Certain countries do not seem to list any prices for their goods. The locals apparently know the costs. But this doesn’t help a traveler much as some vendors will intentionally overcharge and expect to engage in haggling or elicit thoughts of caveat emptor.

In the past, while traveling in India, asking how much something cost would entail playing part in an elaborate game. Bantering and bargaining would ensue and a price was met…or not. But either way, frequent negotiations were exhausting.

Of course  seeing what the locals are paying is optimal,  but not always feasible.

Now if I suspect that asking the price will not yield the actual cost, I resist all inquiries,  simply hand over what I assume is appropriate and wait for the change. It is possible that I have legitimately made an underestimation, and the seller will not hesitate to let me know, but the exchange is likely to be fair.

Thank you for taking the time to read my post! Welcome to the tales of a woman solo traveler and thoughts to make today the start of something new. I hope you find information and inspiration in the text and images and join me in my quest for growth, wonderment and self-improvement.