Scams to Avoid
Taxi meters, fake tour offices, ATM skimming, drink-spiking, motorbike rentals.
scams4 min read
Taxi Meter Scams (and How to Avoid Them)
Rigged meters, fake taxi liveries, refusal to use the meter. The simplest fix: use Grab or Be.
scams4 min read
Fake Tour Offices and Knock-Off Brands
The Hanoi Old Quarter is famous for shop names that copy reputable tour operators letter for letter. How to spot the genuine ones.
scams3 min read
ATM Skimming and Card Cloning
ATM skimming is real and persistent in Vietnam. Use bank-branch ATMs in daylight, cover the keypad, and check your card statements.
scams4 min read
Motorbike Rental Deposits and Fake Damage Claims
Renting a motorbike is part of Vietnam travel for many visitors. The most common rip-off is a fake damage claim at the end of the rental.