Avoid These SCAMS When Traveling to Stockholm, Sweden

Stockholm is the 12th safest city in the world, but that doesn't mean that there aren't things to watch out for. In this video I tell you about scams to avoid when you're visiting the capital of Sweden!
You're not going to find a huge list of scams to watch out for, but that also means that you might be lulled into thinking that everything is safe in Stockholm. You always have to use common sense, keep an eye out for things that look out of place, and keep an eye on your belongings.
In this video I cover the following topics, among others:
- Taxi scams that unfortunately are completely legal in Sweden
- ATM credit card sniffing
- Pickpocketing and what to look out for in bars in general
- Illegal games on the street corners of Old Town (Gamla stan)
- Overpriced shops and restaurants
- The "picture taking" scam
- Scams within the housing market in Stockholm
I also discuss a bit of a sensitive topic, when it comes to the beggars that have become quite prevalent in Sweden lately.
But I also take some time to go through things that are sometimes listed as scams online, that absolutely should not be classified as scams. These include, for example, the Vasa musem, the Arlanda Express train and Gröna lund, a boardwalk amusement park.
Stay safe so you can make sure you enjoy the lovely city of Stockholm!
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[@isaklanden3883]

Another thing you might encounter is at The Central Station (Centralstationen), a man will be very eager to get someone to pay for food for their child, saying they are very poor. They might even grab you if you don't comply and be VERY demanding the second you stop and talk to them. Just walk away if they ever try to talk to you

[@ThreeStarVagabond]

Ouch! I haven't seen that yet - thanks for mentioning it

[@livsnjutaresverige3802]

Yep as a local thats happening all the time

[@_loss_]

Also, if you're purchasing something from a grocery store, someone might come up to you and ask for you to buy him nappies and other expensive baby related items. They'll ask for the receipt, which they'll use to return the item for money.

[@Tyrande1122]

This is true

[@benchokwaiman]

Sounds like Sweden is a third world country

[@pkharper3525]

Thank you for your video’s. My wife and I will be traveling to Stockholm this summer and I have found the information you have presented so valuable. You are one of the best narrator I’ve heard, quite and calm and so informative.

[@ThreeStarVagabond]

Wow, thank you so much 😀And I hope we'll have great weather over here next summer then - Stockholm is absolutely amazing during the summer months, so I think you'll have a blast!

[@dupstepcat4674]

As a swede, please pick Norway instead.

[@pkharper3525]

@@dupstepcat4674 That may be hard for us to visit our good Friends that are Swedish. I am excited to visit with them and see the museums in Stockholm especially the Vasa.

[@livsnjutaresverige3802]

The very island the museum is located on is called djurgården. I highly recommend going for a walk around it during the summer. The view is incredible. You could also leave down town area, some nice spots in the suburbs. Enjoy 😉

[@sharminahmed1291]

A well elaborated and very informative video. Touching all the sensitive keypoints with modest phrasings. Loved it ...from the very beginning till the end!

[@ThreeStarVagabond]

Much appreciated! I do try not to upset people regardless of the topic, if I can help it. At least these days ^_^

[@gato-grande]

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[@sinnamonwife7016]

This was fun! I´d love to see you do more videos about Swedish food and restaurants!

[@ThreeStarVagabond]

Thanks! And oh right! I guess I'll have to look around what kind of special places there are to show off... :D

[@gato-grande]

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[@realhawaii5o]

Tip - from the airport you can take Flybussarna for 99 kr to the central station.

[@Asa...S]

It seems like they have raised it to 129 kr.

[@vikramshankar3144]

This is an underrated channel. So much info which is really helpful to all tourists like me. Thank you !

[@ThreeStarVagabond]

Yay, so happy to hear that! I guess I have a mix of helpful things and things I just find interesting myself - but really glad that you find the channel of use

[@vikramshankar3144]

@@ThreeStarVagabond keep up your good work ! 🥳

[@Roxas13XIII]

Been watching a good chunk of your videos lately and you've given some great information. I'm visiting Sweden for the first time this upcoming June for two weeks for Midsummer. Going to be staying in Stockholm. Unfortunately I will be traveling by myself so these types of videos are helpful.

[@ThreeStarVagabond]

Thank you! And wow, you'll be spending Midsummer here? Make sure you check out the celebrations at Skansen in that case. Many people will be out of town during Midsummer, but I think that there's still plenty to do!

[@Roxas13XIII]

@@ThreeStarVagabond Thanks for the tip! I'll be sure to take a look! Yeah, I was supposed to study abroad at Skövde for my final semester in 2020, but got canceled because of covid. Still wanted to visit and I heard Midsummer is a fantastic time of year for Sweden. I'm really looking forward to it and your videos have been extremely helpful. :)

[@ThreeStarVagabond]

@@Roxas13XIII So happy to hear that! And such a pity about the semester abroad. The only positive thing is that Stockholm is much nicer than Skövde which is a pretty small place so there's that 😀

[@gato-grande]

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[@ashrafahmed3540]

thank you so much , you helped many people to reconsider their trip to Stockholm

[@Vagabond.3105]

That is perfect🎉. You nailed all the points perfectly. I have been living in Stockholm for quite a long time now and all points does make sense. Specially the points where you have mentioned things which are expensive and people call them scam. True and honest perspective i would say.

