Dangerous scams are happening in Bangkok Pattaya, Thailand…from fake police raids to money exchange, tourists get trapped in bad situations.

Tuk-Tuk Scam

For the convenience of tourists, Tuk-Tuk service is provided in Thailand, which is much cheaper than taxi. In such a situation, tuk-tuk drivers often target tourists, these drivers first agree to take them from one place to another at a low price, but later take them to shops, restaurants and malls on the pretext, so that the tourists Do some shopping. Let us tell you, all these tuk-tuk drivers get commission for bringing them to the buyers. In such a situation, if this happens to you, then be careful and have a final conversation with the driver beforehand.

taxi meter scam

we all know that Tourist places like Thailand But transportation often becomes expensive, but all this seems justified to a certain extent. Let us tell you, many tourists in Thailand often have to face taxi meter scams. This scam can start as soon as the tourists get out of the taxi. Some taxi drivers charge extra if you are not careful and aware.

At first he/she will agree to go according to the meter, but after half way he/she may refuse the meter or go the longer way to increase the money. In such a situation, to stop this scam, tourists are advised to strictly negotiate the route and fare with the driver in advance. So that you do not have to become a victim of scam later. Let us tell you, these scams mostly start from the airport.

Jet Ski Scam

Jet skiing in Thailand is a great experience, but tourists often face jet skiing scams. Actually, jet skiing is given on rent, in such a situation, when you return after traveling on it, then the owner of jet skiing asks for extra money for the fault or damage caused to the jet skiing. The surprising thing is that these jet skiing are often already in bad condition.

Along with this, jet skiing operators also ask tourists to pay unnecessary insurance and fuel charges, due to which the cost of jet skiing fare increases significantly. You will mostly see these scams in Phuket, Pattaya, Koh Samui and the beaches of Thailand. In such a situation, while booking jet skiing, check first and do not forget to take its photo.

nightlife scam

Nightlife in Thailand It is famous all over the world, but taking advantage of this nightlife, many scams are done on tourists. Let us tell you that whenever tourists order drinks in bars and clubs in tourist areas, they are forcefully asked for extra money. These bars and clubs often charge tourists much more than the locals. Along with this, stealing money at night is also quite common, especially in crowded places. Fake police raids can also be conducted in clubs and bars to extort money from tourists. Let us tell you, there is a gang of scammers, who keep planning to rob tourists in new ways, in such a situation it is advised that you be cautious about all these things.

money exchange scam

Every tourist going to Thailand has to go through the money exchange process, in such a situation some money changers give less money to the tourists during money exchange. Let us tell you, this scam is most prevalent in Bangkok, Pattaya and Phuket in Thailand. Money changers use false exchange rates to defraud tourists of their money.

They may also use old or torn bills, which other money changers or banks do not accept. In such a situation, whenever you follow the process of money exchange in Thailand, first get proper information about it. If you are coming to Thailand through an agent, then definitely take advice from them.