Top Tourist Scams

Avoiding Istanbul’s Fake Tour Guides

17 July 2012

Real tour guides can bring historical sites like the Blue Mosque in Istanbul alive. But fake guides can be a real pest and can end up costing you money. Here’s what you need to know to spot the difference.

Getting Scammed in Istanbul with Conor Woodman

16 July 2012

Scam City’s Conor Woodman found that Turkey’s scams are much more sophisticated than traditional stealing. Find out what he learned about dodgy places and shady characters while filming in Istanbul.

Getting Tea’d Off In China

16 July 2012

You will want to enjoy the ritual of drinking tea while you’re in China. But beware the Chinese Tea Scam! Read on to find out how it works so you’ll be prepared.

Argentina’s Fake Money Trail

11 July 2012

Buenos Aires is home to an extensive counterfeit money ring that can fool even the savviest traveller. Scam City location researcher Leticia Meruvia takes us behind the scenes and tells how easy it is for even the pros to get tricked.

4 Common Taxi Scams
in Buenos Aires

11 July 2012

If you think you’re getting the run-around, you probably are. It’s one of the top four scams taxi drivers try to pull on tourists. Follow these tips to avoid getting scammed!

5 Tips and Must-Know Phrases
for Buenos Aires

10 July 2012

Don’t bring home any bad memories as souvenirs from Buenos Aires. Follow these five tips and learn these essential Spanish phrases to play it safe in Argentina’s exciting capital city.

Top 5 Tourist Scams

6 July 2012

Scammers and con games are an unfortunate part of travelling, but knowing about the most common scams ahead of time is half the battle. Read on and arm yourself with knowledge!