Hey there, traveler! Welcome to FauxFun City Scams, where we spill the tea on tourist traps and serve up travel hacks with a side of sass. We’re not here to bore you with fluffy travel guides—we’re all about exposing the fakes, the hustles, and the downright ridiculous scams that can turn your dream vacay into a wallet-draining nightmare. From Paris pickpockets to Rome’s shady “gladiators,” we’ve got the lowdown to keep you laughing and one step ahead of the con artists.
So, what’s the deal with FauxFun? Our name says it all: “Faux” for the fake nonsense you’ll run into, and “Fun” for the good times you deserve. We started this gig because, let’s be real, who hasn’t been suckered by an overpriced souvenir or a “free” tour that wasn’t? We’re based in Denver, CO (shoutout to 3000 E 1st Ave!), but our mission’s global—helping you navigate the world without falling for the oldest tricks in the book. Whether it’s dodging fake monks in Tokyo or haggling for a gondola ride in Venice, we’re your anti-scam BFF.

Our team’s a mix of travel junkies, scam survivors, and joke-crackin’ writers who’ve been there, done that, and got the (overpriced) t-shirt. We’ve been hustled in more cities than we can count, and now we’re turning those facepalm moments into advice you can actually use. Like, did you know you can get fined €500 for eating a sandwich on Florence’s streets? Or that “VIP” museum tickets in NYC are often just a scam to charge you double? Yeah, we’ve got the deets to save your cash and your sanity.
What sets us apart? We don’t just warn you—we make it fun. Our “What Kind of Tourist Are You?” quiz’ll tell you if you’re a trusting newbie or a scam-spotting pro. Plus, we’re building tools like our homepage flight search widget to help you score legit deals without the runaround. No corporate fluff here, just real talk, a sprinkle of sarcasm, and tips that work. Wanna know how to book a safe Airbnb or avoid fake flamenco shows in Barcelona? We gotchu.
So stick with FauxFun City Scams for the good stuff: hilarious stories, practical hacks, and a community (join Brock’s Scam-Bustin’ Crew!) that’s all about traveling smarter. Got a scam story? Hit us up at +1 303-325-8647 or slide into our inbox. Let’s keep the fun real and the fakes far, far away!