Ep 6. Amsterdam

In the sixth episode of Scam City season 2, viewers are taken on a journey to Amsterdam, one of the most popular tourist destinations in Europe. The episode delves into the various scams and cons prevalent in the city that tourists often fall victim to.

Throughout the episode, host Conor Woodman interviews local experts to get an in-depth understanding of the scams and tactics used by fraudsters to target unsuspecting tourists. He explores the Red Light District, where pickpockets are prevalent, and tourists are lured into spending money at strip clubs and live sex shows.

One of the most common scams in Amsterdam is the bicycle rental scam, where tourists are duped into renting damaged or stolen bicycles at exorbitant prices. Conor visits a local bicycle rental shop to understand the modus operandi of the scammers and provides valuable tips for tourists to avoid falling victim to this scam.

Another scam that tourists should be aware of is the 'friendly locals' scam, where a local engages in conversation with the tourist and offers to show them around the city. However, the local ends up leading the tourists to overpriced restaurants or bars and expects them to pay for the excessive bill. Conor meets with a local who shares his experience of being scammed in this manner and provides guidance on how to avoid it.

The episode also highlights the sex work and drugs culture of Amsterdam and how tourists are often targeted in these areas. Conor visits a cannabis coffee shop to understand the various strains of marijuana available and how to purchase them legally without getting scammed. Moreover, he visits a legal and regulated brothel to learn more about the sex work industry in Amsterdam and how tourists can avoid being scammed by unscrupulous sex workers.

Additionally, the episode features interviews with victims of scams who share their harrowing experiences of being scammed in Amsterdam. Conor provides guidance on how to identify red flags and provides valuable tips on how to avoid scams and cons in the city.

In conclusion, the Amsterdam episode of Scam City season 2 provides an eye-opening insight into the various scams and cons prevalent in one of the most popular tourist destinations in Europe. The episode is informative and provides valuable tips on how tourists can stay safe and avoid being scammed.