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Brazil is an unforgettable destination, but tourists often walk straight into scams they didn’t even know existed. From inflated taxi fares to fake drivers waiting at airport exits, countless visitors lose money within minutes of landing. And the fraud doesn’t stop there — street-level scams like the infamous shoe-shine trick or unsolicited “help” from strangers catch thousands of first-timers off guard every year.

I know the feeling. On my first trip to Rio, I fell right into the shoe-shine scam along Copacabana — a setup designed to pressure tourists into paying far more than they should. It was a small loss, but it taught me a big lesson about how opportunists identify and exploit tourists within seconds.

That experience inspired today’s full blog, where I break down the most common taxi scams in Brazil, the specific tactics scammers use, and the practical steps every visitor can take to avoid becoming a target.

If you’re planning a trip to Brazil — or advising someone who is — this is essential reading.

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