Radiation is a scary thing. You can't see it, you can't taste it, you can't feel it, but we all know exposure can cause cancer. So how much danger do we face from Fukushima?
What the Experts Say About Radiation Levels in JapanNo, and we don't claim to be, but we can read, and we read what the experts and official agencies are saying. 
The United Nations body which is the world authority on understanding the health effects of radiation is the UNSCEAR - UN Scientific Committee on the Effects of Atomic Radiation. 
On April 2, 2014 it published a report into the Fukushima disaster and said:
"The doses to the general public, both those incurred during the first year and estimated for their lifetimes, are generally low or very low. No discernible increased incidence of radiation-related health effects are expected among exposed members of the public or their descendants."
The study noted they DID find more cancers in their screening of residents, but said that was due to the high-level of screening they conducted.
"Increased rates of detection of [thyroid] nodules, cysts and cancers have been observed during the first round of screening; however, these are to be expected in view of the high detection efficiency [using modern high-efficiency ultrasonography]. Data from similar screening protocols in areas not affected by the accident imply that the apparent increased rates of detection among children in Fukushima Prefecture are unrelated to radiation exposure."
But Isn't Any Radiation Dangerous?Well, maybe. That's certainly been the established position of health authorities since WWII, and the basis on which we produced our video.
But now there's growing evidence and argument from experts in radiology that long-term exposure to low-levels of radiation may actually be beneficial to your health.
Which would explain why the residents of Ramsar in Iran, with a background radiation level of an astounding 250 mSv per year, have lower cancer rates than the world average.



How Dangerous is the Radiation in Japan?Radiation is a scary thing. You can't see it, you can't taste it, you can't feel it, but we all know exposure can cause cancer. So how much danger do we face from the crisis at Japan's Fukushima Daiichi nuclear power plant?
The Japanese government on April 12 2011 made a somewhat confusing statement regarding the plant; they said the situation was coming under control and there was very little risk of a catastrophic meltdown with large release of radioactive material, but they lifted the crisis rating for the accident to 7 - the highest level and equal to Chernoby l-  and widened the exclusion zone around the plant because of fears of long-term health effects.
They said they expected the radiation in the current 20 km exclusion zone will reach the equivalent of 20 millisieverts a year, but this may extend to some areas as far as 30 km or more from the plant, depending on wind and water run-off.
How Dangerous is 20 mSv a Year?We're all exposed to background radiation of an average 2.5 millisieverts a year. 
This varies from place to place, and in one of the most naturally radioactive places on earth, Ramsar in Iran, the radioactive isotopes dissolved in the local hot springs raise the background level to 250 mSv a year (strangely, the residents are NOT all cancer-riddled!).
As this table (below) from the World Nuclear Association (it's an international organisation that promotes nuclear power) indicates, 20 mSv a year is the current annual safe limit for nuclear workers. 
The WNA says you have to reach exposure levels of 100 mSv a year (others say it's 50 mSv) before there's any evident increase in cancer.
So you'd have to spend a whole year within 20 kms of the Fukushima Daiichi plant to be exposed to the whole 20 mSv of radiation.
How Far Away From Fukushima is Safe?Time & distance is important in calculating the risk from radiation. The risk to your health increases the longer you are exposed, and the closer you are to the source.
Obviously if you're standing at the base of the broken reactor, without protection, you don't have very long before you start feeling ill. Stay in an affected area for less time, or get further away and the risk to your health drops rapidly.
Is Beijing a safe distance, or Honolulu, or London? Let's try somewhere a little closer to the action to see what affect you can expect - Tokyo.
On March 15th 2011 as uncontrolled releases of radiation emitted from the stricken nuclear plant, and levels of 400 mSv an hour were being recorded at the reactor buildings, 240 km away in Tokyo there was panic as media reported levels of radiation 22 times higher than normal.
But what's normal for Tokyo? It's about 0.126 mSv, which means on that day, for  a few hours, the background level of radiation was 2.5 mSv, equivalent to about half the dose you get from an abdominal x-ray. 
And that was on the worst day of the crisis. Those levels were back close to normal by the next day, and remain pretty much so.
A month after the near meltdown a reading taken in Roppongi (Tokyo) on April 4th  2011 by the Japanese English language newspaper Metropolis, showed 0.176 mSv, marginally higher than the 'normal' of 0.126 mSv, and that was with the wind blowing from the north where the crippled reactors are.
Put some distance into the equation (remember radiation effects fall off with distance), and while increased levels of radiation may be detected in Canada, west coast USA and Europe, the experts insist they will be so small as to be insignificant with no effect on human health.
How Much Radioactive Water From Fukushima Was Released into the Ocean?In 2013, two years after the meltdown, it was estimated that seawater containing 20 trillion becquerels of radioactive material had been released into the Pacific ocean. That includes the initial release of very radioactive water. Now it's 2015, so let's just double that figure, and say 40 trillion becquerels.
Some scientists argue this is literally a drop in the ocean because the Pacific contains, naturally, the equivalent of 8,125,370,000 trillion becquerels of radioactive material.
Food and Radiation From Fukushima in JapanThis is a major point - strict food safety guidelines prohibit the sale of potentially contaminated foodstuffs. Produce is regularly and thoroughly tested. You can get results of weekly tests published on the website of the Ministry of Health Labour and Welfare.
Still, there are reports of fish being extracted from around Fukushima with high levels of contamination. This Reuters report in January 2014 noted the capture of Black Sea Bream with levels 124 times greater than the threshold for safe human consumption. 
It's worth noting though, Black Sea Bream are currently restricted from being fished for human consumption - so no-one would eat one anyway.
Is it Safe to go to Japan?We're not recommending a sightseeing trip to the gates of the Fukushima Daiichi plant, in fact you should heed the advice from the American, British and Australian governments and stay at least 20km from the place, but don't put off your travel plans. Pack your suitcases and get out there, a (no more dangerous than usual) world awaits you.
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Taxi ScamsA good place to start your preparation for India's scams is with taxis because almost everyone will catch one at some point in their stay.

