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Antalya, Turkey
10 reported scam patterns travellers run into in Antalya, what they look like, and how to sidestep them.
Shortchanging on lira and euro payments, and unlicensed changers applying commissions disclosed only after the exchange.
Boat trip operators quoting a price that excludes lunch, drinks and harbour fees, then collecting them in cash once the boat is offshore.
Restaurants on the tourist strips adding items never ordered, applying undisclosed cover charges, or presenting a bill several times the menu prices.
Drivers declining the meter for airport and resort runs, quoting fixed fares far above the metered rate, or running a meter on a higher night tariff during the day.
Carpet shops reached via a driver's or guide's 'quick stop', with hours of high-pressure selling, false age and origin claims, and shipping arrangements that fail after payment.
Hotel bookings downgraded on arrival in peak season with the original rate charged.
Theft from beach belongings and pickpocketing in the crowded old-town market lanes.
Excursion tickets sold by street agents for trips that are overbooked, downgraded, or do not run.
Timeshare and 'holiday club' presentations sold via a free excursion or prize, with high-pressure contracts signed on the day.
Counterfeit branded watches, bags and clothing sold in resort markets as genuine, with export illegal in many destination countries.