[@ThreeStarVagabond]

Haha yeah seems like some people agree and some don't - but thank you so much!

[@gato-grande]

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[@Oleksandrovych]

Great safety tips, thank you!

[@ThreeStarVagabond]

Thanks a lot :D

[@peterjanoff]

Good information. Accurate in every aspect you have described. Thumbs up 👍🏽

[@ThreeStarVagabond]

Thank you, appreciate it! :D

[@johkv637]

Sorry, what? Have you ever been to Stockholm? The taxi part is true , the rest is just normal "scams" Tourist shops are expensive and so on.

[@mr.croasant2055]

This channel is so seriously underrated, youre very entertaining and gives good info about sweden and stockholm :)

[@ThreeStarVagabond]

I fully agree, and I wish that more people would realize that :D Thank you so much!

[@V_VIKING_K]

It’s incredible to see you met Anis Don Demina. He has become sort of big within swedish comedy. Great video as well!

[@ThreeStarVagabond]

Thank you! And haha yeah I was really surprised when I saw him and the film crew there. But that was so much fun! They actually forced me to re-take the shoot and ask a more generic question like "what do you like most about Stockholm" :D

[@sageen]

Lol w00t? He is one of the most anoying and fake people out there

[@gato-grande]

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[@ahmadbazli7314]

I love your videos. Keep up the good work

[@ThreeStarVagabond]

Thank you so much :D Really happy to hear that!

[@lxndyn767]

Wow! Thanks for the education, our beloved brother!

[@ThreeStarVagabond]

This comment really made my day now! Cheers!

[@Omeprazolycka]

Best Sweden traveling tip: dont go to Stockholm. Go further up north or why not Gotland? An island that is still part stuck in the medieval ages with lots of history. This becomes most prominent during the annual festival called Medeltidsveckan or Medieval week.

[@ThreeStarVagabond]

Good tips! It takes a long time to travel up north but sleeper trains are available. And Gotland is absolutely gorgeous (in summer at least)!

[@martinfranzen9151]

I agree with pretty much all of that but not "don't go to Stockholm" because there are fun stuff to do in Stockholm. I'm from Nyköping (100km south of Stockholm) and sometimes i take the train with some friends over the day to just go to some bars/resaturants and have a nice time and maybe talk to random people. The price for taking the train to Stockholm and back home is around 300-350 Swedish kronor. Not that much for 200km 😉

[@JohnDoesSports]

Another great tip if you want a nice boat ride for cheap during the summer is to take the commuter boats. Look for boats with the SL logo. You can use normal SL tickets to ride those. I sometimes take them if I'm going to the city center and Djurgården when I'm not in a hurry.

[@ThreeStarVagabond]

That's a great tip! I'm making a note about that, in case I do a follow-up video :D

[@B_c_456]

@@ThreeStarVagabond if u from ukraine everything is free actually. All trains buses all over the country is free aa long as u have a ukrainian passport

[@ThreeStarVagabond]

@@B_c_456 That's really nice! I like that it's prioritizing the local Ukrainians for benefits like that - makes perfect sense that they ones who pay taxes get the benefits.

[@B_c_456]

@@ThreeStarVagabond it is great but they raised the price by 20% so we got hustled anyway

[@ThreeStarVagabond]

@@B_c_456 Oh damn, that sucks. Guess it could be inflation as well though?

[@DailyMyChildhood]

Absolutely amazing ! VIews of the buildings, people on the street, and stores are really attractive .

[@ThreeStarVagabond]

Haha yeah I'm a bit biased but I totally agree :D

[@nigelcrouch4767]

Most of the scams are found in all big cities but I am grateful for the taxi scam information. This will help me a lot when I come in Sept 23

[@ThreeStarVagabond]

That's fair enough! At least there was something new then... I think they're getting better at removing scammy taxis at the airport though - last time I was there it seemed like it was mostly reasonable prices.

[@pawelsto9801]

I had an opportunity to live shortly in Stockholm in 2012 - one of the best experiences I had. Thankfully company I worked for managed the housing but the rent was nearly equal to wage, lol. And I remember those guys plaing this game "find a ball" on a corners, I was wondering why police wouldn't arrest them for fooling people.

[@ThreeStarVagabond]

Too bad about the rent costs! It really is expensive in Stockholm.. But happy that you had a good experience here, despite those scammers. Haven't seen many of them this year so maybe the police managed to do something about them.

[@chulainn32]

Two of the best 'real' bars in Stockholm are in Gamla Stan and of course both are Irish pubs. Wirstroms and the Liffey - both on the same street.

[@ThreeStarVagabond]

I love The Liffey, and I used to visit some indie game meetups at Wirströms. Awesome places, both of them! 😀

[@senyokudzoadeti3817]

great info thanks brother

[@ThreeStarVagabond]

Happy to help!

[@brjnskjaard7287]

I just discovered your channel Cheers for the “amazing “ content!

[@ThreeStarVagabond]

Oh wow, thank you! :D Really appreciate it :D

[@gato-grande]

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[@pakko7416]

Good advice, good vlog!

