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- What are the best ways to avoid tourist traps

Sure thing! Here are three different ways to avoid those pesky tourist traps:

**Do Your Research**: Before you go anywhere, spend some time looking up local blogs or forums. You'll find hidden gems that the average tourist might miss. Check out social media too—like Instagram or TikTok—to see where the locals hang out.

**Ask Locals for Recommendations**: When you’re exploring, don’t be shy! Chat with locals, whether it’s your hotel staff or someone at a café. They usually know the best spots to eat and visit that aren’t overrun with tourists.