You are almost guaranteed that if you take a taxi or rickshaw from an airport or train station to your hotel, you will be told some silly reason why it can't be done. You will be told there are Hindu riots there, or that the hotel has burned down, or is closed or full. Of course the driver will offer to take you to another somewhere where he can get a kickback.

Taxi drivers, and others will also attempt to charge you more on arrival at your destination. You must be sure to agree on all fares and payments for services clearly in advance; some people go as far as to write them on paper and carry a small notebook with them for that very purpose. In the era of the mobile phone some people even record what has been quoted to them ready to play it back should there be a dispute! 

Being told that you can pay "as you like" is a sure warning sign.

Recommend take a Ola or Uber taxi.



Scam ArtistsWhen you're out and about you'll find scam artists waiting for you. For example a "poor student" will take you sightseeing for hours in exchange for school books. Unfortunately for you when you come to buy their books you will find they are tremendously overpriced and sold from a bookstore the "student" is affiliated with.

And while we're talking about money, always check your change because almost everyone will try and shortchange you.

Beware of fake "Train Captains. It is common to pay to upgrade your train ticket whilst on board, but beware - uniformed train captains will come to check your ticket and offer to accept money in exchange for an upgrade. Make sure you know the going rate, otherwise you could pay the wrong person.

Also remember the real train captain has a seating chart. He has a stack of papers in his hand to check which seats are empty and which are taken. He will also have a badge with his name and number. And finally the real Train Captain checks everyone's ticket, not just the tourists.



Be particularly wary of frauds at tourist attractions such as the temples of Kanchipuram, where scammers prey on those unfamiliar with local and religious customs. If a priest or guide offers to treat you to a religious ceremony, find out what it will cost you first, and do not allow yourself to be pressured into making "donations" of thousands of rupees - simply walk away if you feel uncomfortable. 

Another popular scam in Delhi is to throw garbage or faeces on your shoes while you're not looking, and then graciously offers to clean your shoes for a small fee.

