SCAMMED in CANCUN and PLAYA DEL CARMEN, MEXICO
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- Learn from our mistakes. How to avoid scams / tourist traps in Cancun, Playa del Carmen, & Cozumel.
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If you are planning to travel in Mexico, specifically to Cozumel, Playa del Carmen, Cancun, or any other Riviera Maya destination, we hope this video helps make your trip more enjoyable. These are ways that we were scammed in these cities in Mexico, despite speaking Spanish and currently living in the country.
We think some of the behavior in Playa del Carmen and these other locations is unethical, wrong, and dishonest. We don't want other people to fall into tourist traps (ike we did) because they didn't know what to look for or how to stick up for themselves. Most of these scams happened on 5th Avenue (Quinta Avenida in Playa del Carmen) and also in Cozumel.
Scams and Tourist Traps We Discuss:
- Taxi scams in Cancun, Mexico
- Tipping cab drivers in Mexico
- Extra charges on the bill for substitutions
- Two for one drinks in Playa del Carmen
- Adding random things to the bill
- Charging different prices than the menu says
- Ordering water at a restaurant in Mexico
- Forced gratuity added to the bill in Playa del Carmen and Cozumel
- What to tip in Mexico
- How to avoid getting scammed in Cancun, Playa del Carmen, Cozumel
- What to do when you're getting scammed
HONEST RESTAURANTS WE RECOMMEND:
1. Lido Beach Club in Playa del Carmen
2. Carboncitos in Playa del Carmen
3. Tequila Beach Club in Cozumel
4. Madrez Cafe in Playa del Carmen
5. Tequila Barrel in Playa del Carmen
Do you have any questions about scams in Cancun / Playa del Carmen / Cozumel? Ask in the comments! We don't want anyone to be taken advantage of while they're in Mexico (or anywhere else for that matter).
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I’ve seen some of these scams right here in Santa Ana & Garden Grove, California (like charging for water)
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Definitely yes and stand your ground. 👏💪 I had similar happen to me with no tequila in my drink so I asked the bartender to try it 🤣
So sorry this happened to you guys , such nice people just trying to travel and have a good time 🙁
If They Want Business From Tourists They Need To Learn English To.
Yes those cabs in playa del Carmen are something else they do overcharged, in the ones from the airport demand a tip they. Bring it up in their way to drop off point , so sad they are so money hungry . Sad but true .... but the cabs to Cancun in playa they are around 1000 pésos
Never trust a taxi with the door handles missing, you don’t know where they might take you or their intentions....just like those door handles- you could also end up missing. Look around next time
Great Advice!
Thanks for sharing your knowledge and insight ...
OMG_its_TexMex!!!! * Exactly. There’s no way I would have stayed in that taxi!
That's so scary! I'm glad I saw this video, because I'll be going to Mexico soon - that is something I'll look out for!
Maddie didn't say if the windows worked or not. I am sure the outside door handles did work and that can be a means of escape, but I would have definitely reported that to somebody to get that cab off the road.
Frightening and that taxi driver should be reported!
We lived in Mexico in the mid 80's and have loved our travels throughout this beautiful and cultured country for many years since. My husband is now 81 and we cannot risk getting into situations that didnt concern us 40 years ago. We have a couple of favorite resort areas, but these days we do not drive ourselves, instead we have the resort pick us up from the airport, we have a small grocery order delivered to our condo via a service, and we enjoy the resort property, choosing to stay put for the week. We make friends with the waiters and watch the ocean from our cabana with a good margarita in hand, have an early supper at a resort restaurant. Life changes and you change with it. We were once your age and had the same sense of adventure! I love your videos.
Define cultured lol
What a sad end...
That's a great story. My ex landlord is in his early 80s and travels frequently to Hawaii and The Philippines. That's great that you can find time to do things you enjoy and yes no need to get caught up in the confusion of new travellers who often miss things that more seasoned travellers, even young ones, catch on to. I often smile and say no to everything. If I want something, I'll go find it or have it delivered. There's so much info online and services offered to take a step into a potentially bad situation. Cheers.
I know Mexico is an interesting country, but it is unsafe.
My country Croatia was built on tradition without a race for money and thank God we have a beautiful and peaceful life. I was near Mexico in Galveston and Houston and it was good in 82/83.
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Guys, for those who arrive in Cancun airport and needs to go to Playa del Carmen or Cancun, use ADO bus, cheap and comfy. If you arrive late, after midnight, you can take a collectivo van to Cancun (costs around 200-250 pesos; a taxi to Cancun would cost around 400-500 pesos in day time, 1000-2000 pesos night time), they will take you to the ADO bus station in Cancun. And if you need to go to Playa, you take a van close to that ADO to Playa del Carmen, you'll see them screaming PLAYA PLAYA PLAYA. They run until like 3-4am (Cancun never sleeps). That van to Playa would be like 80 pesos at night. 50 pesos day time.
or you could just walk to playa like we did
ADO is awesome we've used thoes guys almost every time we come there
Or you could rent a car, use Google maps and do like you are visiting NYC and ignore every interaction that you haven’t started. Wise up, Americans.
This is great info and kudos for standing up for yourselves! I am from Honduras and was disheartened by how bad things have gotten with scams and treatment of tourists in Playa del Carmen. Thanks for sharing!
