Other Tourist Scams in Shenzhen

Overpriced Hostess and Entertainment Services

In some KTV (karaoke) venues and entertainment districts in Futian and Nanshan, visitors — particularly male business travelers — are encouraged by touts or hotel concierges to visit establishments where hostess services are added to bills without clear pricing. Charges of thousands of RMB for drinks and companionship appear at the end of the evening, backed by staff who become aggressive if disputed.