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TRAVEL SCAM
Marrakech, Morocco
Closed Attraction Scam
Locals falsely claim that a road or attraction is closed to redirect tourists for personal gain.
High Risk
COMMON LOCATIONS
Medina streets, tourist routes, near attractions
HOW IT HAPPENS
HOW THE SCAM WORKS
1. Tourist heads toward a destination;
2. A local says the place is closed or road is blocked;
3. Offers an alternative route;
4. Leads tourist to shops or asks for payment.
WATCH FOR THIS
WARNING SIGNS
- Says “road closed” without proof;
- Offers to guide you elsewhere;
- Insists on changing your route;
- Requests money or pushes shops
STAY SMART
HOW TO AVOID IT
- Verify with Google Maps;
- Ignore unsolicited advice;
- Stick to main routes;
- Do not follow strangers
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