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Tuk-tuks: Beware the tuk-tuks. I...
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  • Written by imho on Sep 2, 2002
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  • Beware the tuk-tuks. I strongly advise travelers not to succumb to the temptation of riding these interesting vehicles, if only to avoid being taken 'for a ride' by unscrupulous drivers intent on taking you to one of those tourist shopping traps en route to your destination.

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    Comments for imho about Bangkok
    Jim_Eliason Thu Aug 1, 2002 01:00 UTC
     great page
    Sharrie Tue Dec 18, 2001 15:30 UTC
     Merry Christmas, Honey!
    chngbw Fri Nov 16, 2001 18:41 UTC
     Cant wait to go shopping there after reading wat u wrote!!
    littlebush Tue Nov 13, 2001 21:47 UTC
     good info!tuk tuks are fun!
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