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Be Aware Of Fake Taxi Scams In Paris

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  When you arrive in Paris, there are chances that you are gonna feel a mix of excitement, overwhelmed, and probably really tired, and you’ll have only one thing in mind: “I want to reach my hotel as soon as possible.” And that’s when you make a mistake. You may be approached by someone saying, “Do you need a taxi?” This may sound very tempting at that time, but it's a scam. If you’re gonna take it, you are going to get scammed. So, in this guide, we’re going to tell you 10 things you need to know about the taxi scams in Paris. At the end, we're going to tell you where and how to report it, and we're also going to give you a few phrases in French that may be helpful. How to spot fake taxis? Fake taxis are everywhere at the CDG airport, and they are really easy to spot. The only way fake taxis can operate is by offering their services before you get to the official taxi stand at Charles de Gaulle Airport. They often stand right by the official taxi stand near the railway sta...