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TRAVEL SCAM
Prague, Czech Republic
Fake Classical Concert Ticket Scam
Tourists are sold tickets for low-quality concerts marketed as authentic classical performances.
Medium Risk
COMMON LOCATIONS
Tourist routes, Old Town, Charles Bridge area
HOW IT HAPPENS
HOW THE SCAM WORKS
1. Tourist is approached by sellers in costumes in busy areas
2. Offered tickets for “classical music concert”
3. Tourist buys ticket expecting high-quality performance
4. Show turns out to be low-quality or tourist-oriented performance
WATCH FOR THIS
WARNING SIGNS
• Sellers in period costumes on the street
• Heavy promotion in tourist areas
• Limited details about performers or venue
• Pressure to buy tickets immediately
STAY SMART
HOW TO AVOID IT
• Buy tickets from official venues or websites
• Research concert details before purchasing
• Avoid street ticket sellers
• Check reviews of performance venues
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