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You've just arrived at your hotel and checked in, you are suffering from jet lag but the white beach and turquoise water looks so inviting.
You step out on to the beach only to be overwhelmed by beach traders, trying to sell you wood carvings.
I decided to buy 20 key rings from one of the traders, I paid him half the money in advance and guess what I never so him again. I lost ý10 which was peanuts but no one ever hassled me again because I simply asked them to **** off frankly!
Unique Suggestions: I strongly suggest you buy from markets and other shops in town, the quality of work and variety is much better.
When you do buy from a shop ask them to pack it infront of you to avoid disappointment!
Always take a local resident with you, a tourist guide or a friend you've made at the hotel, that way you never get ripped off!
Written Jun 2, 2004
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