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Las Vegas Tourist Traps to Avoid — Long Hauling

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Avoid cab overcharges, fake photographers, mini-fridge fees, and street hustlers in Las Vegas. Learn what common tourist traps to watch for on the Strip.

Las Vegas Tourist Traps to Avoid

2. Long Hauling

A yellow taxi with a lit "TAXI" roof sign and "Meter Rates" decal parked on a city street, with a driver visible behind the

This another common trap that often snares unknowing tourists. Long hauling refers to a scenario where cab drivers take their guests through unnecessarily long routes to increase the meter reading and make more money for a trip that should have cost less. Some measures protect tourists from this, like not admitting that it's your first time in town. You can also track your trip on maps, making it easy to see the route to your destination. 

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