☹️ I’m so sorry you have been scammed in Mexico... sometimes I travel to China or Thailand and they try to scam me but I tell them: come on! I’m from Mexico! I know all the tricks!
Guillermo Villarreal me too Jajajaja once they know I am from Mexico they know I know 😂
I love Shenzhen and Huizhou in China 🇨🇳
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Hi Guillermo ! I have a flight for mexico that I have to use before the end of the month, would you advise a girl to go alone by herself to cancun or is it too dangerous for a girl to be alone there ? thanks
lovemilkshake it's ok just don't get blackout drunk if you don't have anyone to take care of you...don't walk alone at night!! and share your location if you are going out to someone you trust!!!
Guillermo Villarreal funny, same thing I said when they were selling me outrageously overpriced souvenirs in Morocco so they left me alone
We were in Cancun in Sep 2018, we had great experiences with using a taxi app called Easy Taxi, which is very similar to Uber. Their prices are amazing and you can see how much it cost to get to your destination beforehand. Best part is that you can see a picture of the driver and his reviews!! We were also very impressed most of this cabs had a/c and were cleaned.
Thanks a lot for recommending this app! We hadn't heard about it before this trip. Giving this comment a heart since we think it will help others.
@@TangerineTravels you're welcome guys ❤, I hope it helps others too
Hi Viridiana, is the app the one that is in Russian? Or is there a different Easy Taxi?
Thank you for recommending this app, Viridiana! I’m going to Cancún in March 2019 and it’s great to know that I will have a safe alternative to getting cabs at the airport. Here in Brazil we use Easy Taxi as well and it works just fine.
Viridiana Sainz* Awesome recommendation"! That's why Uber" is taking the taxi world ....by storm. Taxi's the world over have been notorious for bad service and over-pricing. Even though this app refers to itself still as a taxi service.....it sounds Uber sensational"! Thanks again*
These types of schemes hurt the tourist industry. In all my travels, I just don't understand that mentality. Customer service, honesty, and transparency goes a long way.
My wife is from Mexico n the first time I went she said ignore everyone who comes up asking to help , don't take nobody shit n keep pushing forward lol
Your wife is a gem .. tell her salute
Yup
Facts!!!
Hows ur last name Martínez and not be Mwxican
Yes! Exactly!
I've gotten to where I don't even stop for city/county cops. Have been extorted twice. Now I tell them (if I can't just ignore them) that I will call my friends in the federales and they will be arrested and thrown under the jail.
I had people with official looking signs tell me that I missed the bus and there wouldn't be another one for 2 hours. I ignored them and walked straight to the bus area and there was an ADO bus waiting, I got on the bus and it left like 2 minutes later. They were lying and trying to get me to take one of those overpriced taxis.
I had the same experience they were trying to tell me ado was not coming till morning but the van that takes you from terminal to terminal took me to terminal 4 where i could get on the ado for 80.00 pesos to the central buses
Jovita Villalpando m
Great comment
Walk straight through the airport fast looking straight ahead and don’t stop
Ann Cochenour Absolutely. It’s the only way to exit that airport. Have a plan in advance and just say “no thank you” to anyone who approaches you. Anyone and everyone.
Appreciate your honesty and people should not say you are cheap for not wanting to be scammed. Thank you so much for training us!
@@Eric-the-wise Totally cheap. Arguing over glasses of water. LOL
Bruh paying a tip is not a scam..
Don't worry the illegals picking your whole foods veggies only making a few dollars an hour won't mind. NOT LIKE YOUR SCREWING THEM OVER!! Stay out of México and lock yourself in your safe room. 🤬🤬🤬
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Never feel sorry for scammers stand up for yourself if it feel wrong is wrong follow your instincts bad energy is bad energy rude is rude we people need to respect each other’s.Thanks for this helpful video!!
Thank heavens I know all the scams plus I’m with my Mexican fiancé
Great, great, great information! Enjoyed this and I was able to put out of my mind (for a short time) what would transpire in the future. Good thing I'm old and forgetful! I'm going to watch more of these 'oldie goldie's.'
I got the "door handles to get out of the cab removed" little trick happen to me in TJ. I freaked out and crawled out of the window and took off.
Omg scary
good job dude...somebody has to stand up for tourist or they wont have any
I'm from Mexico City and pretty much everything you said is on point, 10% is the rule for tipping sevices. Taxis and such are usually not tipped, though I once tipped a shuttle driver because he gave a historical account of the place while driving so it was for the extra show. I'ts sad that there are so many people trying to scam, it's unfortunately a problem in many parts of Mexico, and it's not only to tourists. I myself have never understand it, I have learned to be wary of these things constantly while growing up. These people ignorantly assume that any tourist is loaded with money, specially with foreigners. As others have said don't hesitate to burn them on social media, for example hotels are very vigilant of what you write on Tripadvisor, it really does affect their business so they have no choice but to improve. As for taxis just avoid them all you can, they are the worst in any mexican city. Use Uber, shuttles, buses (like ADO), rented car etc. All but taxis, it should be your last resort.
There's no Uber in Cancun (so I've heard)
@@cody283 Yeah I know, taxi organizations + corrupt politicians managed to push ride-sharing apps out of Cancun. What I mean is that if Uber/Cabify is available use them instead of a taxi cab. As said before avoid taxis, specially at night, in Mexico they are borderline criminals.
unfortunately economic conditions push people to these behaviors (yes i know theres always a few scummy people everywhere). Anywhere in the world where jobs + money are hard to come by, you will find these behaviors, unless law enforcement is pervasive.
