Attraction Closed Redirection Scam

TRAVEL SCAM

Bangkok, Thailand

Scammers falsely claim tourist attractions are closed to redirect visitors to shops where they are pressured to buy overpriced goods.

High Risk

Tourist attractions, temples, streets

Tourist approaches attraction
• scammer says closed (holiday/lunch)
• offers alternative
• sends tourist to shop (gem/tailor)
• earns commission

• “closed today” claim
• unsolicited approach
• friendly stranger
• alternative suggestion

• verify opening hours
• ignore strangers
• go directly to official entrance