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Avoiding Bribes While Traveling

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Bribes are a part of daily life in the developing world.  American tourists are aghast at the idea of paying off a corrupt cop, but few realize that paying a small bribe will generally be the least expensive way to deal with the police and judicial system in a foreign country.

 

Here are some good tips to remember.  Following these guidelines may reduce the chance that you will be targeted in a bribery scheme.

 

Option Gray: Avoiding Bribes While Traveling

 

Thoughts on Kidnapping

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Recoil Offgrid has some good long form content on kidnappings in foreign countries.  You’ll want to check out both articles.

What If You Escaped from a Kidnapping?

 

What If Someone You Knew Was Kidnapped for Ransom?

 

 

Political Turmoil

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A long form article that contains good information.  With that said, it might be a little much for the casual traveler.

 

What If You’re Stuck in a Country Consumed by Political Turmoil