So I am a Gringo that has lived in Mexico a couple times on the West Coast. I just visited Cancun for the first time June 2021. Honestly, I was shocked at the amount of scams and absurd prices they were charging. My advice to those traveling to the East Coast of Mexico, stay at an all inclusive. Set up your travel to and from the airport before you arrive, and don't go off site unless it is through your hotel. Or, just go to the West Coast of Mexico, where it seems like the locals are a lot nicer and less likely to try and take advantage of you.
So why are they traveling to be in a “cruise ship”(all inclusive). There’s many scams but also you can avoid them, Mayan culture is unique and it worth levigan the hotel. Best is rent a car and drive all over. I’m from Yucatán love it but also hate it for the scams. Also love the west coast, my surfing spot.
Exactly! I've never had these issues in Puerto Vallarta. I wonder why the difference in culture? Is it more poverty or just a culture of greed? I speak better Spanish than some native speakers and I make sure they know that so they don't try any funny business "no te confundes por mi cara de gringo, papá!"
@@claytonjames4779 I used to live behind the bull ring in PV. I loved visiting Boca De Tomatlan. Good memories.
Thanks yall! I'm going pretty soon here and this was helpful to get prepared for anything that can pop off. Loved y'all's energy 👏🏼👏🏼😆
I'm Mexican and even I'm scared for the taxistas in cancun
Liz Martin for or of?
Just a typo, Unbothered. Let it be.
You can move almost everywhere using the VANS or ADO buses unless you go to a hotel directly, always take taxis from their base and request a receipt I feel collective transportation is more secure and economic.
Well is very sad but is real not just MX happens everywhere Taxis are a nightmare I was in Rome,Barcelona and Israel this year and is same Taxis are rude They just want you money
True, they actually give really good advice.
I love how you maintain a good attitude in spite of these 'inconveniences'. An inspiration for us all.
Thats why i don't go to mexico its scary and it makes me nervous and now with covid forgetaboutit
This was so helpful, thank you!
Thanks for posting this!
It's so sad, I'm a Mexican . And we apologize about this. Always ask too the local people, most of the locals can't help you! And tips is optional always
Happy Silver Please don't apologize. It's the same everywhere. In every city, there are people who will "scam" you. It's not just confined to Mexico. I get really angry when people badly criticize places they've never been because they've heard a rumor. Like everywhere else, one must be cautious. Oh, I've had a few instances myself but I wouldn't let it stop me from going to Mexico. In a lot of cases, when people go to Mexico, it's an excuse to get drunk and be publicly annoying to all around them. Bet they wouldn't act like asses at home!! The local citizens don't do that, so why should the tourists. I've witnessed some pretty disgusting behaviour from tourists in the 25 years I've been going to Mexico. Be respectful, people. This country is showing courtesy and civility to the tourists. Keep your nose clean and you won't get into trouble or offend the "locals". These people are extremely hard working and deserve the tips given to them.
dont feel bad my friend...not your fault. respect from east coast
The locals in Cancun won't help you.
Happy Silver F your apology. If I walk down the street here in long beach getting gouged is the least of my concerns so go on and apologize for that.
I feel sorry i am mexican too , the rivera maya is really beatiful but the prices are really high and some people always try to benefit from the foreign tourism. To be honest i preffer to go to other city beach beaches on Mexico as Cabo San Lucas , Mazatlan or Ixtapa. I dont recomend it Cancún o Rivera Maya .
Oh my I’ve been going to MX for years always booked USA transfers to Tulum beach. Never had a problem. Playa has changed and is literally a no go. Being a New Yorker we are always skeptical and always check our bills wherever we go even at home. Need to be more streetwise
+1 for USA Transfers. I have used them for 7 or 8 trips to PDC, Cancun, or Playa Mujeres. Yes, more expensive than a bus. But… they are there when you land and take your party in a private, clean, well-maintained van, always with a courteous driver and greeting staff. Depending how far you go, it’s about $40-60, plus tip. They pick you up moments after exiting the terminal and take you straight to your hotel. We once also booked a tour through them to Chichineza (sp?) and Talmud. Our guide was Phd and spoke perfect English, price included all tolls, etc.
I travel to Mexico all the time. You guys are amazing, y’all really do know everything about Mexico! I feel like I’m with y’all walking the streets, keep the videos coming - I literally just watch y’all like it’s a show!
I went to Cancun and was picked up at the airport and bypassed all of this which I did not even know existed. Scary to see the freaky cab driver menacing you two at the end. Glad all ended safely and it’s a life lesson.
This sounds extremely stressful, and not at all what I want to deal with while on vacation.
Exactly!!!!!
it's non stop games, non-stop price gouging, non-stop ripoffs, non-stop scams. They never stop relenting. You have to be on your guard at every turn. You can't enjoy yourself in Mexico.
@@markservice8735 I could have thought you were talking about Las Vegas, New York, Atlantic City, Miami Beach or some other All American Venue. Have you ever looked at what is happening in the USA?
Idiots will be taken for a ride no matter if it is at the county fair or in Paris.
