Location,Country, Probability of Tracking, Physical Approach, Principal, Locations
1 Egypt , Very high, High, Pyramid and Bazaar Areas
2 India ,Very high, High, Streets of tourist clusters, temples
3 Morocco, Very high, Medium high, Souks, Medinas
4 Turkey, High, Medium high, Bazaars, tourist beaches
5 Tunisia, High, Medium high, Medinas, beach resorts
6 Mexico, High, Medium high, Beach and pedestrian streets, excursion sales
7 Thailand, High, Medium high, Beaches, tourist streets, market areas
8 Vietnam, High, Medium high, Street networks, markets
9.Indonesia (Bali), Medium high, Medium high, Bali: Beach Resorts, Markets
10 Philippines, Medium high , Medium high, Beaches, markets
11 Greece, Intermediate, Low-Medium, Archipelago destinations, bazaars
12 Italy, Intermediate, Low-Medium, Sightseeing areas, tourist streets
13 Brazil, Intermediate, Low-Medium, Beach towns, markets
14 Colombia, Intermediate, Low-Medium Tourist towns, zona turistica
15 Cancel, Intermediate, Low-Medium, Cusco, Machu Picchu routes
16 Kenya, Intermediate, Low-Medium, Markets, tourist areas
17 Senegal, Intermediate, Low-Medium, Dakar, Medinas
18 Spain, Low-Medium, Low, Most popular tourist cities
19 Portugal, Low, Low, Algarve, Lisbon Centers
20 Argentina, Low, Low, Beach towns, tourist centers
A short comparison and justification
– Egypt, India and Morocco come out on top, because the travelogues and guides’ advice emphasize constant following, intensive presentation of offers and sometimes physical approach in bazaar areas.
– Turkey, Tunisia and Mexico rank near the top: sellers are often loud, there are a lot of people throwing in money, and tour and taxi sales can be stressful.
Destinations in Southeast Asia (Thailand, Vietnam, Indonesia, Philippines) are generally hospitable, but in certain tourist clusters the intensity of sales increases, especially on the waterfront and in transportation services.
– In the listed countries of South and Central America, the pressure is often regional and seasonal; field sales and beach sales can be the most aggressive.
In popular tourist destinations in Europe (Spain, Portugal, Italy, Greece), sales are generally less physically intrusive, but throw-ins and disruptive sales occur especially in crowded tourist areas.
– The differences in less than ten points are often based on how much the sale excludes the customer’s freedom of movement, how long-lasting the harassment is, and how often physical contact or intrusive courtship occurs.
How the assessment is formed (assumptions, not statistics)
– The assessment is based on passenger reports, travel forums and general field experience; experiences vary greatly by city and season.
– Metrics: probability of being followed, physical approach, number of throw-ins, pressure of tour and taxi sales, and density of tourist areas.This is a synthesis of the traveler’s experiences, not a scientific measurement; the experience of an individual traveler may differ significantly from the list.
Practical tips for protecting yourself from a pushy seller
– Use a clear, short “no thank you” in the local language and walk forward without stopping.
– Keep a clear route from the hotel to the attractions and avoid narrow paths where vendors can form a surrounding front.
– Ask for help from the hotel reception or a reliable guide for recommended safe routes and approved service providers.
– Consider light clothing and immediate shopping limits; don’t display large valuables that attract salespeople.
– Keep small local bills and change with you if you want to avoid long negotiations or unpleasant sales discussions.