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Tallinn, Estonia
8 reported scam patterns travellers run into in Tallinn, what they look like, and how to sidestep them.
Unregulated taxis parked at the old-town edges and the port with tariff cards showing rates many times the standard, which is legal if displayed and is the reason to use an app.
Bar bill inflation in the old town, with drinks not ordered appearing on the tab and card terminals presented with a pre-entered tip.
Pressed and plastic amber sold as natural Baltic amber.
Pickpocketing in the old town on cruise days and at the Christmas market.
Bar and club touts on the old-town streets leading to venues where the bill is inflated and departure is obstructed.
Unofficial 'guides' at the old-town gates charging for tours that are otherwise free walking tours.
Dynamic currency conversion offered as the default on card terminals at a poor rate.
Short-let bookings cancelled at short notice during peak weekends and relisted at a higher rate.
