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Real Name: Tom
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Beggars / Aggressive Vendors: Scams abound
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  • Written by Herkbert on Jul 6, 2008
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  • While walking around the Eiffel tower, we were approached by a woman who asked if we spoke english. Since we had been alerted to the scam and had seen her ask someone else before she came towards, my wife answered in Spanish. The woman immediately walked by us to someone else.

    I've heard other people talk of scams and hustlers near the tourist areas. I would just suggest that you keep your guard up and not be afraid to say No and walk on.

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    davequ Tue Jun 2, 2009 22:14 UTC
     I finally remembered to check the Xmas food updates. Glad Lasserre worked out (it's going on my list). Thanks as always for sharing.
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     Thanks for visiting my Italy pages, that was my splash out for MY 50th b-day...that's the way to celebrate !!! You will love the Amalfi Coast...
    Martinewezel Sat Jun 21, 2008 15:14 UTC
     This is a great page! Through your tips one can feel you very like the city. Nice tip about hôtel Brittanica. Even thinking of going there in 2weeks. Thanks for visiting my Paris page too.
    maztek Sun Dec 9, 2007 15:01 UTC
     Hello Tom!...nice information on Paris.......lot of attraction and your briefs are very helpful...specially the hotels
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