[@ThreeStarVagabond]

Thank you so much! :D

[@kennyglesga]

I love Gamla Stan, so scenic, a time capsule of old Sweden.

[@squarehead6c1]

Great insight! I think you could, however, dive a bit deeper into the red signals concerning pick-pocketing, which might otherwise catch people off-guard. I am thinking about distractions such as smearing ketchup on the potential victim and "helping" to clean up, or asking for directions while concealing greedy hands with a map or leaflet. Also we have the people who impersonate police officers and who request to check your wallet. That should never happen unless you are already under arrest. Ask them to identify themselves. Preferably in Swedish if you can, as they typically don't speak Swedish and their game is destroyed when they can't respond. That is a general rule wherever you go in the world, I guess, try to act as a local if you can and they will stay away from you.

[@ThreeStarVagabond]

Those are some great additions! Hm.. Maybe it's time for a follow up one of these days. Thanks a lot for pointing out these things!

[@ilichio]

thank you for all your videos. In a couple of months me and my family might relocate to Stockholm and the housing situation is something that really worries me. do you know about any neighborhood in the surroundings that might be more accesible and family friendly?

[@ThreeStarVagabond]

Hmm... Housing can be difficult in town, and it depends if you're looking to rent or buy. But I hear good things about living in Älvsjö for example, and Sollentuna. Skärmarbrink and Blåsut are also popular. Järfälla is also nice, and a bit closer to town you find Sundbyberg and Solna. But all in all, I think most places are nice. Just avoid certain areas like Skärholmen/Vårby/Fittja, and Rinkeby/Tensta, and Husby/Kista. You want to skip Hallonbergen as well I think.

[@ilichio]

@@ThreeStarVagabond thank you so much for your feedback. I'll have those places in mind :)

[@ThreeStarVagabond]

@@percapita1239 That's fair enough! Anywhere in the city is probably pretty loud and could be rowdy on a weekend. Like all over Söder, around St Eriksplan and Odenplan and Fridhemsplan etc. But I think that most people (who want to live in the city) still accept that. I'd say that Stadshagen is pretty central and pretty calm though, aside from Hornsbergs strand itself.

[@gato-grande]

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[@TheTixs]

Jag hjälper dig gärna med manus och video redigering :) bra jobbat !

[@ThreeStarVagabond]

Tack så mycket! Det är bara en hobby tyvärr så jag har inte råd att plocka in någon som kan hjälpa mig med sånt 😊

[@julidiseworldwide]

Thank you for the tips!!! Super helpful! We love SWEDEN!

[@ThreeStarVagabond]

So happy to hear that! :D Glad that I could help just a little bit :D

[@BenjaminStaern]

I’ve been personally to Stockholm many times throughout the past 20 years and never come across with scams, but like most cities in Europe, you should use your common sense. One thing I like to make a shout out, is to watch out for pickpockets at Central Station at all times. In general, it is a safe place to visit compared to Rome.

[@ThreeStarVagabond]

Yep I pretty much agree. About the pickpockets too! Only place I've ever been pickpocketed was close to the central station in Stockholm.

[@BenjaminStaern]

@@ThreeStarVagabond Was even close getting ripped off by the taxis, that can guarantee you getting a sticker shock. Old Town is lovely, but the restaurants is overpriced and doesn’t match up the quality. If you want quality for a good price, go to Stadmissionen at Stortorget for reasonable prices and great food!

[@thegallivanthropologists]

Nice vlog and I love the scam idea and info. The Taxis sound ridiculous in prices even when not scammed. Think the public transit sounds like our type of option. Love your energy and subscribed to support and learn more. We are planning our Baltic trip right now and as a Spanish shipwreck museum curator, I hope to promote the Vasa Museum and other cultural aspects of Stockholm. Thanks for the inspiration. If you travel for culture, history or food, you might like what we produce as well. I hope 2023 is great for you and your channel. - Turtle

[@ThreeStarVagabond]

Hey, thanks a lot! :D And I just checked out your Sparta video - I loved that mix of history and general silliness, and I look forward to seeing what you do on that Baltic trip as well. The Vasa is really impressive...at least in my view, but I'm just a layman and far from a museum curator. Hope you'll enjoy it either way, and I hope you'll have a great time that you'll share on your channel. Let's keep in touch! :)

[@thegallivanthropologists]

@@ThreeStarVagabond Absolutely. Hopefully we can both inspire eachother to go places.

[@gato-grande]

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[@sylviawillington8469]

I was just smiling all through the video thanks for this.

[@ThreeStarVagabond]

I'm really happy to hear that - thank you so much! :D

[@gato-grande]

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[@firefoxmetzger9063]

Hahaha, I love how the intro goes "this is a list of scams to avoid when visiting Stockholm" and then it follows B-roll including the Arlanda Express xD

[@ThreeStarVagabond]

I thought it was pretty fitting! It's one of those things that IS a good service...but it's so bloody expensive!

[@rsdeb2006]

perfect information shared..

[@ThreeStarVagabond]

Really happy to hear that :D

[@GOINGCRAZYINTHEKITCHEN]

Good Show! I like this.

