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TRAVEL SCAM
Bangkok, Thailand
Tourist Price Inflation Scam
Foreign tourists are charged higher prices than locals for goods and services.
Medium Risk
COMMON LOCATIONS
Markets, shops, tourist areas
HOW IT HAPPENS
HOW THE SCAM WORKS
Vendor identifies tourist
• quotes higher price
• no fixed pricing
• negotiation pressure applied
WATCH FOR THIS
WARNING SIGNS
• no price display
• different price for locals
• aggressive bargaining
• unclear cost
STAY SMART
HOW TO AVOID IT
• check local الأسعار
• compare prices
• ask locals
• avoid tourist-only shops
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