@@testdriver3146 When I go to a restaurant in New York City, Atlanta City, Las Vegas or Miami Beach, I don't have to worry about the food I order will be significantly changing prices from the menu to my bill. Yet In Mexico, I had to deal with that all the time. Yes in those American cities you can get ripped off, but you can get the police involved, and the slow wheels of justice turn. Not in Mexico, the scammery it's non-stop and at every single turn. You can't ever relax, you always have to worry about what the next gouge or pinch is going to be. I didn't just experience that myself, other people reported the same problems. I would go to bars and commiserate with other tourists, who told me their own horror stories. Some of those horror stories I can't write here they are not fit to print.
@@markservice8735 Yep. Happened to me as well while traveling. I think we all need to remember that it is not something that is pure "Mexican". It is prevalent in most tourist destinations around the world. I would perhaps dare to say that it is a bit less in places like Scandinavia, but should you arrive in Stockholm as a tourist, you will likely be paying the cab driver a little extra there as well.
I think most folks forget that they are at a place where "anything goes". And it indeed goes both ways!
You have to get the ticket from the company. When I arrived in Cancun I purchased a ticket from Ado inside the airport. Too many scammers
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yeeooo I would like to take pictures of them and report them
Thank you for sharing and thank you for being sharp and not letting people take advantage of you and letting us know how we can be scammed " good job!
Thank you truly for these videos. They are very informative and we appreciate that you both are very authentic.
We went to Playa Del Carmen, stayed in a beautiful resort and had private service from the airport to our hotel and back on the day we left! Our travel agent gave us a heads up of the do's and don't of Playa Del Carmen. We had a fabulous time!
No issues at all😂.
We've heard that staying in resorts is the way to go for a stress-free, seamless vacation!
Definitely!!
Resorts are great and all but if you are going there to actually travel, stepping out of a sheltered resort is key. There is a lot more to see in Mexico than just resort strips lol
Can you recommend the name of the resort you stayed in?
Im glad you had a good time, and you weren't targeted. Because its very common nowadays that hotel staff spike tourists drinks, wait for them to pass out inside their hotel room, and then go in and take all their belongings. It wont happen every time, but it is common practice.
wow, I can just imagine how many people are getting scammed, and don't know it, or don't care.
I guess you guys being there a year has gained you some great knowledge.
Thanks for sharing it with us!
PROFECO, (love it)
I lived in Mexico City fir 6 months and luckily never experienced this. However, I go to Cancun regularly with a girlfriend who is Italian but looks Mexican and speaks FLUENT Spanish. This allowed us to get locals pricing on everything!! I loved it!!
such amazing tips for MX! many thanks, guys! love your postings and all you do!
I’m a Mexican living in Cozumel and honestly we’re scared of Cancun because even us could get scammed there!
valerich55 agreed
My Chicana friend went there with her Chicano boyfriend and an asshole charged them money for directions.
“We’re scared of cancun” pinché isleño.
July17 De corazón
I love Cozumel. Haven't been there in 20 years! Hope it hasn't changed too much! We had such fun on every trip.
I wish I could find our cab driver, Sergio. He took us all over the island. He was so sweet. He told us the all about the Cozumel's history, the hospital where he was born, showed us the best restaurants & private beaches. He adopted us and protected us! We had to force him to accept $$$ his payment!
I'm Mexican and I'm sick of this behavior of these thiefs, thanks god that you know about PROFECO xD
I got one suggestion but you end up in jail or worse bring a ar15
Como " Vibras " . . .es lo que atraes. . !
Si son quejosos . . .! VAYANSE A CHINA DE VACACIONES ! ! !
Son como los que "Juzgan Pecadores"" . . .se enfocan en el Pecado. . .sin saber que ""Pecan "" al juzgar ! ! !
@@almacervantes5322 deberias de darle gracias a dios que tienen gran turismo, porque eso es todo lo que tiene playa del carmen como entrada economica. Estuvieras comiendo tacos vacios si no fuera por el turismo. Puedo entender que a todo turista se le aprovecha, pero hay sus limites. Los gringos no son tan pendejos como tu crees
oh, excellent suggestion Ronnie!!!.... If you want to scare Tangerine Travels off of Mexico for good, make them pack their bags and move to another country!! No more good videos promoting this country to foreign tourists!! Just what Mexico needs right now!! Smart!!
@@Caim6311 sorry but none of those numbers and letter thingys are allowed in Mex. Unless of course you are with the Ctels. And the bullets are very spensive.
Thank you for being honest about your experiences
I know this video was 2 years ago but i'm heading to Playa next month and this is certainly helpful. Thank you!!!
I love the way you laugh in every video when you say to gong the bell. I'll be going to Playa del Carmen soon, so thanks for the tips!
You should expose all of these businesses. The only way to fight againts this is burning them on all turists webpages and google whereever u can. That way more people see and know what to do when visiting these places.
Pedro Velazquez Yes😉
You just need to have an idea of what thing should cost. I asked the price of a certain tequila at a 5th ave shop that I buy at Mega for $26 and was quoted $120. To me the Cancun airport is the biggest rip off of anywhere in the area. Most heavy tourist places in Cozumel and Playa have dollar and Peso pricing on their menu's but not at the airport. They don't want you to realize you are paying $10 for a crappy slice of pizza.
that's a good idea.
Paris is just as bad! When they ask you if you'd like water. . . Shit's not free and they're like $5.65
Yes. Buts that is never ever goin to happen. This is mexico dude.