Another scam being reported is the "milk for baby scam". You may be approached by a young child who will be holding a baby. They will tell you they are not begging but please could you buy some milk for their baby sister? They will then conveniently show you where to buy the milk, which, of course, will be available at a vastly inflated sum.

In any case giving money to beggars of any kind in public is not safe as it will result in a stampede of beggars from all directions.

Another popular scam in the gemstone region of Jaipur and Agra could get you in even more financial strife. Tourists have reported being approached by a "gem dealer" who convinces them to buy some gemstones from him and transport them back home under their duty free allowance. When they arrive in their home country they are told one of the dealer's partners will buy them back for much more money than they originally paid. Of course the details that you'll be given about the "partner" are fictitious and you'll be stuck with a lot of worthless gems when you get home. 

Sometimes you won't be asked to buy the gems, but instead to provide a financial guarantee of your credit card number and signature. No prizes for guessing what happens then.

In any case, while this is not an exhaustive guide to India's scams it should help to open your eyes to just how many people are out to get your money in India through dishonest means. 

The important thing to remember is to simply always on your guard and if something feels wrong, say so. And the golden rule? Don't be afraid to just walk away. As with everything else in life if a deal seems to good to be true there's a reason. It is.
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Malaria
​Costa Rica is a tropical country and there is a risk of malaria in certain areas. Travelers should speak with their travel health professional about where, exactly, they will be traveling and their personal risk.
Malaria is a mosquito-borne illness and spread through the bite of an infected mosquito. Obviously, limiting exposure to biting mosquitoes is critical in preventing malaria.
The malaria risk areas in Costa Rica generally include Alajuela, Limón, Guanacaste, and Heredia provinces. There is no risk in Limón city (Puerto Limón). This information can change depending on season, rainfall and the unpredictable nature of mosquitoes.
The advised medication for malaria prevention in Costa Rica is chloroquine.
Dengue Fever
Dengue fever is a viral illness spread by the bites of mosquitoes. Typical symptoms are similar to a flu-like illness, often accompanied with a rash. There is no effective vaccine against dengue. A traveler can take steps to prevent dengue fever by avoiding mosquito bites. Read more about Dengue Fever.
Chagas Disease
Chagas disease (American trypanosomiasis) is another insect-borne illness transmitted by the Reduviid bug. In Central America the insect is also known as a “chinche“ bug, although other local nicknames may be commonly used. Primarily an infection associated with rural locations, these insects like to live in poorly constructed houses. Travelers may be at risk should they be visiting these locations and especially if sleeping in these types of “un-improved“ houses.
Victims usually acquire the infection through the bug biting the skin and then defecating while feeding. The person then swats at the bug that is biting them, grinding the insect feces into the freshly made bite-wound. (ewww!)
Most infections are mild and feature fatigue, lymph node swelling and fevers, although 20-30% can have further complications later in life. This infection is diagnosed with a blood test and treated with a special type of antibiotic.
Leptospirosis
Leptospirosis is a microscopic spirochete that affects travelers who come into contact with infected fresh water. Travelers who participate in outdoor sports such as whitewater rafting, kayaking, lake/river swimmers, hikers and bikers who venture off-road are considered at risk.
This organism penetrates skin and often gets some help when infected water is splashed onto skinned or scraped surfaces such as knees or elbows. Adventurous travelers can acquire this from water sources even as small as a puddle because it is spread through infected animal urine. Basically, anywhere an animal may urinate that has water nearby can be risky.
Symptoms of leptospirosis can vary widely, based on over 100 different types of infectious organisms. Common symptoms include muscle aches (especially of the legs), a yellowing of the skin, fever and reddening of the eyes.
Travelers at especially high risk can speak with their travel doc about taking a weekly dose of the antibiotic doxycycline to prevent illness. Doxycycline can promote sunburns and sun sensitivity and may also cause vaginal yeast infections (thrush) in women.
Yellow Fever
So, you've read this far, and now you're thingking - 'What? There's even more to beware of?' Well, here's a small bit of good news! There is no yellow fever risk in Costa Rica. Travelers coming in from other countries with yellow fever will be required to show prior immunization.

