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By *aked_magicMan
over a year ago
the gutter looking at the stars (S.Australia) |
If somebody tells you a major tourist destination is "closed today" they are lying, they just want to try and get you to go somewhere that benefits them, usually financially. I've had this many times, once in Thailand "oh so sorry for you, the floating market isn't open today" and the best one has to be in Egypt "I'm so sorry the pyramids aren't open today" - yeah right mate course they're not! |
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"Away for work in Europe and looking for those of a similar mindset? Anyone got any tips and/or experiences they’d like to share?
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What is this 'mindset' you speak of? Probably best describing that first.
Also where in europe exactly?
Finally, are you actually looking to meet people in person or just hear about these 'tips/experiences' you mention above? |
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By *rHotNottsMan
over a year ago
Dubai & Nottingham |
"If somebody tells you a major tourist destination is "closed today" they are lying, they just want to try and get you to go somewhere that benefits them, usually financially. I've had this many times, once in Thailand "oh so sorry for you, the floating market isn't open today" and the best one has to be in Egypt "I'm so sorry the pyramids aren't open today" - yeah right mate course they're not!"
Try getting a tut-tut in Delhi to where you want to go , it’s like Groundhog Day , whatever you try you end up at the same rug shop.
I can be so hard to get legit guides in some countries because the potential commissions available to rogue guides are so high.
Like others said, learn some language and avoid tourist areas. Use accom like Airbnb or the equivalent local network for independent house stays, look after your hosts and they will look after you. Non touristy areas can be much work at first but you quickly learn the systems that locals use
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