You guys are awesome. Your tips really helped my 19 year old son stay safe from scams in Cancun. Him and his girlfriend are there now and used a hotel shuttle safely and also used "Profeco" when an agent sold them bad ferry tickets. They actually got their money back!!! That was after they tried to get their money without saying they'd get Profeco. So glad we watched your video 💜
Thank you for the video! Super helpful!
Seriously one of the comments were that you were being cheap?? Unreal. I'm kind and respectful in any country I go to, but if I run into someone with a criminal mentality- yeah, that's a concern and I won't allow that crap either.
I appreciate you bringing these types of issues to light so you can save someone else the headache. It's appreciated
Exactly
People trying to rip people off, Not Okay
Hi are you from Nova Scotia?
Thank you for your advice, I will certainly remember what you said. Have a nice day
An useful tip for the water problem is that you can buy a super cheap coffee at Starbucks and keep the cup, later you can ask for free cold water at any Starbucks. Im Mexican and I have done this at any Starbucks I've been, even in Playa del Carmen/Cancún. Also. I do recommend to use the ADO but always ask for info at desks not with individual people. As an overall tip, don't be afraid to look "rude" and say no if you think something or someone is sketchy, people at PdC/Cancun know they can take advantage of foreigners like that.
You guys are awesome! And I'm sorry that those things happen to you. I'm Mexican and live in Texas and when I travel to Mexico, I'm always aware of those things
This is exactly why I steer clear of tourist areas! I have been all over Mexico (seven trips so far) and can’t remember any problems at all. Love the bus system, use Uber, eat at local establishments where there are no tourists and life is good! Love Mexico City and so many other cities, big and small. Also rented a car for $23 for ten days out of the Cancun airport (refusing the agency insurance which is NOT necessary) and saved a lot of money!
Thank you so much for making this video. I'm going to have to watch this video a few more times in preparation for my trip.
I absolutely LLLLLove you guys and watch whenever I can. Thanks for the info you share and enjoy each and every moment of your life.
hey guys: don't risk your health: always order a closed bottle of water. Don't be cheap on this one, you don't know if the water they are bringing in a glass came from the big bottled water or Garrafon, I'm Mexican an I will always order a closed bottle of water.
AND make sure when you twist off the lid you hear it break! Some places will refill the bottle and give it to you pretending they opened it for you
just go to the nearest oxxo and buy it there, they are like 1 dollar for the biggest ones
I've been to Mexico several times and got more and more lax with the water, until I got la turista. It wasn't from a restaurant, rather from my host's garrafon. The 1st time I stayed there the garrafon had name brand water, but the 2nd they were taking it to a hole in the wall in town where they would wash it & fill it back up. Pretty sure it wasn't actually purified :(
Brazil is the same way: always order closed bottles make sure it pops.
@@tinabean713 The "hole in the wall" was probably a Triangulo depot. I use them in Cozumel. They are small and usually several placed around town and yes, it's purified water.
I am so sorry that something like this happen to you but I am glad that you are making this video to warn other people. Please keep making this type of videos so scammers get the word.
Thanks for making this video. I have scraped Playa del Carmen from my destination list.
Every time someone comes to me and gives me a price I walk away.... every time I would try to leave and they go way lower. Be careful.
You guys content is always on point love it thanks so much!
This was helpful! Thanks.
I’m going to Mexico next week for my first time. Thank you for sharing this video
Thanks so much for the info. I have lived in Mexico for 6 years and 3 of those in Cancun. Generally where I ate (not in the hotel zone usually) I didn't have too much problems with over pricing or adding the tip. But I didn't know it was illegal in Mexico to add the tip automatically, good to know. Glad you have had mostly positive experiences in Mexico, so have I.
Thanks for posting these tips!
Great advice! I always make sure to ask the price before getting into a taxi and then ensuring I have correct change to avoid the I have no change scam.
just returned from cancun, playa del carmen - which we loved. amazing experience. friendly people, no scams. was fun bargaining with people
Loved your new video! I'm an expat who moved back to Canada after living for four years in Playa Del Carmen and I was also shocked at the level of scams and general unethical behavior there, it's largely why I left. I've also been all over Mexico, I loved Los Mochis, San Blas, Palenque - so many other places to visit in this amazing country - but the Yucatan is rife with scams and overall thievery and it's exhausting to visit, let alone live there. Something that you possibly hadn't considered is it's particularly bad for crime and the 'hustle' as I called it, because there's a few cruise ship stops in this region. The tourists are there for four to six hours and back on the ship immediately, never to be seen again. I learned from asking a number of locals where they'd moved from and overwhelmingly they've come from Campeche. If you're a poor person who had moved from Campeche to seek a way better financial life in this beach tourist area - and it didn't pan out the way they'd planned (and which happened a LOT), of course they wouldn't care about ripping off the "gringo," the incoming tourists are transient - It doesn't make it alright but it was interesting to learn where this mind-set came from. It's really too bad that visitors get occasionally ripped off, it's such an amazing region - but the perpetual 'hustle' really ruins this area, I'd rather visit Valladolid or Merida instead. Cheers!
Doug Rock , I agree with your comments. I am mexican ans still own a house in Play del Carmen. sadly I have seen how Playa, Cancun and Tulum have gone downhill during the last ten years.