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Travellers will see legal brothels, massage parlours and prostitutes in many of the downtown areas such as the Puerto Plata province and Santo Domingo.
The Dominican Republic also ranks fourth highest in the world among countries exporting large numbers of sex workers.

• Poverty and prostitution in the Dominican Republic
• Tender traps in the Dominican Republic
• Hassling and haggling in the Dominican Republic

Poverty and prostitution in the Dominican RepublicThe issue can be explained by the country's high poverty rate, a quarter of the population lives in below the bread line, which makes many women turn to sex work to put food on the table.
If traveling to the country around the Christmas holidays, you'll probably see a large number of girls working to make money to buy gifts. Male prostitutes are also common and contribute to the country's high rate of HIV and AIDS infection.
The south coast's Boca Chica and the north coast's Sosua are the two big areas for prostitution. These locations typically look like your average tourist locales during the day. At night, the prostitutes are easy to find, with many sex workers mixing into bars and clubs and appearing like everyday Dominican women. Many are looking precisely for relatively well-off travellers.
Tender traps in the Dominican RepublicMales are also able to go to strip clubs and pay an 'exit fee' to the establishment to take a prostitute back to their hotels or resorts. But watch out, it's not uncommon for girls to rob their clients. Others may pickpocket men on the street.
Some of the sex workers start up long-distance relationships after the tourists return home. Of course, the women are trying to get these men to send them money and most likely have a stable of similar suitors wiring them cash from various locations while they continue working the streets of the D.R.
Hassling and haggling in the Dominican RepublicRegardless of your opinions on the practice of prostitution, if you're a man out without a woman, you'll get harassed to buy the services of a lady in certain parts of town.
If you're a woman, be prepared to see hustlers haggling and prostitutes persuading. Many travellers do, in fact, go to the D.R. to enjoy paid sex, so many prostitutes and hustlers figure any tourist can be easily convinced to do the same. A male traveler said he traveled solo to the D.R. in his mid-20s and didn't feel completely out of harm's way. He was harassed constantly at night by hustlers and prostitutes who went so far as to grope him to entice him to seek their services.
If approached by a prostitute, saying "No" firmly and walking away may suffice.
Anyone who does decide to seek out this side of the country should know the age of consent is 18, and those found to have sex with minors can face punishment in the D.R. and their home country.
Travellers posting in Lonely Planet forums said females, particularly those traveling alone, should expect Dominican men to be aggressive in their pick-up approach. One poster recommended acting tough and being firm in your "No" response. Women should be prepared for this type of behaviour especially in local bars and nightclubs outside the resort areas.

Dubai UAE Dress code for Traveler

In June 2012, two Emirati women began a twitter campaign calling on foreign visitors to respect their culture and adhere to an existing dress code.
Hannan Al Rayyes and Asma Al Muheiri launched their UAE Dress Code page on Twitter because they were "tired of seeing tourists in beachwear or revealing outfits in shopping malls".
Too many girls in the malls were "wearing shorts so short they looked like hot pants", Ms Al Rayyes said.
Their first followers tweeted last week about their "disgust" at seeing foreigners dressed inappropriately.
"We don't want people to start wearing the abaya or anything. We're just asking them to cover up parts of the body that are sensitive to our culture," she said.
There are already laws setting out the dress code, and signs at the entrances to malls – but Emiratis believe those laws are not being enforced.
According to the UAE‘s The National, Lt Col Mohammed Rashid Al Muhairi, from Dubai Police's Tourist Security Department (TSD), said it was important that the millions of visitors who come to the UAE each year understand local laws and culture.
"We have to take into consideration that there are a lot of nationalities coming here, which means we have to be flexible".
He said it was police policy to only approach those whose outfits "border on nudity".
Emirati politicians are now considering a new law to enforce the dress code for foreigners.
Meanwhile on Twitter, UAE Dress Code now has over 2000 followers. Many of them saying foreign visitors need to "respect our culture".

