer routes;
- Requests money afterward
STAY SMART
HOW TO AVOID IT
- Trust your map or GPS;
- Politely refuse help;
- Avoid following strangers;
- Stick to main paths
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