21 Common Travel Scams Making a Comeback and How to Spot Them
20. The Counterfeit Ticket Trap
You’re offered a “great deal” on event or transport tickets from someone outside a venue or near a bus/train station. They seem legit—but the tickets are fake, expired, or unusable. Always buy tickets directly from official counters or websites. If someone approaches you with a time-sensitive “deal,” it’s likely a setup. If it feels too easy, it’s probably too risky.