So What's Acceptable Dress in Dubai?For women it means covering the shoulders and the knees (and everything in between). Spaghetti straps will raise eyebrows.
You don‘t have to hide your figure, as you do in Iran or Saudi Arabia, but tight-fitting clothing is a no-no.
There‘s no law requiring you to cover your hair with a scarf (unless you‘re entering a mosque).
Men should be wary of shorts, knee-length is considered modestly acceptable.
T-shirts with strappy shoulders or very low V-necks will get you some attention you don‘t need (there goes your wardrobe of Bintang singlets from Bali!).
Don‘t wear women‘s clothing (visibly) – that‘s sure to get you arrested.
Both genders should keep sports clothes on the sports field, including cycling shorts (name me a culture where cycling shorts are NOT considered offensive!)



What if My Dress Offends in Dubai?A Janet Jackson-style wardrobe malfunction will see you explaining yourself to police.
If what you‘ve chosen to wear doesn‘t quite meet the dress code, expect to have an Emirati woman come up to you and tell you so. Don‘t argue with her, apologise and either cover up straight away or promise to go and cover up as soon as possible. If you argue the police will come. You may not be arrested for arguing (except if you swear), but you could be charged with "offending public decency", and the word of the Emirati woman will trump you every time.


The Bikini IncidentIn 2010, a British woman was arrested after she argued with an Arabic woman who‘d accosted her about her bare shoulders. The British woman‘s response was to strip down to her bikini, right there in the shopping mall. She spent 3 days as a ‘guest‘ of Dubai police before she got a dressing-down (pun intended) from a judge and the charges were dropped (also pun intended).
Again, in Sharjah and Ajman breaking the code will be dealt with more seriously.

Opinion -

To those whining about the 'dress code': it should be fairly obvious that the rules are extremely generous and designed to be very accommodating. For example the signs say cover your shoulders - and the picture clearly shows no problem with the upper arm being uncovered. also head coverings are not required. From an Islamic perspective this level of dress completely goes against the dress code and culture of the middle east. Yet, the Emiratis tolerate it.

Also alcohol. Against the law for Muslims to drink and Emiratis themselves can be lashed for this. Yet non-Muslims are allowed. 

This allowance is not greed, it is a form of tolerance that comes from Shariah law and is unusual to westerners who are used to one law for all.

​I wouldn't visit a place with a strict dress code if I personally don't agree with it. I am undecided if dress codes are ever really necessary and concerned how nudity or the human form is always sexualised. I value freedom of expression including through fashions. If you don't agree with the rules or dress code you should not visit the place. It saddens me that in some cultures body shaming and oppression still exist but I fear it always will, especially where women are still considered as possessions and emotions such as jealousy and fear control behaviour. Judgement of ones sexual life choices should never be based on clothing but that is my opinion. I dream of a time when everyone has freedom of choice and freedom from judgement wherever they are. No matter how hard I think about it I still have no idea why it causes 'offence' to see someone else's body weather it be in clothes or not. I think it only offends because it is breaking a rule and people don't like (feel emotions) when they see someone break a rule. The question for me is why was the rule made in the first place? Was it to do good?? Or just restrict people's choices and control them?
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Angkor Wat will move you with its beauty and spirituality, despite the huge numbers of visitors that can descend on it some days. Still, all those tourists make it a great place for Cambodians to do business.


Angkor Wat tuk-tuk scamsThere will be plenty of tuk-tuk drivers offering to take you the 5kms to the temples in Angkor Archaeological Park and the price will be reasonable or even cheap. Mostly the drivers are friendly and helpful and will wait patiently for as long as it takes you to soak up the splendour of the temples, and be there to take you back to your accommodation.
But once in a while a visitor may come across one of the few drivers who's crossed over to the dark side and is out to scam you. Typically it works like this: you've paid your park entrance fee of about $20 and you're committed to going. The tuk-tuk fee will suddenly rise. There are reports of $15 fees jumping to $85! These guys strike a hard bargain and you're at their mercy, especially if you've set off early to try to get photographs of sunrise at the temples and you can see the fabulous light disappearing before your eyes. Who knows if you'll ever be back this way - the urge to pay up is almost irresistable.
If you are a really good haggler and get your driver down to a ridiculously low price he may abandon you half-way through the deal because he's negotiated a better deal with another visitor. Has he scammed you out of your measly deposit, or were you a bit too harsh? Try to be fair with the prices you negotiate.
How to avoid arguments:

• Get agreement on the price (maybe even write it down)..
• Organise reliable transport or a guide through your accommodation - they'll know the good ones.
• Ask around other travellers and see if they can recommend a reliable service.

