One of the things I discussed with my counsellor was that I’m too trusting. I like to see the good in people and I don’t always notice when they are trying to screw me over.
Well today I very nearly got caught in a scam thanks to my trusting nature. Now I know what you’re going to say, that I’m travelling alone and should be a bit more wary, but once I was in the following situation I did click on to what was going on. I do feel a bit stupid, but don’t worry, I’ll not be falling for this sort of thing again.
Scams are rife in this area of the world unfortunately and I’ve made sure that I’ve read through the common ones in the guide book. Don’t fall for cheap overnight bus trips, they will steal your stuff. Don’t agree to hire a driver for a cheap amount for a ‘personal tour’ as you’ll get harangued into buying jems and silver that you don’t want.
What I didn’t expect was to almost be caught up in a gambling scam.
Over hills and far away... 