While Southeast Asia is known for its friendly and welcoming inhabitants, there are some instances where you have to be wary.
Southeast Asia is a popular destination for many reasons: the natural beauty of its landscapes, the architecture of historic temples, the boldly flavored food, and the relative affordability compared to other parts of the world. The people in these Southeast Asian countries are known to be kind and friendly, but as with many popular tourist spots, there can be those who are trying to take advantage of unaware tourists and can sour the vacation mood. While this is no reason to avoid this beautiful part of the world, awareness of common tourist scams will help travelers have a smooth vacation and avoid falling for these traps. These are some of the most common scams to watch out for in Southeast Asia to ensure your next vacation will be a great one.