As you say, living there does not exclude you from local scams which are wverywhere.
Bad quality, high prices and abusive people.
Sad but true
@@Vedic-counselling yes, it's really too bad. I owned a condo in the Colosio, thankfully I was able to resell it. I don't dislike everything about the area, I know my comment came off a bit negative, there's some amazing things to do around Playa Del Carmen, that's why I stayed so long as well. I especially liked the cenotes, Kaan Luum lagoon near Tulum, the beaches, the proximity to some colonial cities.. It's just that the hustlers along Fifth avenue, corrupt cabs, gas station ripoffs, over-charging was happening on a daily basis, it was never-ending and really tainted my experience there. Some expats just get used to it, I never did - and left.
Doug Rock Last time I was in playa the police chief was shot in the head. Very disturbing. Very sad. Never again.
@@oceanside88 wow, I I hadn't heard about that but it doesn't really surprise me. I was living there when all of the people were shot at the BPM music festival a few years ago. Luckily I didn't go to the festival but that ended what had been a really successful run for this music festival which happened yearly in Playa del Carmen. The cartels killed about five people, it was over drug money and it sadly ended what had been a really great yearly party for young people that traveled there from all over the world.
Please do not refer as Yucatan for all these places. Cancun, Tulum, Playa del Carmen refers more to the State Of Quintana Roo. I'm from there. I agree with you with all these tourist places full of scam. I'm not proud of that and it was not like that. I'm from Merida, Yucatan. There are many small places to visit in Yucatan that is different. Most people visit this popular places and go through this problems because you don't find genuine people and places. Cancun is no longer local people. Many of them have moved from other states. There are good and bad people. If you visit small places you will see what I mean. There is big difference. Merida, Izamal, Chelem, etc.
When in a new country, do your homework ahead of time about how to get from one point to another and pricing options, you can also ask a local or two what to expect for X item or service in terms of pricing so if you get a jacked-up price then you know. Thanks for sharing your experiences guys!!!
Thank you for this! Also both of you guys sre so focused on this scamming thing. I hope it doesnt make you guys too negative on your vacation
Thank you for the tips!
Btw I've been to 56 countries ...I went to school in Switzerland...Been to Mexico 22 times since 1968. I've been robbed 3 times . Each time by the police. The Mexican Police.
Lol...then you are officially Mexican 🤣😉
As a Mexican, this is so infuriating. I'm so sorry this happened to you.
No mames. Few Mexicans are like this. 99.9% of Mexicans I’ve met, I adore
You fucking should be buddy!
i’m not 😂😂
@@GunGlutton I’m not sorry. Just use your brain and you won’t be scammed. Nobody is forcing you to go to Mexico.
@@Jacky-gf5dd Who the fuck said I would ever go?
thanks for this im going on my first holiday abroad soon and doing some research on tourist traps before i go
Thank you for sharing. One scam that you didn't mention was timeshare scams. They will bait you for a free day pass at one of the resorts. Next, you'll be contacted by one of their associates who'll meet you at your hotel, ask you for a credit card. That is a huge red flag.
guys thank you!! you're awesome. we went to Cabo and had the same experience with scams. keep the good videos coming.
Which type of scams ?
You two are amazing. Thank you for sharing this information with us.
I agree that the best way to really impact any business is in the pocketbook, be that a reward for doing business in an ethical manner or shutting them down by refusing to give them our hard earned money.
Be safe and be blessed for always giving us the truth, the whole truth and nothing but the truth 🙌
Good stuff you two! Experience IS the best teacher and yours has been a valuable lesson. My wife and I are looking to purchase a home down there in the Playa area in a few years. We're currently taking the Rocket Language Course to be able to clearly speak and understand Spanish.
I have lived in Mexico and spent quite a bit of time traveling there, including Morelia, where this video was made, and the Riviera Maya. Tourist scams are no more common there than in other popular tourist destinations in the U.S., Europe, etc. Yes, there are folks around Cancun and other tourist destinations selling all kinds of services at prices higher than you can find elsewhere.
Thank you both for this very informative vid!! I appreciate it!!
Great! Scams like this,need to be said out loud !!! Thanks 🙏🏻
Thank-you for your insights! Jim
great info, thanks for the video.
Taxies cost more at the airport because of airport tax. Leave the airport property, cross the street and always agree on a price before getting in the cab. You guys have such excellent Information. Thank you
Roy Manuell Good advice, agree to the cost before even getting in the car! Ty !
yeah, this is common in a lot of cities of the world, not only in Mexico
In Chile, there are busses that get you out of the airport to the downtown for a very reasonable price. I don't know if in Mexico is like that in any city. I have only seen airport taxis
In Culiacan, the airport is removed from any other place you can get a taxi, it is not feasible to do that. I wish it was. I hate paying $350.00 for a ride that usually costs $40.00.
In Cancun there is no option to “cross” the street, take the ADO to Cancun it’s less expensive, go directly to the ADO stand and buy there. Unfortunately there is many people with bad intentions. Believe me I worked at the airport.