[@ThreeStarVagabond]

Thank you so much 😀

[@user-dc4bl1cu2k]

The restaurant scam is also prevalent in other countries. I've seen this in Dubai & Toronto. The best clue is if the high priced restaurant is empty, it's a good sign it's not popular. And the dish images look typically exaggerated.

[@ThreeStarVagabond]

Very good tip about how to notice them! Thanks for sharing!

[@rexonjohneresmo1921]

so where to see the cheaper souvenir pieces? been watching your videos and will be visiting Stockholm by 24th Dec.thanks

[@ThreeStarVagabond]

That's actually a really good question.. Cheap is pretty hard to find, but at least more authentic places can be found e.g on Södermalm (the island south of Old Town) and I believe Drottninggatan as well (basically towards Haymarket, in the opposite direction of Old Town).

[@esssee9386]

Great video.

[@ThreeStarVagabond]

Yay, really appreciate it :D

[@user-tk1hr8nj2b]

Good question to the public about the scam!!! 😂❤

[@jaimevillarreal6828]

Is a bolt ride (taxi alternative) available at the Arlanda airport?

[@ThreeStarVagabond]

Actually, it seems like it is! I haven't used it myself but I'll definitely try it the next time I travel there.

[@AnthonyB2351]

Wow! As a Brit, who lived in Sweden from the mid 70s to the early 80s it's a shock to see people begging on Drottninggatan. I don't think during my time there there was even one person who was homeless. Except one old lady who was a little crazy and lived on the street despite having her own flat. The police would pick her up and take her home every now and then. Gamla Stan was never that bad either and had some extremely good restaurants - Fem Små Hus being one I went to a few times. T-Centralen could be dodgy, and the only taxis to be careful of were the so-called black cabs, which were illegal, but generally way cheaper than the licensed ones except maybe to out-of-towners and tourists, of which there were few. So few that in summer the city almost closed down. For better or worse, everywhere changes with time. Maybe I'll get a chance to visit Stockholm before the Grim Reaper gets me, just to see how much my favourite city has changed. Great vlog BTW.

[@ThreeStarVagabond]

Stockholm really has changed... I grew up here in the 80s, and then moved away. When I returned I noticed the differences from what I remembered - people begging on the streets for one thing, and homeless people in general. But everything changes. Sweden isn't the same country it was, for good and for bad. There's still plenty of good here, but no place is ideal. Still well worth a visit! Oh and thank you!

[@andrease3394]

The beggars arrived almost immediately when Romania and Bulgaria joined EU.

[@mrentremattor5772]

Glöm inte av att många taxibolag har våldtäktsmän anställda.

[@gato-grande]

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[@CntPnr]

Great great great content! Will be coming t stockholm in late december if a border police decide to end my dreams at the airport. City looks lovely, honestly can't wait. Still don't speak a single word of Swedish but I hope Swedish people don't mind.

[@ThreeStarVagabond]

Swedish people won't mind at all - just about everytone speaks English at the very least! Hope you'll have an awesome time, and thank you so much :D

[@Allskills_Central]

in Stocholm Sweden most if not all taxis are to expensive, even for us that live their. Better to use "uber or bolt" its sometimes up to 50-70% off then the same ride with taxi.

[@ThreeStarVagabond]

Good tip! That's really the best way to get around, aside from public transport and electric scooters.

[@muhamadadriantanjung6142]

Can you advise how to commute from Arlanda airport to Linköping city?

[@ThreeStarVagabond]

I'd recommend going by train. You can check the site www.sj.se

[@larsberggard4644]

V.v. uttala namn tydligt (Vasa Museet) för den automatiska textningen kan inte skriva namnen. Tack för dina videor. De uppskattas.

[@ThreeStarVagabond]

Det är noterat! Jag ska försöka jobba på att artikulera bättre. Men tack så mycket :D

[@doguskoyuncu5177]

On Halloween, Vagabond wanted to transform himself into the Cultist Vagabond. However, Stockholm's windy soul did not allow him to complete the transformation. When Vagabond tried to put the robe's hood into his head every time, Stockholm's windy souls at Gröna Lund pushed him to stay in Three Star form. So we can understand Stockholm has a protective soul for its people. By the joke, what a lovely winter sun during the video. The atmospheric pleasure has to be great at that moment. Stockholm, I hope you will have more sunny days during winter. Stockholm looks beautiful with the reflected sunlight.

[@ThreeStarVagabond]

Haha that was brilliant! Stockholm's protective soul protected me against succumbing to the dark side. But yeah the weather has been absolutely gorgeous...some days 😀 But it's really frustrating when I have plans to do some filming and it's just grey and rainy outside. It's not always sunny over here...

[@doguskoyuncu5177]

@@ThreeStarVagabond I understand you very well. There could be very cloudy days . I think this is the best filming of Stockholm. kzbin.info/www/bejne/a5fGdqGqfZqUa6s and , the clouds are in the leading roles.

[@ThreeStarVagabond]

@@doguskoyuncu5177 Oh yes indeed! That looks absolutely lovely. So maybe there's always a silver lining after all :D

[@syedshah6392]

impressive bro

[@CimInc]

Best restaurants in old town: Barrels Burgers & Beer, Shogun, Slingerbulten, Restaurang Agaton, Geronimos.

