Bangkok Podcast 23: Tourist Scams

Bangkok is a big and fast-paced city, and you need a significant
amount of street smarts to avoid the many pitfalls that are
present. One thing that many people find - despite the
well-publicized 'Land of Smiles' image - is that Thailand has
jerks and scam artists just like any other city around the world.
Often these hosers weave incredibly intricate and cunning schemes
to get some money out of unwitting tourists; the variety is
incredible and people often lose anywhere from hundreds of baht
to thousands of dollars.


In this episode, Greg and Tony talk about some of the more common
scams they've heard of and/or experienced, and share a few inside
tips on what to look for, how to react, what to avoid, and - most
importantly - what to do if you somehow find yourself a victim.


Greg and Tony also wax lyrical about the delightfully cool
weather this week; talk about a great giveaway from one of our
former guests; and Tony gives everyone a pro tip on avoiding the
rain.