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rhett o rick

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8. Europe is wonderful but watch out for pickpockets in the major cities esp. Naples
Sun Jun 14, 2015, 12:08 PM
Jun 2015

and Paris. And they love passports. And don't think they are all shady looking guys. We had two teenage girls plus a couple of younger girls approach us and ask for directions. They had a map that we used to help them, but when I pulled the map up, one of the girls hands was groping my wife's fanny pack. They will drive by with a motorcycle and grab your purse or backpack. Taking some easy precautions will discourage them to look elsewhere.

Also watch out for people pretending to be taxi drivers. and ask what the approx fare will be to your destination. Make sure they use their meters.

I highly recommend Rick Steve's Guide books, they are the best.

Safe travels.

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