[@ThreeStarVagabond]

Dude, awesome suggestions there. I need to try a couple of them myself - like Shogun and Agaton

[@jerkerranerfors1273]

You can argue if the taxi meter is ticking to fast.....they can manipulate it....

[@RoundExplore]

Stockholm is very safe compared with other major cities. Love Stockholm.

[@ThreeStarVagabond]

True true! There are many other safe cities as well of course, but I do like Stockholm

[@PJxpanterx]

I follow one rule wherever I go, if someone aproaches me I walk away.

[@ThreeStarVagabond]

That actually works pretty well most of the time. However, I have to say that I've been approached by random people abroad that simply were curious etc, so I try to keep a semi-open mind!

[@PJxpanterx]

@@ThreeStarVagabond Yeah, it depends a little of course, but I'm ok wiht hurting a random persons feelings if it means I keep my wallet ;)

[@ThreeStarVagabond]

@@PJxpanterx Haha yeah, fair enough!

[@chrisp2227]

Taking Uber or bolt is far superior to taxi's. Most of the time it's less than half price and you see the price beforehand

[@ThreeStarVagabond]

Except that I've had a hard time getting an Uber the times I really need one... Other than that it's great

[@nigelcrouch4767]

I looked up Taxi Stockholm (I expect they all do the same) and saw that they have a charge added to the bill for waiting for you to exit the airport. Has anybody had this experience? Does it add a lot to the bill?

[@ThreeStarVagabond]

I think they can only add a charge like that if you pre-book a taxi that's waiting for you. But there's typically a lot of taxis waiting outside, so I would actually just try to find one as I walk out. It shouldn't be a huge amount extra though...unless one gets stuck in customs or there are delays getting the bag...

[@esssee9386]

Thanks!

[@ThreeStarVagabond]

Wow thanks a lot! :D

[@antonydurston3640]

i work in a pub in sweden and the booze is seriously over priced, i would recommend people going to the Systembolaget where its a hell of a lot cheaper, and avoid stockholm with it being a tourist trap and keep an eye out for drug dealers, sweden is rife with them.

[@ThreeStarVagabond]

Good advice, all of that! I admit that I enjoy a beer or two in the sun despite the horrendous price, but I often go for a combination of a few beers at home, and a few out at the pub.

[@user-tk1hr8nj2b]

Well scamming or pranx can be free entertainment for some....its up to individual choice.....but thank for the information because its showing that no one is perfect anyway!!! .

[@ThreeStarVagabond]

Yeah unfortunately there are many things wrong with Sweden even if I like the country. We don't have many bad scams, but some at least anyway!

[@jcleese9651]

You forgot to mention those idiots at the royal palace trying to make you sign a petition or some sort of survey. First rule of thumb: NEVER sign anything some random guy ask you to sign, especially if you don't understand what you are signing. A lot of times these petitions are in swedish and as a native swede, it's really hard sometimes to understand what you are signing, never mind the tourists who may speak and read little to no swedish. JUST DON'T DO IT!

[@ThreeStarVagabond]

I think that's a wise rule of thumb to have! Always best to read up properly on everything - especially if it's going to have your signature on it...

[@ShutUpStacy]

Pay attention to your belongings, do not leave them on the table. One hotspot for thieves is Vette-Katten. They'll enter the cafe with papers, block the view of your belongings with their paper and take your stuff while you're too busy reading.

[@ThreeStarVagabond]

Excellent notes! Thanks for some great additions

[@Asa...S]

Yes, avoid people who wants you to sign some petion or whatever. Just shake your head and ask them to leave you alone. Don't put your phone or wallet on the table or tray in any café.

[@gato-grande]

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[@katiebancroft9849]

Vem e som oss! 🕺💃🌟

[@floof6000]

Haha, the man you met is a popular TV person. Anis Don Demina!

[@ThreeStarVagabond]

And I had no idea... 😂

[@floof6000]

@@ThreeStarVagabond Haha, pretty cool!

[@ERROR_404_ALPHATALE]

bro i live ther what scams are u talking abaut never seen any or a few i dont remember

[@samal-jumaili2623]

In Sweden, there are very few people that are actually homeless. Because in Sweden we have a system that provides shelter, food, and a monthly income so that people can live without having a job. Most people can live without begging because they get a monthly income from the Swedish government, but, some people do it to get a few extra Swedish crowns. This is true because this is one of the reasons why swedes pay a lot of taxes. For example, in Södertälje some people pay 33% of their monthly salary to the Swedish government.

[@Fisgrisen]

You mean ”people from the middle east get housing and money every mounth” and the Swedes have to pay for all economical migrants that kill,rape and destroy their country calling the people that gives them everything ”rasists” They dont give a F about homeless Swedes

[@samal-jumaili2623]

@@Fisgrisen myself, I am an immigrant and I work as Hard as you work, and I pay as much tax as you pay, so don't you ever make someone less valuable

[@mnemonicn]

Over 33000 officially homeless people in Sweden, probably under rapported. Not sure I would call that very few. But it depend on the perspective I guess.

[@samal-jumaili2623]

@@mnemonicn Firstly that is not alot compared to other countries. Secondly they have reported People that don't own their home. Like I Said before, if you do not have your own home you Will live in a place that is funded by the government. In that place you Will get to live. That is one of the reasons to why we pay alot of tax. So that the government can be Able to fund shelter for the ones in need. So the reported people that are "homeless" do probably not own their own home. But, they do get the chance to have a roof over their head everyday.