I just read about this in the journal and I'm so ashamed because now tourists gonna think that all people here wants to scam them and that's not true. I used to visit my girlfriend in Cancun before I finally moved here, everytime I saw tourists waiting for a taxi outside the bus station (ADO) I used to tell them not to take those taxis and to give them some advices to not be scammed because unfortunately a lot of people here thinks it's right to take advantage from the tourists. I personally hate that and so many times I've given advices or even work as a sort of tourist guide lol to help them avoid that kind of people and restaurants. If you ever come back (I hope you do :( ) feel free to contact me and ask about anything, same for people who reads this and it's thinking about coming to Cancun, I love this place and I love when people comes and shares the world the beauty from my country so I don't want our reputation to go to waste because of some fvckers who thought It would be great to scam tourists just because they don't know anything about prices or the language. Greetings! :D
Since making this video, we went back to Jalisco, then to a few other states, and now we're back in Quintana Roo. We definitely didn't want to make it seem like everybody will be trying to scam you if you visit because we still had some great experiences there (which we showed in other videos before we made this one.) We're currently in Puerto Morelos, so we'd love to have some cool experiences nearby.
@@TangerineTravels I'm sure you guys didn't want to make it sound like that but yeah, I know that kind of people and unfortunately there are a lot like them here, but you just gotta be careful and avoid trying to deal directly with them (I trully recommmend a tourist guide). Hope the journey was cool :D and if you're in Puerto Morelos there are a lot of fun things nearby. Idk if you can see my email by checking my profile, but I guess I'm gonna message you guys on your Facebook page to get in touch and give you some recommendations and maybe get you some real prices before you go to those places :D so no one else could trick you.
Fernando Rosas hey fernando i am coming to cancun from new york this weekend, can you be our tour guide? 😎
hi Fernando, I'm going to Puerto Vallarta in may and would love some more traveling tip's. I'm not sure if you've been there or if their taxi service is bad but any advice on it would be very helpful.
aiyana rowe Puerto Vallarta has UBERS they where all really cool and nice to talk to ! I went there for the first time from NYC , its really safe considering alot of retired americans living there
The only way I’ll hang out in Quintana Roo is with my family members who are from Mexico. You two are brave to have stood up for yourselves! Sometimes they don’t play nice, especially in Cozumel.
Thanks for the information 👍.
I don't know I have just been to Cancun and I been asked by like two guys if I want a taxi and I said no and that was it. Then I bought a 94 pesos ADO ticket which is like 5 dolars (the prices were displayed there, there is also an app) from the very nice ado desk lady and that was it. They leave every 30 min from each terminal and it takes like 25 minutes. You can take r-1 or r-2 from the main boulevard to hotel zone. In the hotel zone you get offered tours, massages and taxis all the time but you just ignore it or refuse, nobody asked a second time.
Please read this:
I agree with the most of it, I just want to clear out two points so you can see the other side and draw your own conclusions:
I'm mexican and I have waitered in Cancun, and restaurants do charge for using avocado instead of the guacamole they have already contemplated for the day, small food businesses don't charge you because you are dealing directly with the owner, but tourist zone restaurants are afraid of employees stealing avocados (which are expensive here) by saying they were used as "extras"; the reason you had to argue to get it removed is because only the manager on duty can authorize the exception.
Regarding tipping at restaurants in Cancun and Riviera Maya, just like you said, it's not Morelia, in Cancun there's something called "tira" (pronounced "tee-rah"), waiters are obliged to share usually 7 to 12% of their shift's grand total (not from tips, the actual total sold money) with the kitchen, the hostess, their supervisor, manager, etc. That's how tipping less than 10% hurts their pocket, as a mexican I always tip 15% unless I received bad service, if you have noticed a waiter trying to sneak stuff into the check on purpose then I agree with no tip and contest, but when I waitered I did my best and received lots of compliments from my clients, and still sometimes I had to pay out of my pocket instead of bringing tips home because of people tipping less than 10% (ask any random waiter at a Riviera Maya tourist zone restaurant: "how much "tee-rah" do you pay?" and they'll respond with a %, that's how much tip they don't keep, no bull), note: this "tee-rah" thing usually does not apply within hotels, only at restaurants and bars.
Thank you very much for informing tourists about the bad behaviors you mentioned, for us who try to make you feel home at Mexico it's insulting to see how some people give bad reputation to our country with these kinds of actions.
Hey Alex, thanks for providing another valuable perspective! We had heard of waiters having to split tips with other staff at fancier restaurants, so higher percentages are more common at those kinds of places around Mexico. Do you know if the wait staff in Cancun typically pays tira at lower-end restaurants as well, (like a cheap taco joint, for example)?
Tangerine Travels usually they split them in this side of the country, but there are places that don't (few) the waiters don't feel offended when you ask I do it all the time and they appreciate it
DUDE, interesting. That kinda explains it then.
Great response! Kudos! 😁
I'm Mexican living in the USA and I love here. There can be scammers anywhere. We have them here in the USA too! :)
I'm not saying that in Mexico we don't have bad apples, we do have them and a lot of them! But, be fare and honest on what you post on You Tube. Do your research. You guys may have learned a lot about our culture in the short time you have lived in Mexico. But, I don't think you have learned enough,... :)
I would like to point out that here in the USA people drink water from the faucets, and it's OK. That's something we don't do in Mexico. I grew up in Guerrero state and lived for many years in Mexico, City. Every city or town is different, but in general we don't do that because the water is not treated as it is in the USA..... I never drenk water from faucet where I grew up and neither in the capital. I did drenk many times from streams when hiking in the mountains, and I never got sick. Lol
I rarely drink water from the faucet here in the USA, because I'm not used to and I'm always thinking that is not drinkable. But my husband is always, "it's okay!"