Be prepared to be jostled, hurried and incessantly chatted to as you soak in the trendy yet traditional vibe of Mumbai.
24 hours isn't nearly enough time to explore all the highlights of this intoxicating city, but this whistlestop tour will help you catch the flavour of Mumbai: serene mornings by the sea, alternative cafes, crispy local snacks, the rush of great bargains and memorable nightlife. To make the most of a single day, it’s best to hire a cab and zoom between experiences.
Spend the morning in BandraThe aroma of freshly baked bread starts wafting from the A One Bakery on Hill Rd well before daylight, helping you kick-start the day as early as you want. Get a goody bag of cinnamon rolls and blueberry muffins to accompany you into the narrow lanes of Ranwar, which sprawls behind the bakery and into graffitied Chapel Street.


Street art on Chapel Street in Mumbai's hip Bandra area. Image by Supriya Sehgal / Lonely Planet.
Mornings are the best time to explore. You'll see the area's 200-year history gradually unfolding as you pass balconies hanging from colonial homes and huge Christian crosses. Neck-stretching urban art in psychedelic colours drapes the walls of traditional dwellings in a charmingly incongruous way.
For a tea break, loop back onto the corner of Hill Rd to Yoga House where you can enjoy a mud pot chai on the low floor tables or relax on the outdoor benches. Alternatively, head towards Lilavati Hospital Junction to reach Salt Water Café for a plate loaded with bacon, omelettes, pancakes and more. If you haven’t worked up an appetite yet, walk further along Carter Rd by the sea, manoeuvring past morning joggers to reach the Bagel Shop for breakfast.
Delve into Bombay’s belly in the daytimeA mention of Dharavi usually conjures up the image of Danny Boyle’s Slumdog Millionaire and a colossal jumble of homes and businesses. Some travellers might be intrigued to see one of the largest slums in the world. An alternative is to explore Dharavi's workshops and tanneries - ask a cab to drop you at the Sion Bandra Link road for some leather shopping. Bags, jackets and belts are all produced inside Dharavi's narrow streets and one-roomed workshops. If you are interested to see the process, get in touch with Mr Fayaz Mir of High Design . This is also a way to experience the inside of the slums with a reliable guide.
Your late-morning snack should be none other than the quintessential vada pao at Dadar. Squirm through flailing arms at the shop outside Kirti College for a gigantic bun with potato cutlet filling. Vada pao is an essential rite of passage in Mumbai - but be warned, the topping here is extremely spicy.


Fiery vada pao are made fresh while you wait, at Dadar. Image by Supriya Sehgal / Lonely Planet.
Next on the list is the Washermen’s Colony along the Mahalakshmi train station. Ask the cab to drop you at the station and follow the swell of people taking a narrow staircase down the adjoining flyover. On your left is a world of white sheets, crispy dry shirts and the harsh smell of detergent. Saunter inside to see the voracity with which the clothes are thrashed on the washing stones, dried, packed and chartered off to hotels, hostels and others. You might spot your own hotel bedclothes right here. If you are hovering about in the area at about 11am, you may catch a glimpse of the famous ‘dabbawalas’ - the fleet of lunchbox men who deliver food to thousands of office workers in an astonishingly precise system of colour-coded boxes.
Next, make a stop at the white marble Haji Ali Shrine. Venture through the passage to the left of the monumental Haji Ali Juice Centre, along rows of shops selling offerings (incense, a spread and flowers), and past fattened goats and beggars. Inside, women and men part to enter the shrine separately and are blessed by a stack of peacock feathers. High-tide days are special: the walkway gets completely submerged and the shrine looks like it’s floating mid-water.
Whet your bargaining skills (and keep your wallet safely tucked away) in the streets of Chor Bazaar (Thief’s Market) and Mutton Bazaar. Bargain-hunters arrive in droves to sift through old Bollywood posters, rusty sewing machines, spare vehicle parts, and even period furniture. Prices are reasonable, but bargain unapologetically. Stolen goods are thought to circulate early on Friday mornings from 4.30am, but the usual market opens from 10.30am and 7.30pm every day. Worthwhile stops include Oriental Arts and Crafts  for antiques and A 1 Corner  for Bollywood collectibles.