[@mnemonicn]

@@samal-jumaili2623 That's the official story about what you get for your taxmoney. The truth is something else.

[@Robz00r]

När du säger att det är dyrt att äta i Gamla stan, så måste du också tänka på vad dessa ställen antagligen betalar i hyra osv. Det är väldigt lätt för turister att se priser och avstå..

[@ThreeStarVagabond]

Håller med till en viss del, men problemet jag har är att vissa ställen serverar rätt dålig mat också. Jag har blivit missnöjd med mycket runt Stora Nygatan osv. Det är kombinationen av höga priser och bristande kvalitet som gör det.

[@fmattiasc]

​@@ThreeStarVagabond har också sett att ställen som har över lag högt pris men några mer prisvärda erbjudanden på en egen skylt bara på svenska. Men ja, för bättre mat är Vasastan ett bra alternativ, där finns mycket att välja på. Är det upplevelsen man är ute efter (men också god mat) är ju matsalarna på Storskär och Norrskär att rekommendera, glida fram genom skärgården medan man njuter en trerätters...

[@ThreeStarVagabond]

@@fmattiasc Bra tips! Men ja, jag gillar faktiskt en del andra "upplevelserestauranger" också även om de är dyra och turistiga. Lasse i gatan, Aifur, osv. Men jag har lite svårt för dyrt i kombination med "vanlig" bra eller okej mat.

[@gato-grande]

BARILOCHE ACONCAGUA SAN MARTIN DE LOS ANDES USHUAIA A R G E N T I N A

[@Saii158]

8:26 No... Don´t help these beggars. There are many footage of these having thousands and thousands of Crowns and euros on their person. Don´t EVER give them money. It will not make them stop.

[@ThreeStarVagabond]

Fair enough! I don't give money myself but I just don't want to criticize people who do

[@robinjohansson1949]

Jag tycker inte det så vanligt med scamers i Stockholm, inte för att jag är i Stockholm så mycket. Man ska tänka sig för och ha en mage av is när man går runt Stockholm/London/New York eller vilken huvudstad som helst! Jag som är från liten stad från Västkusten är lite på min vakt när jag besöker stora städer!

[@ThreeStarVagabond]

Ja men det är lika bra att vara på sin vakt när man åker nånstans! Sen håller jag med i att det inte är jättemånga scams i Stockholm överlag - men en del saker kan ändå förvåna om man inte är van vid det

[@fmattiasc]

Tror nog mer att du som svensk är mindre utsatt för att du vet vad som är normalt och inte. Du är helt enkelt inte målgruppen. Scammare undviker ju helst att scamma folk som har tid och kunskap att polisanmäla och liknande. (Undantaget är väl taxi som ju är helt laglig scam, folk från mindre orter där det bara finns det lokala taxibolaget har nog fortfarande inte koll på jämförpris och sånt). Bor själv i Skåne och är man i Malmö är det nästan lite roande att studera den stora spridningen i pris mellan olika bilar.

[@ThreeStarVagabond]

@@fmattiasc Bra observation! Ja men så lär det helt klart vara. Det är svårt att se hur sitt eget land är för någon som bara är här på besök. Eller sin egen stad för den delen, för jag antar att även folk utomsocknes ifrån kan drabbas av saker man själv inte märker...

[@gato-grande]

KIRUNA SVERIGE USHUAIA ARGENTINA

[@crepbmx2484]

Anis don demina had you in your video right there

[@ThreeStarVagabond]

...And stupid me didn't recognize him at first...

[@M1HARX]

wow stockholm looks cool and good😃😃🤩🤩😍😍❤❤❤👍👍

[@ThreeStarVagabond]

Stockholm is pretty neat despite all of its flaws!

[@PoisonelleMisty4311]

You don't need to be intelligent, hardworking and talented to become successful and rich in Stockholm all you need is the right connections and a privileged background. This perpetuates a sense of entitlement among the wealthy, creating an environment where meritocracy takes a backseat to nepotism and favoritism. The lack of equal opportunities and social mobility can be disheartening for those who don't come from affluent backgrounds, further widening the gap between the haves and have-nots in Stockholm.

[@ThreeStarVagabond]

If you have connections and a privileged background you will be rich and successful ANYWHERE. People absolutely can get a step up in Stockholm just by merit alone.

[@PoisonelleMisty4311]

@@ThreeStarVagabond Yes but stockholm unlike Wahingston DC and Tokyo isnt a middleclass city, it wasnt built by middleclass. Its a upper class city who is supported by upper class jerks. It doesnt have modern architecture its very old fashion. Its a city for upper class folks. If your a person who want to become rich or come from low socioeconomic background stockholm is the wrong city for you. Its a very bad idea to start a business in Stockholm since its very expensive and the majority of people are stingy and classist. Stockholm is run by elites and you have to follow the same values as them to be accepted. Its like a secret society, just like the owl society in the batman movie. The think they are so fucking special but underneath the surface they cover a lot of dirt. I'd love to go into details but i think you understand my point. I just hope karma dont slaps those motherfuckers. 😉

[@gostaknochenhauer3978]

Nice video! However, I think you could have explained the taxi price stickers better. It's quite easy. For a normal taxi for four passengers there is one number that tells how much a ride that lasts fifteen minutes and 10 kilometers will cost at the most expensive hours. I'm not sure what the figure for the three companies you mentioned are right now, but I guess they are around 350 crowns. If people know that, and they see a taxi with a much higher price, that's the time to move away. Easy!