So, if you order tap water in a restaurant, it will be free but you take a risk,...
That is correct! 💕
I worked in restaurants when living in Mexico. Usually that's how it works in Mexico. Waiters and waitresses have to split tips with people that clean the tables and dishwashers as weel. That's something in the USA don't do.
Great information! Thank you.
Thanks guys !
While vacationing in Cozumel last year, I was asked to give tips for the most ridiculous things. We rented a jet ski and the salesman asked me for a tip. I bought a souvenir and was asked by the cashier for a tip.... my cab driver also told me that most Americans tip him between $150-200.... I tip well, but not that well.
I’m from Tampa Florida and travel to PDC and Cancun often. As a single female travel I know that the receipt in an issue for the taxi driver as without it, he does NOT get paid. Discuss the tip up front for taxis long distance especially in Tourist zones. These guys don’t get paid much of what you are actually Paying for the ride. As for the ADO bus, think of those guys working on commission, we have the same people selling tickets in the states at ball games or Disney. You should do you due diligence and look on line for the correct price if you’re concerned.
Great point!
I have never paid a taxi driver up front in Mexico
@@stevej5276 You should never pay anybody up front in Mexico for anything.
I'm from there. You should be buying tickets from people. Right at the ADO you will be able to purchase your ticket without any scams. There is a website where you can obtain the cost of your ticket from to location. www.ado.com.mx/#/
I know people don't make a lot of money but who ever is traveling to Mexico is not rich. We are like any other person. We work hard and we deserve our vacation. We should pay the fair cost.
I am Mexican and something that you need to know is that TIPS are given just in special occasions, at the Restaurants 10% is Ok, to the Bell Boy at the Hotel and that's it. We do not give tips to a taxi driver, we already pay for the travel.
Thank you for this!
THANKS A LOT GUYS .
Great video. Your helping LOTS of people w/this.
Been there many times never been scammed you just have to learn to say no
let me guess, you are one of those young woman who travels alone without male companion right?
@@gwolf1096 how is it that this matter? 🤦♀️
Denise he had his little heart broken by one and is still pinning for her....🥺🥺🥺
@@gwolf1096 let me guess: you are an angry abuser of women..what are you going on about? we don't need male companions to travel in Mexico and we don't owe men anything..it's a choice not a requirement.
exactly, I wouldve jaust told the taxi driver to fuck off lol what is he thinking
Good to know! Thanks guys.
I am in Playa Del Carmen now and have not run into these problems. However, because of your video i knew to look fir them which is great! Thank you for the information!
Glad to hear it. Have fun!
You guys are the greatest. Scams are going on everywhere, and if not for sweethearts like you, everyone is going to get robbed. Thanks sooo much.. Happy trails!
I had the experience of seeing my check much higher than the listed price in the Menu in Fisherman wharf, Monterey ,CA. I asked the waiter why the check is showing a different amount than the menu. He apologized and gave me a check with a lower amount. I bet most restaurants do this in touristy place and most ppl don't bother to check.
WOW! Reading some of the rude comments here, you can tell that many of these "angry-rude" people lack education and are probably very envious of you two. THANK YOU for your wonderful video. Things happen when you travel to other countries no matter WHERE you go in the world. But learning from others how to avoid tourist-traps or scams from people who have had to put up with them is precious! WONDERFUL video, thank you!
I went to Tulum, a week ago. And til this day, I tell my friends and family that I feel I spend more on taxi then I did on anything else. I wish I knew about this channel before I went on my trip. Don't get me wrong, Tulum is a beautiful place and I dont want anyone to miss out on visiting it but please before careful on the taxi prices.
YOU need to put these companies and restaurants on BLAST so the rest of us can a void them!!!
Flyin Grandpa yup most of these people doing scams are not from the region I would just go outside the tourist traps . If they are not Yucatecan or Mayan. Be careful.😉
Just check any listing of every restaurant in Mexico.
... in which case you are left with no alternatives. Welcome to Banana Republic! (Oh, and we have no bananas today).
@@giorgiomiami7447 Really?
@@giorgiomiami7447 to expose someone
Thanks guys... Very informative and go to know when traveling to those areas of Mexico.
If you are coming to Cancun or any place in Rivera Maya dont use any taxis, take buses or use Uber!
I have been 4 times in cancun, tulum,Playa Mujeres and many more places . We ha e never have these issues.
Is not alway good to travel with out reservation, that's is how they take advantage of you.
I don't want to sound rude but you get what you pay for.
Also is unsafe, Im fluent in Spanish I dot take the ADEO or any taxi I think is un safe and you are at risk of scams.
Safe travels everyone.
It doesn't only happen in Mexico Scams happen everywhere
@@aznarul There is no Uber in Q.Roo.
Very good advice 🤙 thanks...👾
You are so right. The first one with the lady with the price map I would question her ID. I would always have a hotel pick us up eat in the hotel and only eat the food places on the street vendors. Restaurants are notorious for messing with us foreigners. Thank u so much for taking time to tell us the ins and outs!!
i'm so glad my girlfriend knows these areas and has been here on and off since 1987, we didn't get scammed having a wonderful time here in Belize and Mexico.
Dennis Desjarlais
I wanna go to Belize. What’s it like in August