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TRAVEL SCAM
Paris, France
Fake Attraction Ticket Scam
Tourists are sold fake or overpriced tickets to major attractions
High Risk
COMMON LOCATIONS
Eiffel Tower, Louvre, Notre Dame, major tourist attractions
HOW IT HAPPENS
HOW THE SCAM WORKS
Scammers create fake websites or sell tickets near tourist sites claiming fast-track entry, often charging €50 or more for tickets that are invalid or unnecessary (some attractions are free)
WATCH FOR THIS
WARNING SIGNS
Very cheap or “skip-the-line” offers, unofficial sellers, websites that look real but slightly different URL
STAY SMART
HOW TO AVOID IT
Buy only from official websites or counters, avoid street sellers, verify attraction ticket policies before purchase
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