[@ThreeStarVagabond]

Very good tip! But I think the problem is if you just see the sticker with no context. If you know the 350-ish crowns base value, then it's easy to compare - but if you only see a sticker it's hard to say whether or not it's a good price. I always forget what a decent price is myself!

[@bastian_anibal]

Born in Chile but came to Sweden in 89 and i agree with the scams you mention, but the biggest scams here in 2023 is the TAXES and Inflation, we are paying to bloody much tax and working to horrible salarys.

[@ThreeStarVagabond]

Yeah, it's hard to claim that we're getting what we pay for with the taxes really!

[@darkphotographer]

every big city is the same , lot of begers , expensive restaurant in historic center , crapy expensive tourist souvenir shop , well the take a photo of me is new , wee have in my city some afrikan people that put a bracelet in you hand telling you is gift and then ask you money for it , well taxi are always a scam from airport or bus train stations , since they charge extra for be in the station , and most of the time airports and station are far away from center city some time 10-20km , better of taking metro or city bus to go in center and after take a taxi ,

[@ThreeStarVagabond]

That's a fair point - many scams are just the same in all places. I've seen that bracelet scam i other places like Florence, but not in Stockholm...yet at least...

[@Hispandinavian]

I'm booking a hotel just a short walk away from the Stockholm Centralstation, just to spare the expense of a taxi. I'll get food from the grocery store. If anyone I don't know, tries to approach me with a bullshit story I'll keep walking.

[@ThreeStarVagabond]

Sounds like a great plan! Yeah, I'd avoid taxis overall if possible, since you can get just about everywhere by walking or taking public transport. Haha, and avoiding BS stories is always a good idea :D

[@nathanaelsallhageriksson1719]

When it comes to beggers, I will give some swedish advice and say you shouldn't give actual money. Instead you should use that money to buy some food or other product and give that to them. It minimizes the risk.

[@nathanaelsallhageriksson1719]

@@themartialartschannel6166 Jag vet inte vilken kommentar du läste, för i den jag skrev rådgav jag ganska explicit att INTE ge pengar. Oavsett hur man tycker om det. Men om man vill ge dem hjälp ska man ge produkter. Vad får du för nytta av ett äpple eller en hamburgare om du inte är fattig? Och vad kostar det dig? Det är liksom inte en stor förlust och har en högre chans att vara till nytta. Jag är student, så jag ger inga pengar själv.

[@nathanaelsallhageriksson1719]

@@themartialartschannel6166 igen, jag vet inte om det svårt för dig, men jag skrev explicit att jag, personligen, inte har råd med sådant. Men, dyslexi är jobbigt att ha, så jag ska inte mobba dig för det något mer.

[@Indianloppan]

If you do that they get mad at U, i hope this will be forbidden now, its madness

[@nathanaelsallhageriksson1719]

@@Indianloppan No one's gotten mad at me for it. I used to do it sometimes when I was younger, no one got mad then, at least. Sometimes now they will ask me to buy food, which I can't really afford anymore. But either way the important thing to remember here is that if they get mad at you for it, they're up to no good. Many beggers are employed by crimminals and it's hard to tell exactly who is. But if they get mad, don't bother.

[@gato-grande]

BARILOCHE PUERTO BLEST LAS LEÑAS SAN MARTIN DE LOS ANDES USHUAIA A R G E N T I N A

[@arda7093]

Man that guy you meet with kamera is anis don demina he is a youtuber from sweden

[@ThreeStarVagabond]

I had no idea! I felt so stupid afterwards 😂

[@macakucizmama831]

Hiw so are these gamblers even legal there lol ?

[@rambler7903]

No Uber Taxi at Stockholm Airport ??

[@ThreeStarVagabond]

Not by the arrivals at least! I think it's really hard to find one there

[@rambler7903]

@@ThreeStarVagabond Thanks, very bad. So scam is created intentionally.

[@ThreeStarVagabond]

@@rambler7903 Sort of yeah! But they are trying to crack down on the taxi scams - so I think it's getting much better now

[@rambler7903]

@@ThreeStarVagabond same situation @ Belgrade

[@ThreeStarVagabond]

@@rambler7903 Oh alright! I've just been to Belgrade once, back in 2016 or so. Lovely city though

[@Tyrande1122]

I am also torn with the beggars. I feel they are organised. But I still feel bad for them especially the one I spoke with around SSE. they came from the middle east and comes here for a better life but ended up in the streets of Stockholm. :(

[@tylermitchell7679]

They should integrate better and try to get a job. They do the same thing in Italy, and France, Germany etc. I’ve met people living in Sweden for 6 years and they refuse to even speak basic Swedish. I could care less about them.

[@ottorahn69]

They should be deported back to Romania. Organized crime.

