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Safety on the island
Safety on the island, recommendations for women, and the particulars of walking around in the evening.
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The shadow side
The shadow side: scams, risks and what guidebooks don't mention.
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Dangerous Waterfalls
A warning about the risks of swimming at and visiting mountain waterfalls.
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The Tourist's Appearance
How a tourist's appearance affects prices and sellers' attitudes, and the signs that mark a first-time visitor.
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Spice Gardens
A common scheme for making money off tourists via Spice Garden tours and sales at inflated prices.
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Deposits When Renting Housing
The risk of losing your deposit when renting houses and villas for the long term.
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Fuel Station Scams
How fuel station staff can take advantage of a meter that hasn't been reset.
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Hotel Swaps by Tour Operators
Cases of tourists being moved to a different hotel and the steps to take to get compensation.
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Thefts from Hotel Safes
A warning about the risks of keeping money and documents in hotel safes.
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The Pause Method
How sellers set a price based on a tourist's appearance and the buyer's reaction.
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The Caring Father
A scheme involving a request to buy baby food and then returning the product to the store.
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Scams via Telegram
Cases of fraud among Russian-speaking intermediaries and goods couriers.
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Housing: Expectation vs. Reality
Hotel photos not matching the property's actual condition years later.
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The ethics of whale tours
The ethical side of whale tours: how large numbers of boats affect the animals.
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Risks of outdoor activities during the rainy season
The risks of outdoor activities during the rainy season and what to know about visiting waterfalls.
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The aftermath of leech bites
The aftermath of leech bites and prolonged bleeding after hikes.
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Spice gardens as a tourist attraction
Spice gardens as a tourist attraction and a critical take on their value.
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