Bric-a-brac, antiques and collectibles for the right price (haggling included) at Chor Bazaar. Image by Supriya Sehgal / Lonely Planet.
Spend an afternoon in the Fort areaPull yourself away from the enticing vintage curios at Chor Bazaar if you want to make it in time for some authentic Parsi and Iranian fare at Britannia (Sprott Road), almost a century old. On your way there, ask the cab to take you around the Azaad Maidan (sports grounds), where you can watch cricket whites get muddy brown as youngsters pursue the common dream of being ‘Sachin’ one day. At Britannia, let the four generations of the Kohinoor family make you feel at home while you sink into the imported Polish furniture. Wash down the sali boti (meat), berry pulao (rice dish), patra ni macchi (steamed fish) and dhansak (curry) with a fizzy pallonjis raspberry drink. Or opt for another atmospheric Parsi joint, Café Ideal.
The Fort area comprises colonial-style buildings that are now converted to office complexes. You can walk from Ideal, stopping at the bookshop Kitab Khana to replenish stock for your travels. Walk further along the Flora Fountain area to reach the Kala Ghoda enclave in time to visit the Jehangir Art Gallery and grab a home-brewed organic coffee at Kala Ghoda Café to put the zing back into your step.
See in evening by the seaZip away by cab to the chic Colaba area, starting at Theobroma Bakery for a bite of the sinful ‘chocolate overload’ brownie. Burn it up as you dodge hectic shoppers along the fashionable Colaba Shopping St. If you need a beer, march onwards to Leopold's Café or Café Mondegar. Being featured heavily in best-selling novel Shantaram isn't the only reason Leo’s is popular with Mumbaikars. This place is resilient – the 1871 cafe showcases bullet marks from a 2008 terrorist attack. At Café Mondegar (Mondy’s), the main hooks are beer towers, chili cheese toast, a jukebox and walls decorated by well-known cartoonist Mario Miranda. If you can tear yourself away, walk down to the Gateway of India, a monument built during the British rule that is now synonymous with Mumbai’s identity.

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The Philippines is an absolutely beautiful country, it's filled with natural wonders, adventure and cultural discovery.
​But as with most travel destinations, it’s not without risk of danger and the occasional crime. As long as you pay attention to your surroundings, avoid dangerous areas and take appropriate safety precautions, you’ll decrease the likelihood of becoming a victim and be able to enjoy this beautiful country safely.

Scam 1. A Familiar FaceOne of the more popular cons involves someone approaching a tourist and claiming to recognize them, often under the guise that they work at the hotel they’re staying at. Coincidentally when they “bump into” them, it’ll just happen to be their day off. They’ll offer to show the foreigner around and give them a free tour. Don’t fall for it - unless, of course, you’d like to be robbed. These scams can happen anywhere tourists frequent, but Manila is a hot-spot so be on the look-out.
Scam 2. Taxi DriversSome taxi drivers are dishonest, so be sure to insist that the meter be used to avoid being gouged on the fare. It’s illegal for taxi drivers to solicit at airports, so if you are approached by one there it’s not a legal one. You should also avoid hailing taxis that already have passengers as it increases the potential for crime.
Scam 3. Horse TradingYou may see a lot of horse drawn buggies in the Manila area. They may seem charming, but do so with caution. If you decide to take a ride make sure you first negotiate an agreed on price and be firm. Some visitors have reported the driver stopping halfway into the trip and getting out, turning the job over to their “boss”. At the end of the ride, the new driver then demands up to 10 times the original fare amount.

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