You guys need to chill out ASAP.
I've been to more third-world countries than any of you
guys and they all have one common denominator.
People wanting to make a fast buck.
Does this make a country shit? NO.
Its just a few individuals.
Secondly, most of the time tourists still have "US-prices"
as their mind-set.
These people know this.
What do they do? They charge tourists what a taxi ride would
cost in the US, which just happens to be 15-20 times more
than local prices.(sometimes even more)
This is almost un-avoidable.
Enjoy the monuments, landscapes, the FOOD(Probably
the best attribute of a country), and other things(beaches,
museums etc.. etc..) The list is endless.
The only thing I don't like about third-world countries is that
the crime rate is VERY HIGH. If you don't know the
"bad" spots you could end up mugged or even dead.
Thats why its better to go with a tour guide.
And remember, most people in thirld-world countries hate
AMERICANS because of your attitude. I've NEVER had ANY
problems anywhere and I've been to REALLY REALLY bad
parts of the world(Bosnia and Albania being some), and
not acting "stuck-up" really does make a difference.
Most americans always get into problems because
of their "prima-donna" attitude.
If you want luxury, go to a resort and be pampered.
If you go to a country such as Egypt be ready to "rough" it.
In the end we're all human beings.
Godspeed
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