[@gato-grande]

BARILOCHE USHUAIA A R G E N T I N A

[@bubach85]

Wow, what a crime infested city… overpriced taxi’s, and I actually have to check prices myself? shocking! 🤣🤣

[@ThreeStarVagabond]

It's a proper hive of scum and villainy, right!

[@giselleleoncio7538]

What?????? 70/80 euros is an acceptable, common price for a taxi there?????

[@ThreeStarVagabond]

Depends on the length of the trip, so not always... But yes, it's often really expensive to go by taxi!

[@paul11ful]

It is very likely that the person begging on the street is a victim of human trafficking. Be a good person and don't give money. If you feel that you have to give just by some food and hand it over.

[@ThreeStarVagabond]

That's a very fair point as well! Definitely something to keep in mind yes

[@NilsXZ]

Did Julian ever respond? :D

[@ThreeStarVagabond]

Haha no! They didn't air my question at all on Idol. Bastards :D

[@NilsXZ]

@@ThreeStarVagabond it would appear they were the real scammers all along.

[@ThreeStarVagabond]

@@NilsXZ Badum-tss! Damn, I should have used that in the video

[@annsenkeita]

NUMBER YOUR STEPS ,THANKS FOR INFO

[@andreashollerbauer2003]

det sämsta jag hört, bara rånad i sthlm. undra vart du har varit!

[@ThreeStarVagabond]

Det sämsta du hört? Du har inte hört mycket du...

[@mattiasjakobsson7702]

Why not take a Bolt taxi, easily half the price

[@ThreeStarVagabond]

Yep, if I'd thought of it I'd have added Uber and Bolt in the video!

[@ottorahn69]

Zigeuners and Clanbaboons are NOT Swedish

[@nachi1588]

I have been to one of the shops there, most of them owned by asians and as you said expensive. 😢

[@ThreeStarVagabond]

Yeah not exactly the pride of Sweden unfortunately! Nothing authentic there...

[@IsSOfficialY]

Set timestamps for your video parts :)

[@DannyoRaiden]

Every word is overpowered in sweden

[@viperaputakeyteaparyou8237]

€70 for a taxi ride within the city? 😮 yeah I'd definitely be in that crowd of people calling everything that is paid in Stockholm a scam. And this is from someone currently living in London, which is no slouch in the department of prices of goods.

[@ThreeStarVagabond]

Haha yeah, taxis are really expensive in Sweden even if you're not getting scammed. Just between two not-too-remote parts of the city it's like 30 EUR!

[@mrHighLifex]

safe for who? we had like 30 deadly shootings this year.

I guess it‘s safe if you don‘t go to the sketchy places. The same is the case for Berlin, New York, etc.

[@carriesaundersson]

Or Belfast 😅

[@lmao2351]

If youre not a gangmember or walk around ghettos youll be extremely safe.

[@karenvonbargen4472]

30? Americans shoot dead more than 30 people before breakfast every day

[@Chel11115]

Immigration

[@YeeLeeHaw]

I see a pattern here.

[@m.s.qureshi4372]

Scope offreelegal servicesto Refugees in Sweden

[@Othd_]

vad i helvete han ba träffa anis på gatan

[@ThreeStarVagabond]

Och det värsta är att jag inte hade en aning om vem han var 😀

[@Shhhey1]

Har bott i stockholm hela mitt liv och har aldrig sett dessa scams😂

[@craigsymington5401]

Clearly, you haven't been to South Africa. Every scam under the sun, from the moment you arrive. Chances are you'll be robbed in 24hours, and the airport taxi may not be the first. Many of the things mentioned are common to most cities, especially the "tourist traps" run by unscrupulous foreigners. Obviously it helps ifyou are well traveled and have a non American or British accent😂

[@ThreeStarVagabond]

Sounds like I need to go to South Africa some day... And be prepared for quite an adventure :D

[@craigsymington5401]

@@ThreeStarVagabond start in Johannesburg, 😂

[@ThreeStarVagabond]

@@craigsymington5401 I've heard some pretty bad stories about that place.. Dammit, now I'm curious about going there :D

[@jakespelar481]

Naah Taxi Stockholm and Sverige Taxi are both awful. Don’t trust either one Taxi Kurir is the best one.

[@ThreeStarVagabond]

Hmm.. I find Sverige Taxi pretty good myself. They're often on time and less expensive than Kurir...

[@Malin031]

7:00 . ANIS DON DEMINA , Google him

[@ThreeStarVagabond]

Haha I learned that afterwards... I had no idea then!

[@delftblue8801]

Stay home. You seriously don’t want to go here.

[@sageen]

Lol, this is bullcrap. There is minimum of scams in Sweden. But sometimes you gotta do what you gotta do to get your views..

[@ThreeStarVagabond]

Oh, to be so naive and sheltered. Not sure if this is a young kid or an old person living in his house in the outskirts.

[@ThreeStarVagabond]

Nah, I was too harsh in the other comment. Sorry about that. I'm happy that you haven't encountered any particular scams - and I've been mostly spared as well. But there are others who've been less fortunate

[@sageen]

I live 200km from Stockholm, and have never EVER heard of a taxi scam from a real company or anything you made up here