Cruising is one of the easiest and most enjoyable ways to travel… but the moment you step off the ship, you suddenly become a prime target for people looking to make a quick buck. I’ve seen a lot of these tricks firsthand, and I’ve heard even more stories from fellow cruisers who learned lessons the hard way. To help you stay safe (and keep that vacation money where it belongs), here are some of the most common tourist scams you might run into at ports, online, or even before